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Project Developer in New York

Energy Jobline ZR, New York, New York, us, 10261

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JOB DESCRIPTION ROLE OVERVIEW The Developer, Project Development, will be involved in site diligence and project development efforts. The individual will support ongoing site development efforts, assess solar sites for critical issues related to project development, and create and secure land lease amendments with landowners for solar development. In addition, the Developer will be responsible for creating permitting documents, supporting, and leading project development tasks for assigned projects. The Developer will also manage third‑party contractors, prepare and execute land use permits, plan and organize public outreach, and represent Pivot at land use hearings. This role will lead site diligence and permitting for renewable energy facilities and other major capital development projects, including battery energy storage systems. There are many moving pieces to develop solar projects and take them through financial closing, and the ability to prioritize, multitask, and effectively communicate internally and externally is paramount. The individual will be provided with the tools and resources for successful delivery of this role, which will lead to growth for both the individual and Pivot Energy.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Meet with landowners, manage lease terms, and amend leases for solar development

Manage and lead the creation and submission of permitting documents for energy/industrial facility development, expansion, and maintenance with a focus on local permitting

Organize and maintain files, budgets, and project records using Pivot’s internal processes, databases, and project management software

Manage third‑party consultants and contractors to complete required diligence items related to a portfolio of projects

Manage and work within quality, budget, and schedule expectations and scope‑specific assignments

Attend community events to discuss solar with stakeholders; periodically participate in local policy working groups to ensure market success

Complete title curative items for project finance requirements, in collaboration with the legal team

Prepare project deliverables for and work closely with Pivot’s Structured Finance team to ensure qualifying projects are ready for financial closings

Evaluate the viability of sites through site visits, desktop diligence review, local permitting process analysis, and review of various site conditions (i.e., environmental, geo‑tech, topo, grid compatibility, etc.)

As needed, assist the Director or Senior Director of Project Development with other tasks related to project development activities

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Minimum 2+ years of experience in renewable energy development, or comparable professional experience

Excellent communication and public relations skills, and a positive attitude to enhance the company’s reputation through interpersonal interactions

Comfort speaking in public while presenting Pivot project concepts to recommending and decision‑making bodies

COMPETENCIES

Self‑starter who can work with minimal supervision and who is not afraid to ask questions and take on tasks outside of their comfort zone

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage complex evaluation processes for a significant number of sites to inform sound project siting and related project decision making

Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts within and outside of Pivot

Experience with federal, state, and local permitting, in particular with the preparation of applications and documents related to the development of renewable energy projects

Ability to anticipate project requirements and address long‑lead time items to limit schedule slip

Understanding of real estate title, LLCs, tax maps, deeds, and parcel identification

Strong computer skills in all basic programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, and ArcGIS

Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to sites and permitting authorities

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, make own travel arrangements, and be self‑reliant

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The estimated base salary range for this position is $75,000–$120,000, along with eligibility for the company’s substantial bonus plan and commission plan with a target bonus of 20% of annual salary (prorated in first year based on start date). Compensation will be based on factors such as location, level, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Pivot Energy is dedicated to providing a great work experience for all employees, placing an emphasis on company culture and a focus on our people. To that end, Pivot offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:

Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company

Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations

Company paid life insurance and short‑ & long‑term coverage

Generous parental leave

401(k) matching

Home Office set up stipend for new employees

Public transit reimbursement

PTO for volunteering in the community

Charitable donation matching up to $500 per year

Professional development and educational reimbursements

A complete list of all the benefits Pivot offers may be provided upon request.

RECRUITMENT AGENCY NOTICE We appreciate your interest in partnering with us; however, we are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role.

ABOUT PIVOT Pivot Energy is a renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nation’s electricity, increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities, and provide real cost‑savings to American businesses and families. We are fiercely dedicated to accelerating the rapid transition taking place in the energy industry to a more decentralized and cleaner approach to power. We are committed to positively contributing to the local communities and people we serve with more than clean energy. We believe global warming poses an existential threat to our planet and that we have a responsibility to help mitigate the threat. Our portfolio includes projects that reduce energy burden for income‑limited families, create workforce pathways for under‑represented groups within the solar industry, and include robust community investment opportunities. As a Certified B Corporation and one of Denver’s “Best Places to Work”, we believe that company success is driven by a healthy environment, thriving society, and workplace where all individuals are respected. We evaluate every internal decision on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors to determine if our actions will result in a net positive impact on the community, our employees, customers, shareholders, and the environment. Learn more in our annual ESG Report.

Impact – We hold ourselves accountable to having a measurable impact on our people, communities, and the planet

Balance – Put family first; work hard/have fun

Determination – Find ways to be successful no matter how difficult the challenge

Professionalism – Impress everyone we touch, be a team player

Honesty – Be truthful and transparent, externally and internally

Kindness – Create an environment where kindness, empathy, and vulnerability are embraced

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, and JUSTICE STATEMENT At Pivot, we are proactively developing and maintaining an inclusive culture, rooted in mutual respect, that supports a workforce of different races, identities, orientations, ability statuses, religions, and cultures to work collaboratively together for greater impact. We seek to build a team that invests in relationship building, celebrates each other’s successes, and makes space for the unique contributions and working styles people bring into Pivot. Pivot invests in company‑wide trainings, assessments, and programs to advance internal and equity practices, such as employee allyship building, cross‑cultural communications, and equitable hiring and management protocols to increasingly recognize bias and ensure mutual respect and belonging.

EEO STATEMENT Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes, empowers, and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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