Senior Director, Permitting

Company Overview

esVolta, LP is a leading developer, owner and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. We are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market, and our projects are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Our storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services including renewable energy integration support.

esVolta is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with about 1.5 GWh of projects in operation or construction, and a 20+ GWh development pipeline.

We are headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.

Job Description

We are seeking energetic and motivated individuals to join as Senior Director, Permitting in our Development department. The Senior Director will lead all permitting strategy and execution across our BESS development pipeline, from early-stage site selection through construction. This role requires deep knowledge of permitting processes at the federal, state, and local levels, a strong track record of stakeholder engagement, and the ability to proactively manage risk in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory landscape.

The successful candidate will bring a blend of strategic leadership, technical expertise, and operational discipline to support the company’s mission of accelerating clean energy deployment.

Key Responsibilities

Permitting Strategy & Execution

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Cross-functional Collaboration

Regulatory Compliance & Policy Monitoring

Skills and Qualifications

Compensation And Benefits

The actual salary and bonus offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate.

Salary: $215,000Bonus: 35%

Location

This position is classified as remote; however, periodic travel to company offices, project sites or other meeting locations may be required on an as-needed basis.

Culture

At esVolta, every employee makes an impact on the company’s growth and profitability, every day. We have a fast-paced, high-performance and team-oriented culture. We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.

Apply today to start an extraordinary career!

esVolta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate all forms of diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. However you identify or whatever your path here, we encourage you to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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