Renewables Development Director, North America

Job Description Summary

Customer facing staff responsible for winning business Owns/influences commercial business operating guidelines and has ownership/influence over budgets. Guided by functional policy. There is autonomy within the role to enter into/execute Commercial arrangements. High levels of Commercial judgment are required to achieve outcomes required.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Development Pipeline Management:

• Oversee and advance the renewable energy pipeline (Wind/BESS), ensuring progress toward key milestones (e.g. permits, GIA, Land control, PPA, NTP, etc.). lead communications with partners/stakeholders to meet development milestones and objectives. Represent GEV on partnership Management Committees.
• Manage internal approval process during the development phase ensuring alignment with GEV FS and GEV On-shore Wind (ONW) strategy and stakeholders advocacy. Ensure coordination of deal execution tasks within the internal approval processes and stakeholders as well as managing/supporting the drafting of all required documentation.
• Evaluate project economics and develop project business cases to support investment decisions and ongoing development spend.

• Support origination of new project platforms through managing diligence of prospective project portfolios, assisting in JV structuring, and outreach as needed
• Support acquisitions through evaluation of project/portfolios, including development status, business case, fit with GEV ONW and BESS business unit strategic objectives
• Support identification of new markets for development, potential opportunities and support appropriate diligence and structuring of opportunities to meet long term goals.

• Work closely with and manage internal teams, including engineering, finance, environmental and legal to align on project goals and execution plans.

• Manage permitting and compliance processes across diverse North American markets, ensuring projects align with local and regional regulations.

• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including co-developers, GEV onshore wind business, and other project participants as needed. Create collaborative environment and build strong relationships across GEV.

• Assist building and refining development tool kit required to progress the project pipeline from early stage through NTP.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in renewable energy development, with a strong focus on wind projects; experience in other technologies is a plus.
• A Bachelor's degree in a technical, environmental, financial or related discipline preferred.
• At least 5 years of proven success delivering renewable energy projects in North America, from early-stage development to Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Strong network within the energy sector, including developers, utilities, off-takers, regulators, and investors.
• Expertise in managing co-development partnerships, M&A, and greenfield development.
• Deep understanding of US renewable energy markets, regulatory frameworks, and permitting processes. Knowledge of Canadiana and Mexico markets is a plus
• Familiarity with JV structuring, fund development, or private equity-backed platforms is a plus.
• Financial/Commercial Acumen.
• Results-oriented "go-getter" who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with industry stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation skills and business acumen.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to operate effectively in dynamic market conditions.