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The Project Development Director – Eastern U.S. will lead the development of various behind-the-meter and utility scale solar projects by directing project teams, engaging with clients and stakeholders, and working collaboratively with various internal departments to ensure effective achievement of project milestones from Project Award to Notice to Proceed (NTP). This role requires strong technical expertise and demonstrated successful execution of project management with solid focus on real estate and land use, interconnection and incentives, site diligence, design/engineering, and all federal, state, and local permitting for project viability within schedule and budget.
Responsibilities
- Secure and negotiate greenfield sites for community solar, 20MW AC merchant power projects, and other distributed generation solar projects as needed.
- Manage applications, incentives, and policy requirements in local Eastern utility and ISO/RTO markets.
- Contract development partners/consultants and manage all development and permitting scope, schedule, cost, risks, and communications across multiple project portfolios of various configurations and complexities.
- Contribute to Sales and RFP teams with proposal responses to development requirements such as schedule, permitting, cost, and environmental/site constraints.
- Lead kickoff calls to ensure project performance and strategy between cross-functional teams of technical experts to address critical paths, project/constructability risk, required spends, and next steps.
- Own entire PM function during development lifecycle from pre-award to NTP for Construction handoff.
- Control project schedules and budget risks for multiple project types.
- Negotiate full-suite/turnkey and partial scope third-party services with development consulting firms to perform end-to-end development for solar projects from award to permitting.
- Manage budgets, execute POs and WOs, and approve payments for various vendor invoices.
- Lead all communications and external/internal project status meetings with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to review requirements and delivery
- Attend meetings with all necessary local, county, state, or federal Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) agency and/or third-party consultants for necessary permitting requirements, approvals, and timelines.
- Direct development partners/consultants, engineers, permitting expeditors, land use attorneys, etc. to compile all documents required to submit for, and obtain, required permits/approvals for development and financing partners.
- Perform diligence and QA/QC of all development and project deliverables to de-risk projects.
- Attend and present at all required local/municipal meetings for discretionary permitting.
- Collaborate with internal departments to identify and cure any title defects, easements, and encumbrances on the property to secure site control and constructability.
- Perform onsite customer meetings and site visits as needed.
- Complete all regulatory filings, studies, and obtain approvals for site/environmental conditions.
- Perform site feasibility evaluation, design, and permitting tasks for all types of system configurations such as carport, ground mount, rooftops, and BESS projects
- Collaborate with Pre-Construction, Construction, and Engineering teams during design to ensure constructability within budget and schedule.
- Secure all project funding conditions precedent (CPs) as required by financing partners.
Qualifications
- Successful previous experience in developing 500kW-100MW solar projects in Eastern markets of the U.S. of various mounting types with battery energy storage systems components.
- Technical knowledge in the solar, construction, or real estate industries, with strong background in real estate, zoning, and land use for greenfield, brownfields, and commercial development.
- Proven familiarity of local utility and PJM/MISO/NYISO/ISO New England small generator interconnection applications, incentives, policies, processes, requirements, and timelines.
- Ability to work remotely and independently, preferably located in Northeast/Mid-Atlantic with required regional travel, as needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in attending, presenting to, and securing approvals/permits with AHJs – state, local, township, county, and all approval having jurisdictions in the eastern states.
- Familiarity navigating requirements for discretionary approvals, permits, and entitlements with federal and state agencies – i.e., environmental agencies, FAA, Fish and Wildlife, siting councils, etc.
- Demonstrated experience and comfort with land acquisition efforts and negotiating with landowners.
- Working knowledge of solar project financials, modeling, and economics across various contract methodologies including PPAs, Leases, Acquisitions, Sales, etc.
- High level understanding of project construction and subcontractor relationships
- Advanced or Expert-level capabilities with full Microsoft Office suite, and strong knowledge of project management tools (i.e.. MS Project, Procore, etc.
- Proven ability to think critically and problem solve to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and execute in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a strong ownership mentality.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. REC Solar is an AT-WILL employer and this description is not intended to imply a guarantee of permanent employment. As an equal opportunity employer (EOE), we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
The VP of Project Management is responsible for overseeing the project management team through the lifecycle of all projects. This position will train, guide and manage the team and individual projects through all budget, schedule, qaqc, safety, compliance, communication and procurement processes to ensure the successful execution of projects. The VP will refine and create processes in collaboration with cross-functional teams to create efficiency and scale through the execution phase of the project. This position will assist in EPC contract negotiation and work hand in hand with other functions within the organization to downselect EPC contractors and scope assignments. This position will report to the REC Solar COO.
Responsibilities
- Develop, train, guide, manage and support the staff and individual projects through all core PM responsibilities (budget, schedule, qaqc, safety, compliance, communication and procurement).
- Lead team through the implementation of simplified process for all functional deliverables and workflows.
- Standardize project management practices across the board.
- Review and refine existing processes to ensure efficiency and scale while ensuring that proper constructability processes are in place.
- Work cross functionally with engineering, project finance, development, pre-construction and sales to ensure efficient communication on all aspects of project, that all deliverables are met and all critical documentation is collated and transferred as appropriate.
- Review and manage project budgets and schedules on a weekly, monthly basis to ensure accuracy in project reporting.
- Identify and ensure areas of compliance.
- Involve and inform all necessary stakeholders.
- Work with COO to troubleshoot and problem solve where necessary.
- Set and review performance targets for individuals and the team.
- Manage risk, issue, and change resolution processes and take corrective action as needed
- Take on and self manage projects as needed during high volume periods
- Contracts
- Assist in EPC contract negotiation and ensure that contracts are followed through construction.
- Train staff to manage to EPC contract and ensure that contract specifications are followed.
- Detailed contract review, scope, and exhibit creation.
- Report on and host weekly, monthly calls on core PM responsibilities
- Create process for efficient reporting and ensure data discipline.
- Establish process around payment processing, prevailing wage reporting, lien waiver process, etc.
- Manage project and resource loading to ensure even spread across staff with an eye toward regional locations, strengths, etc.
- Manage team through Investment Committee processes and approvals.
- Help mold digital platforms to suit needs of position and support team
Requirements
- Extensive experience in the Project Management function demonstrating ownership in core PM responsibilities.
- Extensive experience within the construction and solar industries.
- Experience leading project management, construction management and other functional teams within the construction and solar industry.
- Experience in negotiating EPC contracts and ensuring compliance throughout project cycle.
- Experience operating and leading team through project management software tools.
- Self starter
- Ability to understand project flow and business cycle within the development, construction and solar industries.
- Experience successfully working with cross functional teams like sales, project finance, development and engineering
- IPP experience desired
- Team player
- Demonstrate aptitude of operating on digital platforms for reporting and project tracking.
- Demonstrated aptitude for learning new technologies
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. REC Solar is an AT-WILL employer and this description is not intended to imply a guarantee of permanent employment. As an equal opportunity employer (EOE), we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced General Counsel to join our dynamic team. As the General Counsel, you will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and guidance to the organization, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and mitigating legal risks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy project finance, real estate development, construction, corporate law, exceptional leadership abilities, and a strategic mindset to support the company’s objectives while upholding ethical standards and integrity. The position will report to REC Solar’s Chief Executive Officer.
Responsibilities
- Legal Counsel: Provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of legal matters, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, contracts, intellectual property, employment law, litigation, and risk management.
- Structured Finance: Support the Chief Investment Officer in negotiating and closing various agreements related to the project finance of solar and energy storage projects including tax equity partnerships, back leverage, and construction financing.
- Contract Review and Negotiation: Review, draft, and negotiate various contracts, agreements, and legal documents to protect the organization’s interests and minimize legal exposure such as power purchase agreements with customers, EPC agreements, and real estate site control.
- Compliance Management: Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company’s operations.
- Risk Assessment and Management: Identify legal risks and propose strategies to mitigate them effectively. Proactively assess potential legal issues and develop preventive measures.
- Litigation Management: Manage and oversee litigation matters, including working with external counsel, assessing litigation risks, and developing strategies for dispute resolution.
- Corporate Governance: Advise on corporate governance matters, including board matters, corporate policies, and procedures. Ensure compliance with corporate governance best practices and legal requirements.
- Intellectual Property Protection: Protect and manage the company’s intellectual property assets, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights. Develop strategies to safeguard intellectual property rights and enforce them when necessary.
- Training and Education: Provide legal training and education to employees to increase awareness of legal issues and promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
- Mergers and Acquisitions: Provide legal support and due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions. Draft and negotiate transaction documents and assess legal risks associated with such transactions.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the Bar association.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on structured finance for energy projects, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm.
- Proven track record of providing strategic legal advice and counsel to senior management and executives.
- Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, compliance requirements, and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
- Experience in the solar and energy storage industry is preferred but not required.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. REC Solar is an AT-WILL employer and this description is not intended to imply a guarantee of permanent employment. As an equal opportunity employer (EOE), we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
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