Project Development Advisor

What You Can Expect

As our Project Development Advisor for ENGIE Distributed Solar and Storage (DSS), you will play a crucial role in supporting site origination and development of distributed solar and solar + storage projects across North America. In this role, you will engage in various tasks related to land acquisition, permitting, environmental review, and other key aspects of project development, aligning with ENGIE's renewable energy goals and growth strategy. You will demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. This position is based in Chicago, IL and reports to the Director of Project Development.

Project Leadership: Oversee development stages of greenfield and acquired projects, handling everything from land acquisition to design, while also managing interactions with stakeholders and attending key community and policy events

Business Development Support: Aid in identifying new opportunities in target states, support M&A activities, and ensure smooth transaction closures aligned with internal and stakeholder requirements

Team and Process Management: Lead and train the Project Development team, assign tasks, and coordinate with third-party consultants. Ensure adherence to ENGIE's internal procedures and approval processes

Strategic Presentations: Prepare and present detailed reviews of projects and market strategies to both DSS and global management teams

What You’ll Bring

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Environmental Sciences, Economics or related field

• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in energy, customer/developer-facing experience
• A minimum of five (5) years of renewable project development experience, including managing projects at various stages of the development lifecycle
• You are conscientious and detail-oriented with unimpeachable integrity, demonstrating a team-first attitude while skillfully handling commercial disagreements with poise and professionalism across internal and external stakeholders
• You possess a high degree of creative problem-solving acumen, particularly in renewables transactions and project development, complemented by a general understanding of renewable energy market trends and the impacts on solar project development. Experience with distributed/community solar programs is advantageous
• You are results-oriented and motivated, capable of working independently within a large matrixed organization. You thrive in rapidly changing environments and are adept at managing multiple high-stakes transactions simultaneously
• You are proficient in MS Excel, Word, CRM tools and PowerPoint, with superior verbal and written communication skills, enabling you to effectively present to a diverse range of audiences

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 25% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $112,000 – $165,000 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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