Director, Development

SUMMARY

Oriden, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, is a renewable energy developer focused on developing utility-scale solar PV and energy storage projects. The services we provide include project site origination, feasibility assessment, grid interconnection, design and engineering, community relations, environmental & technical studies, permitting, PPA origination, equipment procurement, project financing, construction management, ownership and asset management of renewable energy projects. The team is funded by Mitsubishi Power Ltd., a Japanese multinational with operations globally and regional headquarters in Lake Mary, FL.

We seek a colleague to join the Development team as a Director or Sr. Director, depending on experience.  The successful candidate will demonstrate sound industry knowledge, superior communications, and detail-oriented organizational skills.   The Director of Development will have the ability and enthusiasm to drive projects forward with through project management, economic analysis, document negotiation, and transaction support across a pipeline of projects targeting wholesale power markets in the US.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ability to independently own and manage project development of utility-scale solar power generation projects from start (greenfield development) to finish (financial close) to deliver projects on budget and on time.
• Ability to communicate and sync cross-functionally on a regular basis to minimize project risks.
• Direct and manage tax abatements, land use agreements, interconnection agreements, offtake agreements, and various other agreements in collaboration with a team of subject matter experts.
• Direct and manage project budgets, objectives, schedules, and deliverables for assigned development projects.
• Engage community, local and state institutions, and stakeholders for project support.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and consultants to maintain project timeline and budget.
• Ability to independently lead development project initiatives, task forces, or programs as necessary.
• Provide Executive support during the investor due diligence process.
• Capable of managing a team of Analysts, Associates, or Managers,
• Act as a trusted collaborator with the broader development team for continuous improvement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION

Qualified applicants will have the creativity and attention to detail necessary to develop utility scale solar projects.  Display a strong drive to deliver results, persistent in overcoming obstacles and eager to take responsibility for making things happen in a complex development landscape.  Successful candidates will also demonstrate evidence of working independently in an unstructured environment.

Experience: 7+ years of relevant experience is preferred and may include project management, energy management, energy and environmental policy or law, economic development, technical sales, construction management, or engineering;

Education: Undergraduate degree in business, engineering, economics, environmental studies, public policy, or relevant field. Graduate degree a plus, but not required.

Valued Skills include:

• Commitment to personal integrity and honesty
• Microsoft Office software proficiency, with financial underwriting experience a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical, research and quantitative aptitude
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate and build rapport and trust with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Flexibility and willingness to learn and “pitch in” at all levels
• Interest and ability to work in a small team environment
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions 
• Interdisciplinary understanding of business development and energy issues (technology, power markets, economics, and policy)
• Ability to quickly understand the basics of a variety of subjects relating to solar energy and storage; including resource studies, environmental studies, transmission issues, public relations, public policy, sales, and engineering

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk or hear. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Hearing protection may be recommended and/or required in some areas.

Flexibility to travel as required, supporting the US business plan

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Committed to quality product and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.

Mitsubishi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.