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POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for originating, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of the development of affordable housing projects. Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, Eden-owned re-syndications, and joint ventures with other developers. Project developers are expected to manage a workload of multiple projects in a collaborative environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Helps evaluate potential project sites and properties.
• Prepare written report material including grant and financing applications and new business proposals.
• Organize critical community support. Make presentations before public bodies and community groups.
• Research and secure sources of predevelopment, construction, and permanent financing from public and private sources.
• Work with public agency staff to assure timely public review and approval including environmental and other entitlement reviews.
• Solicit and coordinate the work of non-construction-related project consultants, including legal, finance and other special consultants; negotiate contracts.
• Coordinate bid and qualifications processes to select construction-related consultants, including architects, general contractors, and construction consultants; prepare and negotiate contracts; and monitor contract compliance.
• Negotiate contracts.
• Organize, coordinate, document and facilitate escrow closings.
• Prepare and monitor development and construction budgets.
• Prepare, update, and adhere to project timelines and schedules.
• Oversee project design development; supervise preparation of project plans and specifications. Ensure attention given to special users' needs, Eden standards, project budget, timelines, and lender/investor/regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the construction process including compliance with local government and lender requirements; perform site inspections; recommend decisions regarding change order requests; process change orders, pay application, and loan disbursement requests; and assure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Work with Eden Housing Resident Services to identify feasibility of on-site service programs and identifies sources of necessary funding.
• Work with Eden Housing Management and community groups to facilitate affirmative marketing and smooth transition to occupancy.
• Manage interdepartmental planning and project handoff process to ensure successful transition to operations.
• Perform outreach duties and public relations work as needed; attend neighborhood and community meetings and public hearings; act as liaison between Eden, its consultants, vendors, partners, and the community; and participate in local, state and federal policy planning and advocacy efforts.
• Represent Eden externally at industry forums and groups within identified geographic areas.
• Attend Eden's Board meetings as required.
• Undertake tasks as may be assigned by the Associate Director of Development or Director of Development.
• Actively participate in our culture of inclusivity.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel during the business day to Eden properties, training sites and retail stores.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A background in planning, business, community development, public policy or a field related to housing is highly desirable as is a passion for housing justice and equity.

PREFERRED SKILLS and/or ABILITIES

• Experience or background in housing, planning, business, and real estate finance
• Experience or background in affordable housing development, planning or finance.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal housing financing programs; including HUD 202/811, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, and Tax-Exempt Bonds.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the concerns and needs of lower income people.
• Ability to conduct financial analysis and budget preparation.
• Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills
• Effective public presentation skills
• Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in project teams, and with a wide variety of individuals.
• Proficient in Word and Excel (to conduct financial analysis)
• Ability to work under pressure and successfully meet deadlines.
• Commitment to the company's goals and philosophy.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. The ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have reliable automobile transportation and a valid California Driver's License and insurance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Physical demands include writing/typing, use of computer and paper files, answering phones, attending meetings.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB DESCRIPTION REVISION

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change. This job description replaces all previous descriptions for this position.

The Developer, Project Development, will be involved in site diligence and project development efforts. The individual will support ongoing site development efforts, assess solar sites for critical issues related to project development, and create and secure land lease amendments with landowners for solar development. In addition, the Developer will be responsible for creating permitting documents, supporting, and leading project development tasks for assigned projects. The Developer will also manage third-party contractors, prepare and execute land use permits, plan and organize public outreach, and represent Pivot at land use hearings.

This role will lead site diligence and permitting for renewable energy facilities and other major capital development projects, including battery energy storage systems. There are many moving pieces to develop solar projects and take them through financial closing, and the ability to prioritize, multitask, and effectively communicate internally and externally is paramount.

The individual will be provided with the tools and resources for successful delivery of this role, which will lead to growth for both the individual and Pivot Energy.

Meet with landowners, manage to lease terms, and amend leases for solar development

Manage and lead the creation and submission of permitting documents for energy/industrial facility development, expansion, and maintenance with a focus on local permitting

Organize and maintain files, budgets, and project records using Pivot's internal processes, databases, and project management software

Manage third-party consultants and contractors to complete required diligence items related to a portfolio of projects

Manage and work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments

Attend community events to discuss solar with stakeholders; periodically participate in local policy working groups to ensure market success

Complete title curative items for project finance requirements, in collaboration with the legal team

Prepare project deliverables for and work closely with Pivot's Structured Finance team to ensure qualifying projects are ready for financial closings

Evaluate the viability of sites through site visits, desktop diligence review, local permitting process analysis, and review of various site conditions (i.e., environmental, geo-tech, topo, grid compatibility, etc.)

As needed, assist the Director or Senior Director of Project Development with other tasks related to project development activities

Minimum 2+ years of experience in renewable energy development, or comparable professional experience

Excellent communication and public relations skills, and a positive attitude to enhance the company's reputation through interpersonal interactions

Comfort speaking in public while presenting Pivot project concepts to recommending and decision-making bodies

Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and who is not afraid to ask questions and take on tasks outside of their comfort zone

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage complex evaluation processes for a significant number of sites to inform sound project siting and related project decision making

Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts within and outside of Pivot

Experience with federal, state, and local permitting, in particular with the preparation of applications and documents related to the development of renewable energy projects

Ability to anticipate project requirements and address long-lead time items to limit schedule slip

Understanding of real estate title, LLCs, tax maps, deeds, and parcel identification

Strong computer skills in all basic programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, and ArcGIS are preferred

Valid driver's license and ability to drive to sites and permitting authorities

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, make own travel arrangements, and be self-reliant

Compensation and benefits include an estimated base salary range of $75,000-$20,000, along with eligibility for the company's substantial bonus plan and commission plan with a target bonus of 20% of annual salary (prorated in first year based on start date). Compensation will be based on factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Pivot Energy offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:

• Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company
• Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations
• Company paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage
• Generous parental leave
• 401(k) matching
• Home Office set up stipend for new employees
• Public transit reimbursement
• PTO for volunteering in the community
• Charitable donation matching up to 500/year
• Professional development and educational reimbursements

A complete list of all the benefits Pivot offers may be provided upon request.

Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nation's electricity, increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities, and provide real cost-savings to American businesses and families.

We are fiercely dedicated to accelerating the rapid transition taking place in the energy industry to a more decentralized and cleaner approach to power generation. We are committed to positively contributing to the local communities and people we serve with more than clean energy. We believe global warming poses an existential threat to our planet and that we have a responsibility to help mitigate the threat. Our portfolio includes projects that reduce energy burden for income-limited families, create workforce pathways for under-represented groups within the solar industry, and include robust community investment opportunities.

As a Certified B Corporation and one of Denver's "Best Places to Work", we believe that company success is driven by a healthy environment, thriving society, and workplace where all individuals are respected. We evaluate every internal decision on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors to determine if our actions will result in a net positive impact on the community, our employees, customers, shareholders, and the environment. Learn more in our annual ESG Report.

At Pivot, our core values guide our work internally and externally:

• Impact We hold ourselves accountable to having a measurable impact on our people, communities, and the planet
• Balance Put family first; work hard/have fun
• Determination Find ways to be successful no matter how difficult the challenge
• Professionalism Impress everyone we touch, be a team player
• Honesty Be truthful and transparent, externally and internally
• Kindness Create an environment where kindness, empathy, and vulnerability are embraced

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice Statement

At Pivot, we are proactively developing and maintaining an inclusive culture, rooted in mutual respect, that supports a workforce of different generations, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, ability statuses, religions, and cultures to work collaboratively together for greater impact. We seek to build a team that invests in relationship building, celebrates each other's successes, and makes space for the unique contributions and working styles people bring into Pivot.

Pivot invests in company-wide trainings, assessments, and programs to advance internal inclusion and equity practices, such as employee allyship building, cross-cultural communications, and equitable hiring and management protocols to increasingly recognize bias and ensure mutual respect and belonging.

EEO Statement

Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes, empowers, and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.

Job Description

Are you a Project Manager with GC looking to jump sides to the development side? PERFECT opportunity for you!

Project Developer – Entertainment & Hospitality Renovations

Location: Chicago, IL

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity:

Are you passionate about making the construction process smooth and hassle-free for clients? Do you excel at anticipating challenges and solving problems before they arise? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a leading design/build construction firm specializing in entertainment and hospitality interior renovation projects.

As a Project Developer, you will have high client visibility and be responsible for managing projects from site identification and due diligence through contract negotiations and preconstruction, collaborating closely with project managers and design teams.

What We Offer:

• Industry-leading performance bonuses
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarships for associates’ children
• Paid sabbaticals and volunteer leave
• 100% charitable match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage due diligence including surveys, asbestos studies, and MEP/structural reviews
• Oversee real estate entitlements, permits, and regulatory documentation
• Liaise with brokers on lease/purchase transactions and landlord work letters
• Serve as the primary client contact during preconstruction
• Advise clients on site layout, building design, and entitlement paths
• Coordinate with attorneys, landowners, and development partners
• Manage budgets and cash flow related to due diligence and design costs
• Prepare and maintain project schedules and preliminary cost estimates
• Develop design alternatives and value engineering solutions
• Oversee engineering studies and communicate findings to the team
• Identify business development opportunities through client relationships and marketing initiatives

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
• 2-4 years of experience in construction project management or MEP design, preferably in restaurant, hospitality, or entertainment-related projects
• Proven track record of managing projects on schedule and within budget
• Professional Engineer (PE) license but not required; support available for EIT licensure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Project and Excel

If you’re ready to take on a role where you can make a real difference in exciting renovation projects and grow within a supportive company culture, we want to hear from you!

Are you a Project Manager with GC looking to jump sides to the development side? PERFECT opportunity for you!

Project Developer - Entertainment & Hospitality Renovations

Location: Chicago, IL

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity:

Are you passionate about making the construction process smooth and hassle-free for clients? Do you excel at anticipating challenges and solving problems before they arise? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a leading design/build construction firm specializing in entertainment and hospitality interior renovation projects.

As a Project Developer, you will have high client visibility and be responsible for managing projects from site identification and due diligence through contract negotiations and preconstruction, collaborating closely with project managers and design teams.

What We Offer:

• Industry-leading performance bonuses
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarships for associates' children
• Paid sabbaticals and volunteer leave
• 100% charitable match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage due diligence including surveys, asbestos studies, and MEP/structural reviews
• Oversee real estate entitlements, permits, and regulatory documentation
• Liaise with brokers on lease/purchase transactions and landlord work letters
• Serve as the primary client contact during preconstruction
• Advise clients on site layout, building design, and entitlement paths
• Coordinate with attorneys, landowners, and development partners
• Manage budgets and cash flow related to due diligence and design costs
• Prepare and maintain project schedules and preliminary cost estimates
• Develop design alternatives and value engineering solutions
• Oversee engineering studies and communicate findings to the team
• Identify business development opportunities through client relationships and marketing initiatives

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in construction project management or MEP design, preferably in restaurant, hospitality, or entertainment-related projects
• Proven track record of managing projects on schedule and within budget
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required; support available for EIT licensure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Project and Excel

If you're ready to take on a role where you can make a real difference in exciting renovation projects and grow within a supportive company culture, we want to hear from you!

• Develop Impacting Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Projects
• Become an active participant in the push towards a clean energy future

• Lead project development of utility scale solar assets from site origination through financial close/start of construction.
• Site and permit facilities on agricultural land.
• Negotiate lease agreements and purchase option agreements
• Manage local community relationships through design and financing to secure additional support as needed for road use agreements, zoning support, and property tax incentives.
• Manage internal and external resources (engineering, finance, legal, environmental, etc) to successfully develop projects.
• Maintain an overview of the relevant business and competitive environment, including regulatory and environmental rules.

• 3+ years of experience in the development of renewable energy projects - preferably thermal, solar, storage, and wind.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Environmental Science or related field
• Impressive track record and experience in development of renewable energy projects
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, multi-task, make decisions, prioritize, and meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills - able to work and communicate effectively with a cross-functional internal team, vendors, consultants, various project stakeholders, authorities having legal control, utilities, state agencies etc.

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Ameresco seeks a Project Developer to lead the development of multimillion-dollar utility projects, part of a portfolio including thermal plants, hydropower plants, fuel cells, geothermal, solar, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies, filters, and prioritizes new opportunities to minimize cost and risk to the group; conducts due diligence, analyzes merits and risks of new opportunities, and prepares presentations to support management approval of proposed transactions.

• Support project development and collaborate on tasks including permitting, regulatory compliance, interconnection, technical solutions, pricing, and scheduling.

• Work with Business Development to foster key relationships and develop opportunities.

• Acts as one of the Project Team's representatives to customers, landowners, officials, and vendors, preparing presentations, updates, and key deliverables.

• Coordinates regular project meetings to share updates, address challenges, and align priorities across multidisciplinary teams; fosters accountability and structure in workflows; ensures diverse subject matter experts contribute effectively.

• Assist with project development tasks, including site layout, interconnection, financial modeling and funding, marketing, execution of key contracts, and completion of required development checklists.

• Monitors fundamental market conditions and drivers impacting the main energy markets as related to Federal customers in North America; gathers intelligence and uses it to inform Team strategy.

• Build constructive and efficient business relationships at all levels and stages of the project. Establish and maintain strong stakeholder relations.

• Carry out additional tasks as necessary, and

• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible business management experience with emphasis in large project development, project finance, utility regulation, or other related real-estate.

• Ability to review confidential US security information.

Additional Qualifications:

• MBA or masters degree, Ability to apply broad business perspectives to project development and daily operations. Ability to understand critical technical specifications. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

• Experience with power plant development and installation is preferred.

• Proven experience with OSHA safety standards, mechanical and electrical systems development, engineering, and project management regulations, practices, and codes.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and foster positive business relationships.

• Strong verbal, written, computer, technical communication and presentation skills.

• Proficient computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Project, Procore.

• Scheduling experience using Microsoft Project schedule, Primavera P-6 preferred.

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Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

All official communications from Ameresco will originate from an @ameresco.com email address. Any correspondence from other domains should be regarded as fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activity to the platform where the issue was encountered. For further inquiries or concerns, please contact us at 1-866-AMERESCO

Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PTAG is a Project Management Advisory & Services firm, which is recognized in the industry by Project & Construction Management Industry think-tanks, innovative service delivery partners and world leading industrial clients. We are looking for a Project Developer to help us expand our presence with our clients in the Power Industry. We seek Project Professionals who will align with our corporate mission, vision & values:

Our mission is to help our clients ensure successful delivery and efficient operation of their major capital projects. Our goal is to employ innovation and strategic thinking by capital project subject matter experts to deliver optimum project results.
PTAG's vision is to help our clients become global leaders in the selection, planning, and execution of their capital and sustaining projects.
Our values include:

• Safety: The safety of our employees, suppliers and clients is our top priority
• Collaboration : Creating true partnerships with our clients and service providers
• Leadership : Improving project performance through the application of best practices
• Accountability : Being accountable to our clients for every aspect of engagement
• Client Satisfaction : Delivering 100% client satisfaction on every project
• Integrity : Open and clear communication in every aspect of our business

• Conduct technical and financial feasibility assessments for new electric transmission and substation projects.
• Develop preliminary project scopes, schedules, budgets, and prioritization strategies to inform go/no-go decisions.
• Identify site constraints, permitting pathways, and regulatory considerations.
• Prepare initial project plans including timelines, resource allocations, and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, environmental, and construction teams to refine project requirements.
• Facilitate communication and alignment among internal departments, external vendors, regulatory agencies, and utility clients.
• Assemble and deliver comprehensive project development packages-including scope documentation, risk assessments, schedule baselines, and cost estimates-for handoff to the execution team.
• Ensure all development activities meet technical, environmental, and compliance standards.
• Track project progress against planning benchmarks and implement adjustments as needed.
• Lead stakeholder meetings and ensure transparent reporting of risks, changes, and performance metrics.
• Support contract administration and oversee vendor coordination throughout the development phase.
• Identify lessons learned and opportunities to enhance project development processes.
• Champion values of safety, accountability, collaboration, and integrity.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in utility or energy project development, preferably within electric transmission or substation environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or related discipline.

• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred
• Proficiency in feasibility analysis, stakeholder engagement, and project planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, SAP)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing consulting firm.
• Engage with industry leaders and participate in high-profile events.
• Develop high-impact marketing content that showcases PTAG's expertise.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

• Develop Impacting Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Projects
• Become an active participant in the push towards a clean energy future

• Lead project development of utility scale solar assets from site origination through financial close/start of construction.
• Site and permit facilities on agricultural land.
• Negotiate lease agreements and purchase option agreements
• Manage local community relationships through design and financing to secure additional support as needed for road use agreements, zoning support, and property tax incentives.
• Manage internal and external resources (engineering, finance, legal, environmental, etc) to successfully develop projects.
• Maintain an overview of the relevant business and competitive environment, including regulatory and environmental rules.

• 2+ years of experience in the development of renewable energy projects - preferably thermal, solar, storage, and wind.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Environmental Science or related field
• Impressive track record and experience in development of renewable energy projects
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, multi-task, make decisions, prioritize, and meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills - able to work and communicate effectively with a cross-functional internal team, vendors, consultants, various project stakeholders, authorities having legal control, utilities, state agencies etc.