Director of Development (Utility-Scale Solar & BESS)

This role is based in Arlington, VA. On-site presence is required.

About the Company

Join a leading independent power producer at the forefront of renewable energy development. With a footprint across Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Kentucky, our client develops, constructs, and operates utility-scale solar energy projects. As a subsidiary of a publicly traded Israeli clean energy firm with over 1GW commissioned and a 7GW pipeline globally, the company is shaping the future of sustainable power in the U.S. and beyond.

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Project Development to lead utility-scale solar project development across the PJM region (VA, WV, PA, KY, OH). This role is critical to the client's U.S. expansion and is responsible for managing a team of project developers while coordinating zoning, permitting, and stakeholder engagement from site acquisition through NTP.

This position requires an experienced developer who can drive execution, manage regulatory risk, and work cross-functionally across departments to advance a complex project pipeline. The role is based in Arlington, VA and requires full on-site presence.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Strategic Oversight

Lead the development strategy and execution for utility-scale solar projects from site acquisition through NTP across multiple U.S. markets, focusing on zoning, permitting, community engagement, and project readiness.

Manage, mentor, and grow a team of project developers. Set performance goals, standardize development processes, and ensure alignment with corporate objectives and timelines.

Serve as the senior representative with local and state officials, permitting agencies, landowners, and community organizations. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to support project advancement.

Oversee all permitting strategy and execution at the county and state level, including public presentations and expert testimony where required.

Coordinate closely with internal Legal, Interconnection, GIS, Real Estate, Environmental, EPC, External Affairs, and Finance teams to ensure seamless project progression.

Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation plans. Track and report on key project metrics, timelines, and budgets to executive leadership.

Support project acquisition efforts, including due diligence and integration of acquired assets into the pipeline.

Provide regular project pipeline updates, budget forecasts, and progress reports to the executive team.

Qualifications & Skills