Project Development Analyst

Role Overview:

The Project Development Analyst is an exciting early‑career role at the forefront of the utility‑scale renewable energy industry, supporting the development of wind, solar, and battery storage projects across their full lifecycle. This fast‑paced, collaborative position is embedded within project teams and works closely with experienced development, engineering, legal, finance, and real estate professionals. Analysts support projects from early‑stage land acquisition and stakeholder engagement through permitting, interconnection, and preparation for construction. This role is well‑suited for highly motivated, detail‑oriented individuals seeking hands‑on responsibility, exposure to complex infrastructure projects, and strong professional growth opportunities in renewable energy.

Cover letters are strongly encouraged. 

Main responsibilities:

Support the development of large‑scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects from early‑stage development through permitting and into construction 

Advance projects through development stage‑gates, tracking milestones, risks, and deliverables across an active project portfolio 

Represent the Company in rural project areas by working with landowners, and other stakeholders 

Support the creation, negotiation, amendment, and administration of land agreements, including options, leases, amendments, purchases, easements and crossing agreements 

Process and track land acquisition documents and payments in internal systems 

Coordinate community outreach and stakeholder engagement activities 

Assist with the selection, contracting, and management of external consultants, including land agents, permitting consultants, and community engagement contractors 

Create and compile documentation, studies, and support efforts to obtain project permits 

Create, update, and maintain project GIS maps, databases, schedules, and trackers 

Support efforts to secure and maintain compliance with transmission and interconnection agreements with utilities and transmission providers 

Coordinate inputs across internal teams to price projects for commercial offtake  

Support the preparation of bids and compliance with contracts with power purchasers, including utilities and commercial & industrial customers 

Manage project meetings by developing agendas, capturing accurate notes and tracking and progressing action items 

Conduct land, market, regulatory, and project‑specific research to inform decisions 

Support internal reporting, portfolio tracking, and management updates 

Perform additional duties as required to support successful project execution and team objectives 

Employment type

Hybrid Schdedule/ Full-time

Work site

Houston, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

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  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Political Science, Environmental Studies or a related field  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    0 – 2 years of progressively responsible project management experience in energy or a related industry  

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including excel  

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise (Preferred)  

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
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    Valid driver's license 

    
    
  
  

  
  
  
  

Travel:

Up to 50%

Behavioral Requirements:

Strong organizational and time-management skills  

Strong written and verbal communication skills  

High attention to detail and strong interpersonal and teamwork skills  

Ability to work productively with limited supervision  

Strong interest in renewable energy  

Ability and willingness to travel and work flexible hours to accommodate project needs  

Familiarity with wind, solar and battery energy storage project development preferred  

Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, and productivity  

Exhibit behaviors consistent with strong leadership and accountability 

Physical demands & working conditions:

Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment 

 Walking: Ability to walk .5 to 2 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on project sites. 

Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal, diagram, or scheduled form 

Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds 

Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form