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Project Development Director - Solar + BESS | Texas-Based (Remote)
Location: Texas (Remote with in-state travel)
Compensation: $120,000-$180,000 base + performance bonus + potential equity
Industry: Renewable Energy (Solar + Battery Storage)
Type: Full-time | Permanent
A fast-growing, well-funded renewable energy developer is seeking a Project Development Director to lead the development of community-scale and small utility-scale solar + battery storage projects across ERCOT.
This is a rare chance to join a lean, entrepreneurial team with backing from experienced investors and partners. You'll play a key role in building a pipeline from the ground up across Texas, working directly with senior leadership to shape market entry strategies, expand project portfolios, and drive deals from origination through NTP.
Lead full-cycle greenfield development of solar + BESS projects across Texas (ERCOT)
Identify and secure land positions through partnerships with landowners and agents
Manage interconnection strategy, site screening, and permitting with local authorities
Collaborate with legal, engineering, environmental, and external consultants to ensure timelines are met
Oversee project budgets, risk assessments, and milestone tracking
Support strategic decisions around portfolio growth, financing, and partnerships
Operate autonomously in a startup environment and contribute to building internal processes
8+ years' experience in solar or BESS project development (community or utility scale)
Strong knowledge of ERCOT, including queue reform, POI screening, and congestion zones
Proven success managing interconnection, permitting, and land acquisition
Experience negotiating with landowners and coordinating across internal functions
Self-starter comfortable with autonomy, ambiguity, and high-growth settings
Based in Texas (Houston preferred, but open to candidates across the state)
Be part of building a clean energy company from the ground up
Direct access to founding leadership and decision-makers
Flexible, remote-first structure with high-impact responsibilities
Financially backed with a strong runway and active portfolio
Real equity and long-term upside for candidates who grow with the business
Fast interview process and clear expectations
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