Project Developer

AES US

Job Location:

Louisville, KY - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 105000 - 131325

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you ready to be part of a company thats not just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) a Fortune 500 company thats leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work you can be confident that youre joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreements goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers are setting the pace for rapid global decarbonization.

If youre ready to be part of a company thats not just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for you. Were not just building a cleaner more sustainable future - were powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Position Summary

The Project Developer leads the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects within the CAISO market including solar storage and hybrid projects. This role owns project execution from early-stage development through late-stage readiness for Notice to Proceed (NTP) coordinating cross-functional teams and driving projects through key milestones.

The Developer serves as thecentral pointof accountability (quarterback) for project success ensuring alignment across interconnection permitting land engineering and commercial workstreams while navigating the complexities of the CAISO market.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development Leadership

- Lead development of renewable energy projects across CAISO from siteselectionto execution readiness

- Drive advancement through key milestones including site control interconnection queue progressionpermittingapprovals and commercial structuring

Project Management & Execution

- Develop and manage integrated project schedules budgets and risk registers

- Track milestones and proactively adjust plans tomaintaintimelines

Cross-Functional Coordination

- Coordinate inputs across interconnection land permitting engineering environmental and commercial teams

- Integrate SME inputs into cohesive development strategies

Risk Management & Decision-Making

-Identifyand manage risks related to CAISO interconnection permitting land constraints and market considerations

- Lead tradeoff discussions and recommend solutions to advance projects

Stakeholder Engagement

- Lead engagement with landowners utilities CAISO stakeholderspermittingagencies and consultants

- Represent AES in project meetings and negotiations

Qualifications

Required:

- Bachelors degree in business engineering environmental studies or related field

- 47 years of experience in renewable energy development or related field

- Strong understanding of interconnection permitting land and project development processes

Preferred:

- Experience with CAISO interconnection and California permitting processes

- Experience developing solar storage or hybrid projects in CAISO

Key Competencies

- Project Ownership and Accountability

- Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making

- Cross-Functional Leadership

- Communication and Stakeholder Management

- Execution Excellence

Scope & Accountability

- Owns end-to-end project development outcomes within CAISO portfolio

- Acts as central coordinator of all project activities and decisions

-Operateswith moderate independence escalating critical issues as needed

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position at commencement of employment is between $105000 and $131325/year; however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical dental and vision coverage life insurance 401(k) eligibility and paid time off (including vacation sick leave time and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

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Are you ready to be part of a company thats not just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) a Fortune 500 company thats leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries AES is committed to shaping a future throug...