PRC aims to establish itself as one of the premier wind development organizations in the industry, emphasizing excellence in all endeavors. This goal is pursued by assembling a team of proficient, driven, and accountable individuals. We prioritize a collaborative and positive atmosphere, fostering camaraderie and enthusiasm among team members. Our work environment values the intricacies of project development and places a high priority on the welfare of both our project stakeholders and employees. If you are seeking a career within an organization that values its people, encourages input, and respects work/life balance, PRC could be the perfect for you.
Roles and Responsibilities
In charge of overseeing development tasks for wind project sites throughout the entire development process, starting from site identification and continuing until Notice to Proceed (NTP) is obtained. Specific responsibilities entail but are not restricted to: taking ownership of projects, assuming full responsibility, and demonstrating prior experience to foresee potential challenges. The role necessitates the capability to confidently entrust the individual with a project at any stage of the cycle, knowing they possess the proficiency to manage it efficiently.
Planning & Management
Identify development prospects, conduct fatal flaw review, and initial site reconnaissance.
Probe and research potential project sites and communities.
Conduct project feasibility evaluation.
Develop and execute project development strategy and plans.
Execute all project development activities including:
Update project budgets and cash flow projections, completing requested management reporting and tracking.
Comply with project related contract & regulatory compliance.
Complete tasks according to budgets and schedules, including coordinating with internal and external technical support as assigned.
Interface with subject matter experts/contractors, including those related to project resource assessment, interconnection, project design, financial modelling, regulatory and legislative matters, environmental and wildlife studies, and permitting.
Land
Supporting Land Acquisition team for new projects Accountable for the acquisition plan for new project sites, which may include:
hiring residents, establishing local offices, funding local initiatives, establishing relationships, and generally developing alliances with the community that will support site development.
Coordinate and plan landowner meetings and community events.
Produce and maintain accurate landowner contact records for parcel files consistent with the company real estate inventory database.
Coordinate communications with landowners as necessary during development/pre‐construction.
Manage relationships with customers, landowners, state and local officials and other stakeholders to achieve a positive reputation, etc.
Resource Assessment
Coordinate site resource monitoring deployment and data management.
Support the completion of resource assessment reports.
Environmental & Permitting
Research local, state and federal regulations on project development to incorporate into project plan.
Manage consultant(s) responsible for permitting and regulatory tasks.
Support the state, federal and local permitting processes, including application preparation, review of contractor reports, overall permitting, representing the company during the permitting process as assigned.
Support the project team through all necessary environmental studies.
Origination
Assist and support origination of project offtake opportunities.
Create support materials for offtake opportunities including RFPs.
Travel
Travel could be up to 50% at times.
Travel to project site(s) as necessary.
Attend 2 company meetings in Minneapolis as necessary.
Qualifications
4+ years of experience working on wind energy projects with increasing responsibility.
Prior experience with all aspects of wind development projects from site identification to NTP.
Experience with zoning and permitting of wind energy projects.
Familiarity with the utility interconnection process
Comfortable being “hands-on” and “boots on the ground.”
Detail oriented with a strong sense of personal responsibility and ownership of work product.
High degree of emotional intelligence, working virtually in complex teams/environments
Ability to manage multiple projects at once.
Highly proficient in MS Excel, MS Project/Smartsheet, Word, and PowerPoint, as well as Google Earth.
Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines.
Proven success working with all levels of management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent presentation skills
PRC Wind is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management
Industries
Services for Renewable Energy
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