Project Developer - (Renewables)

LocationChicago, IL
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$86,100-$132,020

About This Job


What You Can Expect

The Project Developer supports a broad range of pre-construction development activities on projects within ENGIE’s utility-scale renewable energy projects across the United States and Canada. This role involves assisting the development team with all aspects of early to late-stage project development, such as permitting, stakeholder engagement, public hearings, environmental site assessment, and project financing due diligence.

The Project Developer collaborates with land and greenfield teams, interconnection experts, as well as pre-construction, engineering, and project delivery to fulfill the company's renewable energy goals and growth strategy for wind, solar, and storage project development in North America. The Project Developer will support the development team to:

Support Development Activities: Manage and drive development of utility-scale solar, wind, and storage projects from feasibility to construction, including environmental assessments, permitting, interconnection, land acquisition, and design
Collaborate with Experts: Work closely with land and greenfield teams, interconnection experts, and departments such as pre-construction, engineering, and project delivery to achieve renewable energy goals
Engage Stakeholders: Engage with consultants, landowners, and stakeholders, attend public hearings, and ensure effective communication throughout the development process
Research and Compliance: Stay updated on industry developments, tax incentives, and technologies; manage permit applications and interactions with local, state, and federal agencies, including Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) submittals, and remain abreast of renewable energy opportunities and industry trends
Financial and Administrative Support: Develop project model underwriting assumptions, support off-take origination efforts, financing, and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) discussions, prepare investment materials, and review pro forma financial models to understand how returns are impacted, and maintain database tracking project progress


What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental, Business Administration, Finance, Energy, Economics, or a related field of study in which you have project development, permitting/planning, project management, or business development experience
Minimum two (2) years related experience, in renewable energy development or other project development fields, with the ability to navigate permitting processes and community involvement
Skilled in project management with the ability to multi-task and prioritize critical path tasks effectively
Highly capable of working constructively and maintaining good relationships with public officials and agencies
Superior verbal and written communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to present to diverse audiences, including landowners, potential off-takers, government officials, and corporate leaders
Motivated self-starter, results-oriented, detailed professional who proactively pursues information and works well with geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment


Additional Details

This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
Must be available to travel up to 30% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies


Compensation

Salary Range: $86,100 – $132,020 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.


Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@ENGIE.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.


Business Unit: GBU Renewables


Division: REN NORTHAM - US


Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.

Professional Experience: Junior (experience < 3 years)


Education Level: Bachelor's Degree


Why this matters to us

Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities.

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