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Renewable Energy Project Developer63844242927363120

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Renewable Energy Project Developer

SolRiver Capital (www.solrivercapital.com) is seeking a Renewable Energy Project Developer. This position is for someone with a proven track record of developing projects from site acquisition through LNTP. Learn more and apply at: https://apply.workable.com/solriver-capital/ ABOUT SOLRIVER CAPITAL SolRiver Capital is a growing renewable energy investment fund focused on distributed generation and utility scale projects. Founded in 2016 by solar and storage finance experts, SolRiver utilizes an innovative yet disciplined investment approach to build and fund clean energy across the country. A key to our success is a small, talented, hardworking team. Our ethos is an entrepreneurial culture of ownership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Developer will be a key member of the team helping lead greenfield assets through the development cycle (from site acquisition through LNTP). Key responsibilities include: Lead all phases of project development from site acquisition, through interconnection, and permitting. Develop project budgets, timelines, and appropriate stage-gates - then manage performance to those levels. Provide regular updates and make strategic recommendations to senior executives, which includes raising both concerns and opportunities for the development portfolio. Manage environmental / site due diligence and evaluate the findings. This includes hiring consultants to conduct Phase I ESAs, wetlands delineations, title reports, surveys, geotechnical reports, cultural & historical resource reports, and any other necessary deliverables for site development. Oversee local zoning and permitting process, with assistance from consultants and internal team. This includes serving as a liaison with the local AHJ and community to present the project, address concerns, and obtain zoning approvals. Work closely with interconnection team to diligently guide projects through utility interconnection process and to quickly identify good or bad study results. Requirements 2 – 5 years of experience in renewable energy development, particularly in solar and/or battery storage projects. A breadth of experience in all aspects of greenfield project development from site acquisition through LNTP. We seek applicants with a deep and detailed understanding of all elements that create a successful project. Successful track record of managing cross-functional teams and/or third-party consultants throughout development life-cycle. Extremely strong attention to detail. Solid financial acumen, with ability to manage project budgets and understand key project valuation drivers. Good familiarity with Excel required. May require extended hours. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Benefits The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is in the range of $100,000 to $150,000 a year plus performance bonuses; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and SolRiver reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, SolRiver or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Denver, CO, USA

$100,000-150,000/year

Senior Renewable Energy Project Developer- West Region63499981901185121

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Senior Renewable Energy Project Developer- West Region

As a Sr. Project Developer on Scout’s West Region Development team, you will be fully responsible for leading your U.S.-based wind and solar projects through all development phases with a focus on mid- to late-stage phases. You will establish land control, coordinate applications for interconnection, and facilitate environmental, permitting, and transmission reviews. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality and profitable projects that meet all project milestones. You will be the face of your projects, both externally and internally. Externally, you will build relationships with landowners, community members, regulators, and local government officials to gain project support: Serve as project lead for discussions with landowners, negotiate site control agreements and secure planning / use permit approvals. Manage various studies and the outside consultants who lead them to meet project budget and schedule. Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including federal, state and local officials, project landowners, and surrounding community members. Drive complex negotiations and independently create solutions to project-specific challenges. Make sound decisions under challenging circumstances using available data and your experience. Internally, you will collaborate with other Scout staff to ensure the smooth delivery of your projects: Facilitate the engagement of internal development, interconnection, origination, procurement, construction, legal, resource assessment, accounting, GIS, and finance teams. Integrate the feedback of Scout team members into your project approach to achieve superior results. Establish organizational goals, objectives, and operating procedures in line with the overall business plans and objectives. Implement long-term company strategy and initiatives related to wind and solar project development. Create control and influence over the costs, terms, and schedules of key project milestones. Efficiently and effectively manage multiple projects in parallel. Support and help guide the work and professional development of Associate-level team members. The West Region has a primary focus on projects in the mid- to late development stages in the WECC and CAISO power markets in the U.S. You will report directly to the Director of the West Region and will work together and in parallel with other internal and external subject matter experts to progress the wind and solar projects. Requirements A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college program. 6+ years of wind and/or solar development experience marked by leadership of projects that progressed through key milestones and (ideally) eventually reached COD. Knowledge of the full-cycle of utility-scale wind and solar power generation development and marketing, with considerable experience leading either early- or mid- to late-stage development. Extensive knowledge of interconnection process, permitting, real estate, state/federal regulation, utility procurement goals, politics, law and other issues that impact development of renewable energy projects in the U.S. energy markets. Strong understanding of U.S. power markets and transmission system. Solid understanding of economic drivers for renewable energy projects. Previous mentorship of junior staff who advanced their careers in the industry. Ability to concisely frame issues by providing context, analysis, recommendations and risk/benefit tradeoffs, both in written, verbal, and presentation format, to project teams and to senior management. Ability to recognize development opportunities and identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks related to renewable project development. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GIS platforms (e.g., Google Earth, ArcGIS). Legally authorized to work in the United States. Willing and available to travel significantly as needed (25%-60%) depending on project stage. Demonstrated ability to work in: a flat organization, successfully leveraging the expertise of multiple colleagues in different lines of reporting. a dynamic work environment and industry that is constantly evolving. Timeline and Location We have some flexibility on the start date, targeting a late Q2/early Q3 start. The ideal candidate will be able to work out of our Boulder office. We will consider remote work arrangements, provided that the candidate is willing to travel to our Boulder office at least once per month. Scout Values Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout’s stated mission. Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals. Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members. Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult. Initiative. Resourceful self-motivators who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment because of their exceptional leadership, work ethic, and organizational skills. Intelligence. Problem-solving learners who can make informed decisions quickly and create innovative and pragmatic solutions to challenging problems. Invitation to Women and U.S. Underrepresented Groups We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity. Invitation to Veterans Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty. Benefits Target base salary: $140,000 - $170,000 Attractive bonus potential. Scout offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, STD, LTD, an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.

Boulder, CO, USA

$140,000-170,000/year

Renewable Energy Project Developer- East Region63499813480067122

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Renewable Energy Project Developer- East Region

As a Project Developer within Scout’s East Region Development Team, you will be fully responsible for leading your U.S.-based wind and solar projects through all development phases with a focus on early- to mid-stage phases. You will establish land control, coordinate applications for interconnection, and facilitate environmental, permitting, and transmission reviews. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality and profitable projects that meet all project milestones. The East Region has a primary focus in the ERCOT, MISO, SPP, PJM, Southeast and Northeastern U.S. power markets. You will be the face of your projects, both externally and internally. Externally, you will build relationships with landowners, community members, regulators, and local government officials to gain project support: Serve as project lead for discussions with landowners, negotiate site control agreements and secure planning / use permit approvals. Coordinate various studies and manage outside consultants to meet project budget and schedule. Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including federal, state and local officials, project landowners, and surrounding community members. Drive complex negotiations and independently create solutions to project-specific challenges. Make sound decisions under challenging circumstances using available data and your experience. Internally, you will collaborate with other Scout staff to ensure the smooth delivery of your projects: Facilitate the engagement of internal development, interconnection, origination, procurement, construction, legal, resource assessment, accounting, GIS, and finance teams. Integrate the feedback of Scout team members into your project approach to achieve superior results. Establish organizational goals, objectives, and operating procedures in line with the overall business plans and objectives. Implement long-term company strategy and initiatives related to wind and solar project development. Create control and influence over the costs, terms, and schedules of key project milestones. Efficiently and effectively manage multiple projects in parallel. Support and help guide the work and professional development of Associate level team members. You will join the East Region Development Team, reporting directly to the Director of the East Region. You will work together and in parallel with other internal and external subject matter experts to progress the wind and solar projects. Requirements A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college program. 4+ years of wind and/or solar development experience. Knowledge of the full-cycle of utility-scale wind and solar power generation development and marketing, with considerable experience leading mid- to late-stage development. Extensive knowledge of interconnection process, permitting, real estate, state/federal regulation, utility procurement goals, politics, law and other issues that impact development of renewable energy projects in the U.S. energy markets. Strong understanding of U.S. power markets and transmission system. Solid understanding of economic drivers for renewable energy projects. Ability to concisely frame issues by providing context, analysis, recommendations and risk/benefit tradeoffs, both in written, verbal, and presentation format, to project teams and to senior management. Ability to recognize development opportunities and identify and evaluate risks related to renewable project development. Demonstrated ability to work in: a flat organization, successfully leveraging the expertise of multiple colleagues in different lines of reporting. a dynamic work environment and industry that is constantly evolving. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GIS platforms (e.g., Google Earth, ArcGIS). Legally authorized to work in the United States. Willingness to work out of the Boulder office is preferred but not required. Willing and available to travel significantly as needed (40%-60%) depending on project stage and COVID-19 restrictions. Timeline and Location We will review resumes for this role on an ongoing basis with a start date as soon as possible targeting May/June 2025. Our ideal candidate will sit in our Boulder, CO office on a hybrid schedule. Candidates open to relocating to sit in our Boulder, CO office are encouraged to apply. Scout's Values Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout’s stated mission. Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals. Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members. Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult. Initiative. Resourceful self-motivators who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment because of their exceptional leadership, work ethic, and organizational skills. Intelligence. Problem-solving learners who can make informed decisions quickly and create innovative and pragmatic solutions to challenging problems. Benefits Invitation to Diverse Candidates Scout seeks to develop a diverse and inclusive team of professionals. We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally under-represented in the energy industry. Invitation to Veterans Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty. Compensation Target base salary: $120,000-$140,000 Attractive bonus potential. Scout offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, STD, LTD, an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.

Boulder, CO, USA

$120,000-140,000/year