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Senior Project Developer / Manager - Alaska

Climate17

Leeds, City of Edinburgh

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

24 days ago

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An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a Senior Project Developer/Manager to oversee large-scale projects in challenging environments. This role offers the chance to leverage your extensive experience in project management and renewable energy to lead the development of wind and solar projects. You will navigate complex stakeholder relationships and ensure compliance with environmental standards while managing project timelines and budgets. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers competitive compensation, including relocation packages and unlimited PTO, as you make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector.

Above market bonus

Relocation package

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive health insurance

401k

8+ years of experience in Project Development, especially in renewable energy.
Strong background in managing projects in cold climate environments.

Lead end-to-end development of renewable projects in Alaska.
Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure compliance with regulations.

Project Development

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Risk Mitigation

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Climate17 is proud to partner with a leading renewable energy organization renowned for its excellence in wind development. With over 25 years of experience, this company has successfully delivered nearly 3 GW of utility-scale projects and has an additional 1.5 GW in the pipeline. This unique opportunity offers the chance to manage and execute large-scale renewable projects in one of the most challenging and rewarding environments in the US.

Senior Project Developer/Manager

Location: Alaska preferred (or open to relocation); alternatively Minneapolis, Portland, or Seattle
Travel: Regular travel to Alaska required

Your Opportunity: This role is ideal for a Project Developer with a Project Management or Program Management background and extensive experience in renewable energy. The successful candidate will lead the development and execution of multiple projects, managing diverse stakeholders and navigating the complexities of Alaska’s unique transmission and interconnection landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the end-to-end development of renewable projects in Alaska
Oversee project planning, permitting, and execution
Manage stakeholder relationships, including contractors and local utilities
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards
Coordinate with engineering teams and external service providers
Track project milestones, budgets, and timelines
Mitigate risks associated with working in cold climate environments

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree or qualification in Civil or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent work experience)
8 years of Project Development experience in wind or solar, taking multiple projects from origination to NTP, with at least 5 executed projects
6 years as a Project Manager or Program Manager
Background in service industry i.e. engineering or environmental services (not purely IPP experience)
Experience working in cold climates
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

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