Development Associate

Development Associate

OneEnergy's mission is to make clean energy the #1 source of electricity for consumers and utilities. We develop solar energy projects across the United States in community solar, distributed generation, and large utility scale project segments. Our diverse project pipeline, multiple locations across the US, and unique multidisciplined team sets us apart. We are a dynamic and innovative renewable energy industry company dedicated to developing and deploying utility scale solar and community solar facilities. We are a public benefit corporation committed to excellence, collaboration, and driving positive change in our industry.

OneEnergy Renewables is seeking an Associate, Development. We develop solar energy and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects where the energy market dynamics, grid interconnection rules, and land permitting requirements are often unknown or are in flux and this role is important to help us navigate these unknowns. This entry-level role is primarily comprised of proactive communication and coordinating successfully with a multidisciplinary team. The Associate's contributions are important to ensure our projects meet quality standards, schedule requirements, and budgets, determining project viability.

Responsibilities :

• Monitor and analyze project schedules, scopes of work, and budgets; provide recommendations on tasks to ensure project viability.
• Schedule regular meetings and record decisions (e.g. assigned tasks and next steps).
• Prepare and provide documentation to internal teams and key stakeholders.
• Research and obtain critical project or market information regarding zoning code, policy, permits, land records and relevant industry studies.
• Monitor and measure project progress and address or report potential issues.
• Coordinate quality controls to ensure deliverables meet requirements.
• Act as a key point of contact for all project information.
• Participate in managing and approving expenses.
• Collaborate with internal partners to document project details and improve standard operating procedures and processes.
• Conduct outreach to prospective landowners.
• Conduct due diligence and site analysis.
• Identify constraints and participate in obstacle resolution and risk tracking.
• Support preparation and analysis of interconnection documents and applications, including coordination with utilities.
• Support coordination with internal engineering, including communicating design constraints and reviewing layouts for conformance with project and Company goals.
• Conduct outreach to permitting authorities; prepare permit applications; and provide support during public hearings, meetings, and other community engagement.
• Support the development of required documents for financing of projects and communicate frequently with the finance and legal teams.
• Coordinate with external consultants and manage relationships to ensure external deliverables are completed correctly and on time.

Requirements :

OneEnergy's compensation packages are dependent on an array of factors including, but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other organizational needs. We provide generous Paid Time Off (six weeks / year), Paid Paternity Leave and an impactful Volunteer Time Off Program. We also offer robust employee benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching retirement plan, life insurance, wellness incentives, and more.

We recognize an equitable energy transition requires the participation of diverse communities, groups, and institutions. OneEnergy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.