Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage and lead the development process of utility-scale wind and/or solar energy projects in the Michigan, Illinois, Indiana and potentially Southeast area of the United States
Represent Apex with federal, state and local officials, regulators, utilities, RTOs, and other stakeholders throughout the project development process
Oversee and manage state, federal, and local permitting efforts and approval processes for utility-scale electric generation projects
Manage the preparation and delivery of permitting documentation
Interpret technical engineering and environmental reports and studies to determine project impact and pertinence towards application requirements
Provide reports to management including updates on project status and changes to regulations
Manage project financial models, project design and generation interconnection activities
Lead landowner lease negotiations and relationships in projects involving large numbers of landowners
Help to coordinate the project interconnection process
Compilation and analysis of data for project stakeholders and partners
Organize and supervise project budget, schedule and proforma
Support the negotiation of power purchase and asset agreements
Develop and execute project marketing strategy in close collaboration with our Public Affairs Team
Oversee project consultants: environmental, engineering, transmission, etc.
Work cross-departmentally to maintain clear communication and smooth collaboration at all stages of the project development process
Travel to project site locations and attend stakeholder meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduate degree in development related field with a strong academic record
3+ years of development experience; direct utility-scale wind or solar development experience strongly preferred
Solid track record in project management and contract negotiations
Knowledge of commercial wind & energy storage markets
Understanding of renewable energy financing options and project financial models
Experience with county and state permitting processes. Experience in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, and/or the Southeast preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within and lead multi-disciplinary teams while earning buy-in from team members to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of projects
Experience managing land agents or independent consultants
Strong organization skills and ability to handle time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a rapidly changing environment
Strong work ethic and ability to productively take ownership of projects while communicating collaboratively throughout the project’s life cycle.
Adept at problem-solving
Articulate with the ability to lead and assist with management, client, and public presentations
Exceptional planning and organizational skills
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Strong passion for renewable energy.
Exemplary standards of safety, honor, ethics, quality, communication, and productivity.
Willing and able to travel up to 40% to the MI/IL/IN and Southeast region of the United States
Willing to work from our headquarters in Charlottesville, VA or satellite office in Lake Elmo, MN. Remote location will be considered for the right candidate.