Sr. Director of Land
Strata Clean Energy
Lead land acquisition and entitlement for utility-scale solar projects
12 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Durham, NC
Hybrid
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Development
Financing
Engineering
Procurement
Construction
Operations and Maintenance
Performance Analytics
QA/QC Protocols
Sector Specialisms
Solar Power
Battery Storage
Power-to-X (P2X)
Renewable Energy
Utility-scale Clean Energy
Energy Storage
Grid-scale Renewable Energy
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
land acquisition
entitlement
site identification
regulatory approvals
transaction negotiation
team management
- Support continuous process improvement and scalability of land acquisition and entitlement strategies.
- Collaborate with internal departments (legal, engineering, finance, and project development) to assess project feasibility and risks.
- Coordinate multiple development timelines and entitlement tracks across diverse geographies.
- Oversee all land acquisition and development efforts for utility-scale solar projects, from initial site identification to entitlement and pre-construction readiness.
- Participate in departmental hiring decisions and organizational planning.
- Engage with local planning authorities and regulatory agencies to secure zoning approvals, conditional/special use permits, and other entitlements.
- Set clear goals, KPIs, and performance expectations for the land development team.
- Lead and manage a team of land development professionals, including mentorship, performance management, and professional development.
- Direct internal and external teams in the evaluation, negotiation, and execution of complex land transactions.
- Represent the company at public meetings and hearings as part of the entitlement and community engagement process.
- Directly supervise, train, and mentor land development staff, including junior and mid-level developers.
- Review and approve land development strategy documents, presentations, and site evaluations prepared by the team.
What you bring
project management
microsoft office
gis
zoning
bachelor's
5+ years
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills; experience presenting to local officials and community stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple concurrent efforts.
- Must be able to sit, stand, bend, twist and lift up to 20 pounds.
- Solar or energy sector experience is highly desirable but not required.
- Proven experience managing a team and overseeing complex land transactions and entitlement efforts.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Adobe and GIS tools a plus.
- Deep understanding of zoning processes including rezoning, CUP, and SUP.
- Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Urban Planning, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
- 5–8+ years of progressive experience in land development, real estate, or utility-scale renewable energy projects.
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Company
Overview
4 GW developed
Projects developed
The company has developed 4 gigawatts of renewable energy projects.
13 GW pipeline
Future projects
The company holds a 13 gigawatt pipeline indicating future project developments.
$559 million raised
Financing secured
Secured $559 million in financing for a large-scale battery storage project.
1 GWh project
Battery storage
Developed a 1 gigawatt-hour battery storage project in Arizona.
- Founded in 2008 as a rooftop solar installer, it evolved into a utility‑scale clean energy powerhouse.
- Privately held and family‑owned, it focuses on long‑term performance with ownership of projects.
- Built standout projects like the Saticoy battery and Scatter Wash storage complex.
- Acquired Crossover Energy Partners to enhance customer origination, offtake structuring, and green hydrogen capabilities.
- Operates end‑to‑end across development, financing, EPC, and O&M, delivering turnkey utility‑scale renewable energy.
- Collaborative
- Fast-paced
- Creative
- Welcoming
- Challenging
- Passion-driven
- Safety always
- Responsible stewardship
- Serving communities
- Empowered team
- Strong ties
3,000 MW solar energy
Solar Energy Capacity
The company has developed and constructed a significant solar energy portfolio.
8,000 MW solar pipeline
Development pipeline
The company maintains an ambitious pipeline for future solar energy projects.
400 MWh battery storage
Saticoy facility
Eliminated a planned gas-fired peaker plant, showcasing impactful sustainability efforts.
5000 MW portfolio
Ops and maintenance
Currently managing a large portfolio of operational and maintained energy assets.
- Broke ground on 255 MW/1,020 MWh Scatter Wash battery storage complex, operational by April 2025.
- Secured $559 million financing for Scatter Wash project.
- Aiming for net zero emissions (cited commitment to 'striving for net zero emissions')
25% Veteran Workforce
Diverse Hiring Practices
25% of the workforce are veterans, reflecting a commitment to hiring from diverse backgrounds.
- All interviewers complete anti‑bias training
- DE&I team meets biweekly with monthly Awareness Moments
- Recruitment from HBCUs, military bases, professional groups, community re‑entry programs
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