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Project Development Director

Energy Vault
Westlake Village, Canada
Full Time
Posted May 27, 2026
$154k - $246k
Energy Management
Remote
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Job Description

Welcome to Energy Vault® (NYSE:NRGV), a global energy storage and power infrastructure company focused on owning, operating, and enabling resilient, dispatchable energy assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of utility-scale energy storage and generation projects from early-stage assessment/acquisition through contracting and Ready-to-Build (RTB) • Manage third-party developers, consultants, and internal cross-functional teams to advance development workstreams, ensure stage-gate readiness, and drive critical decisions. • Own development budgets, schedules, critical path execution, risk management, and reporting to leadership and investment stakeholders. • Secure and manage key project agreements and permits, including land control, environmental/community engagement, and local approvals with relevant authorities. • Drive grid interconnection and utility coordination through application, studies, and agreements to support bankable RTB outcomes. • Define project scope and requirements aligned to commercial strategy, ensuring development deliverables support financing, offtake, and long-term value creation.

Requirements

• 15 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Communication, or Business,; 12 years of related experience with a master’s degree; or 8 years of related experience with a PhD. • 5+ years of experience in Project Management of complex projects in the Energy Generation and/or Energy Storage industries. • Proven experience developing projects from origination/acquisition through development approvals and grid connections. • Certification in Project Management preferred. • Capacity to learn on-the-fly, particularly regarding nuanced project technical or legal requirements. • Excellent Project Management skills and the ability to work independently on multiple project timelines simultaneously. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Agile work ethic with flexibility to address pressing project needs as they arise. • Proficiency in effective communication of project plans, proposals, and results, and ability negotiate options at senior management levels. • Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally, up to 30%. • Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, rapid growth environments. • A passion for sustainability, our mission, and our vision is a bonus!

Benefits & Perks

• Annual bonus plan. • Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). • 401K employer matching. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and family. • Flexible Spending Account. • Company-paid Life insurance, Short- and Long-term disability insurance. • 8-weeks for Paternity leave. • Generous holiday allowance. • Flexible time off plus sick leave. • Reimbursement for home office equipment, phone, and internet expenses.

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