Senior Manager, Project Development
Terraform Power
Lead renewable energy project development from site identification to construction.
14 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Charlottesville, VA
Hybrid
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Renewable Power Portfolio
Renewable Energy Generation
Project Development
Wholesale Power Solutions
Retail Power Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Renewable Energy
Solar
Wind
Hydropower
Storage
Wholesale Energy
Retail Energy
Commercial
Role
What you would be doing
site diligence
permitting
interconnection
portfolio management
reporting
land acquisition
- Position may manage a Project Developer and/or Associate Project Developer, and would be responsible for the professional growth and achievement of key performance indicators by any such direct report(s).
- Collaborate with the Project Delivery team to ensure seamless transition of projects from development to construction.
- Provide regular project reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Partner with the Development Engineering team in managing third-party environmental and engineering consultants to conduct site diligence and surveys, generate preliminary project layouts for permitting, and vet potential project acquisition targets.
- Oversee and “own” a portfolio of early-, mid-, and late-stage development assets, with direct responsibility for campaign and project level development plans, budgets and schedules.
- Spearhead discretionary permitting including land use and zoning approvals (e.g., Conditional Use Permits, Special Use Permits), as well as applicable state or federal approvals as may be necessary (e.g., Virginia DEQ Permit By Rule, North Carolina Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide or Individual Permits, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Incidental Take Permits and Habitat Conservation Plans).
- Maintain a strong understanding of the regulatory and policy environments for assigned market(s).
- Support the filing of interconnection applications and management of the utility study process, in partnership with the company’s Senior Manager of Interconnection and Grid Strategies.
- Identify real and personal property taxes applicable to projects in a given market, and negotiate Siting Agreements, PILOTs or similar tax abatement agreements with local or county officials.
- Support the Real Estate Origination team’s land acquisition efforts including, as needed, direct landowner engagement and land option agreement negotiation.
What you bring
bachelor's
electricity
solar
powerpoint
ms project
7+ years
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, finance, environmental science, energy, policy, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of electricity markets, power contracting, and renewable energy policy and regulatory matters.
- Ability to travel on average 40%.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with previous experience in community engagement or public education a plus.
- 7+ years of experience in renewable energy, with at least 5 years in solar or battery storage.
- Familiarity with presentation software (e.g. MS PowerPoint) and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Airtable, Procore, SiteTracker).
- Proven track record of developing and permitting utility-scale renewable energy projects, ideally in the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast or neighboring states.
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Overview
4,000 MW
Renewable Energy Portfolio
Over 4,000 MW of solar and wind assets across North America and Western Europe.
$700M
Annual Revenue
Generated approximately $700 million in revenue in 2016, with EBITDA of $517–532 million.
~15 Years
PPA Duration Contract
Power purchase agreements averaging about 15 years to ensure stable cash flow.
521 MW
Wind Power
Significant wind power acquisition in the Atlantic region.
- Founded in 2014 as a yield-co offshoot of SunEdison, the company embarked on acquiring contracted renewable assets.
- Built a diversified portfolio spanning solar and wind sites across North America and Western Europe.
- Key projects include the Seven Sisters solar farms in Utah and a wind power acquisition in the Atlantic.
- Merged fully with Brookfield Renewable, gaining powerful backing for capital and growth.
- Focuses on stable, contracted cash flow via long-term PPAs.
- Typically, projects include utility-scale wind farms and solar parks, often bundled with battery storage.
- Unusual fact: operates dispersed 'warehouse' assets—purchasing and holding wind plants via a drop-down vehicle.
- Financial milestones include significant results in 2016 and continues audited reporting.
- Ensure consideration of community interests in decision-making
- Earn trust and maintain relationships via active stakeholder engagement
- Partner with local schools and educators to support and promote STEM education
- Protect, preserve and expand habitats for native wildlife
- Adopt sustainable development principles to reduce impact
- Contribute to community projects, non-profits, youth sports and educational institutions
- Provide jobs in construction, maintenance and operations
- Protect and preserve aquatic habitat; ensure flood control and support irrigation
- Zero-tolerance approach to bribery and required whistle-blower hotline
- A culture of zero high-risk health, safety and environmental incidents
544,000 tons
Carbon Emissions Avoided
The company helps customers avoid significant carbon emissions annually through its renewable energy solutions.
4,100 MW
Wind & Solar Assets
The company owns and operates a substantial portfolio of wind and solar energy assets under long-term contracts.
27 years
Asset Lifespan
The company's renewable energy assets are expected to operate efficiently for decades, ensuring long-term sustainability benefits.
15 years
PPA Duration
The company maintains long-term power purchase agreements, securing stable and sustainable energy supply for its customers.
- Works with wildlife agencies to mitigate impact and builds predator-proof pens and habitats
- Provides community benefit packages beyond regulatory requirements
- Maintains high operational performance with long-term contracted generation
- Prioritizing diversity and inclusion (stated commitment)
- No publicly shared gender ratio or goals available
- No DEI metrics, programs or targets disclosed
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