Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Development Manager leads pre-NTP development activities across Qcells ' DG solar and standalone ESS portfolio. The role spans three core functions:
- Development due diligence to support acquisitions including permitting and land related investigations.
- Lead acquired projects from Close to NTP in conjunction with other Development team .
- Support early-stage greenfield ESS development, with a focus on the Northeast and Midwest .
This is a development execution role and requires deep expertise in permitting, land use, and early engineering.
RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Primary Responsibilities (Pre-NTP Focus) - Lead development of DD across permitting, zoning, environmental, and land use.
- Support v alidat ion of program eligibility (VDER/ICSA/PWA, IL ABP, NJ SREC-II, MD CSI).
- Review early engineering and site cons tra ints with internal teams.
- Identify gating items and critical path issues.
- Prepare concise DD summaries and development risk memos.
2. Quarterbacking Projects ( Close to NTP ) - Own NTP schedules, risk registers, and development budgets.
- Drive permitting, land use approvals, environmental deliverables, and utility tasks.
- Manage consultants (survey, civil, environmental, geotech , counsel).
- Align closely with Tra nsaction and Construction Leads for smooth hando ff s. Ensure ITC compliance (energy community, brownfield, domestic content).
- Provide clear weekly updates and timely escalations.
3 . Cross-Functional Leadership - Maintain alignment with Acquisitions, Engineering, Interconnection, Policy, Finance, and Legal.
- Manage external consultants and local stakeholders efficiently.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related quantitative field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- 6-+ years of professional work experience in renewable energy development with DG solar and/or ESS experience
- Expertise in matters associated with permitting, real estate , and NTP processes.
- Strong knowledge in DG markets (NY, IL, NJ, MD) and community solar / state program rules.
- Fluency in incentive compliance (VDER/ICSA/PWA, ABP, SREC-II, CSI) and PJM/GETS participation for storage.
- Familiarity with ITC pathways (energy community, brownfield, domestic content).
- Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder development workflows.
- Excellent communication skills with strong risk identification and escalation judgment.
- Technically conversant in ESS fundamentals
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Direct experience with development in PJM or Northeast/Midwest markets.
- Strong analytical and commercial problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage consultants and external resources.
- Proficiency in MS O ff ice; familiarity with GIS, CAD, and PM tools.
COMPENSATION: In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the anticipated annual base salary for this position is:
- Zone 1 (Bay Area, NYC): $135,400 - $162,400
- Zone 2 (CA, NJ, NY): $124,100 - $148,800
- Zone 3 (All others): $112,800 - $135,300
The applicable salary range is based on the employee's primary work location. Individual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and other business-related factors.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing
20% of time
Sitting
70% of time
Walking
10% of time
Strength
Pulling
up to 10 Pounds
Pushing
up to 10 Pounds
Carrying
up to 10 Pounds
Lifting
up to 10 Pounds
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing
F
Handling
F
Reaching
F
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning
F
Twisting
F
Bending
O
Crouching
O
Balancing
N
Climbing
N
Crawling
N
Kneeling
N
