Land Solutions Assistant Developer Manager, Renewables
The Assistant Development Manager supports the Development Manager in coordinating and executing renewable energy development projects, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and competitive outcomes. This role involves managing project schedules, budgets, contracts, and client communications while assisting in resource allocation and team coordination to meet project objectives and build skills toward a Development Manager position.
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Confidential Client is hiring for an Assistant Development Manager to support renewable energy project development. This role works under the direction of a Development Manager to coordinate project schedules, budgets, permitting, contracts, and cross-functional teams to help deliver new or enhanced generation projects on time and on budget.
Responsibilities & Key Activities
- Support all aspects of project development to deliver timely, cost-effective, and competitive results for renewable energy projects.
- Assist with financial feasibility analysis, engineering/design coordination, legal review, permitting workflows, and financial negotiations.
- Help prepare project proposals, establish objectives, and support contractual documentation and negotiations.
- Assist with invoicing, tracking accounts receivable, and supporting project financial controls.
- Support project planning: timeframes, budgets, staffing, and schedules.
- Help assemble and coordinate internal teams, sub-consultants, vendors, and third parties.
- Monitor project status by collecting, organizing, and summarizing trends and metrics for the Development Manager.
- Act as a liaison for procurement, contracting, permitting, and interconnection activities under direction of the Development Manager.
- Track expenditures, analyze budget variances (e.g., scope creep), and support corrective actions.
- Assist in quality review of design deliverables to ensure client requirements and performance standards are met.
- Support client and community relationships; respond to client needs and anticipate concerns.
- Contribute to business development activities by supporting proposals, presentations, and follow-up on outstanding opportunities.
- Maintain web-based document management systems (e.g., Procore, SharePoint, Flairsoft) and input project data into project systems (e.g., Vision).
- Collect, organize, and maintain project files and documentation.
- Maintain professional knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and participating in industry groups.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Land Planning, or equivalent preferred.
- Prior exposure to renewable energy or land development project workflows is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with project budgeting, permitting, interconnection processes, and contract administration is a plus.
Scope of Authority
- Works under the direction and supervision of a Development Manager; limited independent authority.
- Collaborates closely with Development Managers, Team Leaders, and project staff.
- May assist in mentoring entry-level team members.
Working Conditions
- Primarily office-based; able to remain stationary ~75% of the time.
- Occasional travel required to project sites or client meetings.
- Regular use of a computer and office productivity tools.
- Frequent communication with internal teams and external clients.
Cultural Fit & Traits
- Independent yet collaborative
- Dependable and results-oriented
- Persistent and flexible problem solver
- Strong communicator and client-focused
- Enthusiastic with a professional mindset
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay Range: $80,000—$100,000 USD
- Competitive compensation packages with potential annual and spot bonuses
- 401(k) match (1:1 up to 4% of compensation)
- Generous paid time off and paid parental leave
- Flexible work schedules available for some positions
- Tuition assistance and student loan repayment programs
- Paid licensing/certification fees and licensure rewards
- Wellness reimbursement, dependent care match, and employee referral incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision plans; family planning & IVF benefits; pet insurance
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account options
- Employer-paid LTD, STD, and life insurance; supplemental MetLife benefits
- Member Assistance Program (MAP) offering counseling, legal and financial consultations
Applicant & Recruiting Notes
- While AI tools may assist with parts of the application review, final hiring decisions are made by people. Highlight your judgment, experience, and what makes you unique.
- Confidential Client does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd-party agencies. Fees will not be paid for unsolicited submissions unless previously agreed in writing by the Confidential Client Talent Acquisition team.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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