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Project Developer - Utility Scale Solar
US$120000 - US$180000 per annum
Solar
US
Houston, Texas
Permanent
Hybrid

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

About the Opportunity

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.

What You'll Do

  • 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

What We're Looking For

  • 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)

Why Join?

  • 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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