Project Manager – Permitting

Project Manager – Permitting

Requirements

• Exceptional organizational, communication, decision-making, problem-solving, analytical, and time management skills.
• Confidence in working autonomously and thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality work under pressure.
• Strong team player with initiative and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to instill confidence as a credible, reliable, and expert subject matter expert for team members in technical matters.
• Passion for the renewable energy industry.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to successfully execute and deliver new solar projects to the execution teams for construction.
• Secure land use permits for renewable energy facilities across multiple local, state, and federal jurisdictions in New York and New England ISO regions.
• Manage technical and environmental studies for renewable energy development.
• Identify and implement innovative mitigation strategies to reduce project costs and impacts.
• Negotiate project design and mitigation measures with regulators to ensure project success while understanding project constraints.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and consultants to maintain project timelines and budgets.
• Draft original text for project origination support, public education, and investor reporting materials.
• Transfer permitted projects to execution teams and Compliance Permitting Manager for construction management.
• Provide ongoing support to Project Managers throughout the construction process.
• Act as a representative for AES in meetings with the community, elected officials, and regulators.
• Assist in cost reduction initiatives, vendor development, and invoice audits.
• Mentor analysts and senior analysts on the permitting team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in environmental sciences, geography, or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven track record in permitting expertise in development, preferably in a utility-scale environment.
• Knowledge of state siting and permitting processes, including USACE, State Regulations within the NY and New England ISOs, and federal permitting as needed.
• Strong project and case management skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills in both verbal and written correspondence.
• Experience in environmental analysis, diligence, and environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of solar renewable energy construction processes, real estate development, and renewable energy project evaluation and acquisition.
• Preferred knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS and Google Earth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision.