Development Manager
OneEnergy RenewablesMadison, Wisconsin
Full Time
Posted February 11, 2026
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Job Description
The Development Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of solar project development, including permitting, land acquisition, stakeholder engagement, and coordination with engineering and finance teams to ensure successful project delivery from inception to construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate activities to secure land use, environmental permits, and approvals for solar projects.
- Oversee project budgets, schedules, and staffing plans to ensure timely permitting and compliance.
- Negotiate with regulatory agencies and landowners to obtain permits and advance project development.
- Engage with stakeholders including community members, utilities, and consultants to facilitate project progress.
- Manage project budgets, accounts receivable, and accounts payable, and oversee financial documentation.
- Review engineering designs, environmental assessments, and utility interconnection studies to support project development.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to optimize project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Represent the company in policy discussions, permitting processes, and stakeholder engagement activities.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required.
- Minimum 3 years of project management experience in renewable energy, real estate, and or a land use related field.
- Understanding of financial models and management of budgeting cash flow.
- The proven ability to create and manage schedules and budgets to required margins.
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of integrity and organizational capacity to manage multiple projects.
- A proven ability to provide efficient, timely, and reliable service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Self-motivated and self-starter, with proven ability to take ownership, initiative, and accountability.
- Experience with developing stakeholder relationships, permitting authorities, and knowledge of utility interconnection requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to manage competing priorities often across functional and operational lines.
- Ability to contribute to an amicable working environment with other associates and employees.
- Must demonstrate a high degree of time management and organizational skills resulting in the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at various stages of delivery.
- Strong quantitative analysis and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure and stress while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
- Excellent PC computer skills and familiarity with MS Office and Windows.
- Ability to travel and access sites of varying terrain.
- Position requires travel within the Midwest including nights up to 20% of working time.
- Must carry an active driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Benefits & Perks
generous Paid Time Off six weeks year
Paid Parental Leave
Volunteer Time Off Program
comprehensive medical coverage
401 k matching retirement plan
life insurance
wellness incentives
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