Senior Manager, Project Development
TX
Full Time
Experienced
Company Overview:
GridStor is a rapidly growing, grid-scale energy storage developer, owner and operator backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management (“GSAM”) and led by experienced clean energy industry professionals. We acquire and develop battery storage projects in markets across North America. GridStor’s mission is to accelerate the transition to a carbon-free, resilient grid by rapidly deploying stand-alone energy storage at scale.
GridStor is based in Portland, Oregon, and offers competitive compensation and a wide selection of benefits including unlimited paid time off. Read more about life at GridStor at: https://gridstor.com/careers/
Role Summary:
GridStor is looking for a Sr. Manager, Project Development. Reporting to the Director of Development, this role will be part of the team responsible for leading the development of GridStor's project pipeline. The Development team is tasked with successfully executing complex projects that deliver value to our partners and investors. The development manager will play a key role in creating projects that can be financed, built, owned, and operated by the company. This role also includes completing real estate due diligence and transactions, land use permitting, and any other work necessary to get a project to Notice to Proceed. The development manager will be part of a nimble, driven team focused on bringing these critical infrastructure projects online as quickly as possible.
Key Responsibilities:
GridStor’s Operating Principles represent who we are, how we work, and what we believe.
We Collaborate. We believe trust is given, not earned. We honor each other’s zone of genius and seek to challenge ideas, not each other. We listen to each other’s points of view and work hard to find the better solution. We are one team.
We Are Humble. We like hard work, but don’t make work hard. We know we have a lot to learn and never grandstand or take up all the space in the room. We are kind. We are welcoming. We are inspired by our mission to decarbonize the grid.
We Create the Future. We are curious. We go deep, search for the best idea, and then move fast. We always focus on the few things that matter most. We know there will be setbacks, so we show up every day ready to learn and be better, together.
We Show Up for Each Other. We keep each other fully informed. We seek to understand. We coach, we don’t blame. We share our points of view and seek to make each other better every day. We believe everyone creates culture in every moment, every day.
We Do Hard Things. We view challenges as opportunities. We are resilient. We are all owners, and we act like it. We understand change requires taking risks and we push ourselves and our partners. We do what is right as opposed to what might be best for any one of us.
Apply online at www.gridstor.com/careers
GridStor is a rapidly growing, grid-scale energy storage developer, owner and operator backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management (“GSAM”) and led by experienced clean energy industry professionals. We acquire and develop battery storage projects in markets across North America. GridStor’s mission is to accelerate the transition to a carbon-free, resilient grid by rapidly deploying stand-alone energy storage at scale.
GridStor is based in Portland, Oregon, and offers competitive compensation and a wide selection of benefits including unlimited paid time off. Read more about life at GridStor at: https://gridstor.com/careers/
Role Summary:
GridStor is looking for a Sr. Manager, Project Development. Reporting to the Director of Development, this role will be part of the team responsible for leading the development of GridStor's project pipeline. The Development team is tasked with successfully executing complex projects that deliver value to our partners and investors. The development manager will play a key role in creating projects that can be financed, built, owned, and operated by the company. This role also includes completing real estate due diligence and transactions, land use permitting, and any other work necessary to get a project to Notice to Proceed. The development manager will be part of a nimble, driven team focused on bringing these critical infrastructure projects online as quickly as possible.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support development of energy storage projects from site selection analysis through construction commencement, coordinating closely with other teams to ensure all issues are vetted and resolved.
- Work with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC), Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Finance, and Origination teams to coordinate efforts and ensure projects achieve overall goals and milestones.
- Complete real estate due diligence, negotiate real estate contracts, and manage outside consultants and counsel in support of land transactions.
- Prepare permit applications and work closely with consultants, government staff, and elected officials to secure land use entitlements and permits.
- Develop, track, and forecast project budgets and schedules.
- Lead cross-functional project teams and coordinate processes required to advance projects.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree.
- Experience: 3-5 years prior work experience in the energy or commercial real estate development industry.
- Location & Availability: Work remotely in Texas, major metropolitan areas preferred. Must be willing to travel on a regular basis (up to 35%).
- Organizational Skills: Project management experience working with a ride range of stakeholders. Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and seeing delegated projects through to completion.
- Adaptability: Ability to be agile and flexible, readily taking on tasks outside the typical scope of the role as needed.
- Confidentiality: Proven ability to handle highly confidential information with utmost discretion.
- Integrity & Judgment: Strong track record of excellent judgment and integrity in previous roles.
- Technical Proficiency: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) experience a plus.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Problem-Solving: Adaptable, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and approach challenges with a creative, proactive mindset.
- Team Orientation: Highly motivated to support and collaborate with team members, contributing to collective success.
- GridStor offers an attractive Total Rewards package, including:
- Competitive base salaries commensurate with experience with an annual cash bonus (based on Company and individual performance)
- Generous paid leave
- Employee participation in Long Term Incentive Plan
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, including coverage for domestic partners and eligible domestic partner children
- HSA/FSA for participating employees
- 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting
- Continuing education and professional development
- Cellphone reimbursement, hybrid work environment, healthy snacks, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more.
GridStor’s Operating Principles represent who we are, how we work, and what we believe.
We Collaborate. We believe trust is given, not earned. We honor each other’s zone of genius and seek to challenge ideas, not each other. We listen to each other’s points of view and work hard to find the better solution. We are one team.
We Are Humble. We like hard work, but don’t make work hard. We know we have a lot to learn and never grandstand or take up all the space in the room. We are kind. We are welcoming. We are inspired by our mission to decarbonize the grid.
We Create the Future. We are curious. We go deep, search for the best idea, and then move fast. We always focus on the few things that matter most. We know there will be setbacks, so we show up every day ready to learn and be better, together.
We Show Up for Each Other. We keep each other fully informed. We seek to understand. We coach, we don’t blame. We share our points of view and seek to make each other better every day. We believe everyone creates culture in every moment, every day.
We Do Hard Things. We view challenges as opportunities. We are resilient. We are all owners, and we act like it. We understand change requires taking risks and we push ourselves and our partners. We do what is right as opposed to what might be best for any one of us.
Apply online at www.gridstor.com/careers
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