Job Title:
Project Development Manager

Company: ACCIONA

Location: chicago, IL

Created: 2024-04-20

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 41,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing to our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.ACCIONA Energí­a is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energí­a offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energí­a is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.The Project Development Manager will be responsible for the development activities for wind and solar energy projects, from the early feasibility phase through the construction phase of the project. This employee will understand the market(s) they work in, and plan and execute the development strategy. The Manager will have the support of the Business Development team but will also work directly with upper management and have a high degree of autonomy. Responsibilities:Manage the process to move projects from early-stage development to commercial, pre-construction stage, whether projects are acquired from other developers or initiated green field by Acciona.Identify and introduce new potential partners, project acquisition opportunities, and green field opportunities.Effectively manage green field and existing projects to ensure schedule and budget objectives are achieved.Coordinate feasibility studies and project development activities with cross-functional resources, peers, and outside consultants to ensure projects stay on track.Negotiate land rights acquisition, or supervise third-party land agents, with landowners and address land use issues.Work with internal experts and external consultants to define, apply for, and manage complex federal, state, and local environmental, construction, and related permits, and support community outreach efforts with stakeholders.Work with Power Marketing staff to identify commercial solutions.Work with Engineering staff to advance interconnection studies, load flow analyses, and coordinate project schedules with interconnection timelines.Identify and communicate any project risks and develop mitigation strategies for all Acciona stakeholders.Strong understanding of Acciona's products as well as business position and competition to keep business competitive.Identify and develop relationships with stakeholders; effectively communicate with a range of personalities, including landowners, partners, government officials, technical experts, utilities, and consultants.Prepare and present detailed project analysis to key Acciona stakeholders including presentation of key technical and financial metrics.Effectively manage internal and external relationshipsActively participate in the development of the business case for growth in the North American market.Coordinate with other corporate departments both domestic and international.Ensure that timelines and budgets are effectively managed. Requirements:Bachelor's degree in business, Physical Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent education.Demonstrated previous experience (5-7 years minimum) in utility-scale renewable energy project development. Understanding of deregulated electricity markets.Excellent written and oral communications skills; the ability to develop clear and concise development plans and presentations regarding project status, timeline, risk assessment, and budget needs and performance.Ability to express technical and nontechnical concepts clearly and concisely.Ability to operate at a detailed level, to organize and multi-task, with a dedication to seeing projects through to completion.Understanding of local community dynamics, with the ability to negotiate effectively with permitting authorities, utilities, and other stakeholders.Understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, and contract implementationWorks well in, and potentially be responsible for leading, a team environment or individually; must be able to collaborate.Willingness to travel (up to 50% of the time). As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.