Project Manager Development
Apply now »Date: Mar 23, 2023
Location(s): Juno Beach, FL, US, 33408
Company: NextEra Energy
Requisition ID: 69671
NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.
Position Specific Description
At NextEra Energy, our employees are committed to providing clean and low-cost energy and are optimistic for North America’s energy future. In this role you would directly impact our goal of aggressively developing new renewable power projects across the U.S.
In this position you will lead the development of wind, solar and storage projects in the Central U.S. region, including overseeing cross functional teams across the NextEra Energy Resources organization. You will be working with leadership within Development, in order to drive development efforts directly impacting NextEra Energy’s bottom line. Beyond the requirements below, you will also be responsible for presenting your projects and updates to Development leadership and providing your input and expertise on a regular basis to Subject Matter Experts as the project leader of a collaborative and dynamic team.
You will travel across our sites to gain expertise in the region, the local community, and the project area. Your stewardship will include:
- Engaging with landowners, local officials and state agencies to secure sites and permits
- Leading cross-functional teams, including Resource Evaluation, Environmental, Engineering & Construction, Marketing & Communications, Regulatory, Real Estate, Legal, Finance, Transmission, and Commercial
- Evaluating and optimizing project economics and assisting with project financing
- Working with colleagues, consultants, and customers to ensure renewable projects are developed and constructed on time and on budget
The ideal candidate is open to traveling extensively and is comfortable making presentations in public forums. We truly have the best team in the business and are looking for highly motivated, detail-oriented project leaders with excellent communication skills to join our team. Candidates that have prior energy experience, MBA, or relevant graduate degree are preferred. We have the best team in the business; apply today to be a part of it!
Job Overview
Employees in this role assist in the development and execution of plans for new and enhanced generation projects. This job coordinates allocation of resources, schedules, and technical adequacy, ensuring the project or transaction is completed in the most cost effective and competitive manner. This position participates in all aspects of the business deal and ensures the project is completed on time and within budgetary constraints.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Leads and facilitates the day to day transaction process to ensure timely completion as well as a cost effective and competitive result
- Coordinates key functions such as financial feasibility analyses, engineering/design, project legal review, permitting activities and financial negotiations
- Supports due diligence activities with other internal groups to ensure proper analysis and structuring of assigned projects
- Acts as liaison between internal and external specialists regarding procurement, contracting, permitting and interconnection
- Assists in the construction of contractual arrangements for project development
- Participates in negotiating agreements with consultants and subcontractors
- Ensures compliance with applicable technical and regulatory requirements
- Fosters external relationships with customers, third parties and members of the community
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Grad / GED
- Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
- Experience: 3+ years
Preferred Qualifications
- None
Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Business Development
Organization: NextEra Project Mgmt
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
Where permitted by applicable law, NextEra Energy requires all employees and new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination on or before the first day of employment.
NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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