[Remote] Manager of Solar Project Development

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Energix North America is a fast-growing company focused on solar energy projects in the US. The Manager of Solar Project Development will oversee the development of a portfolio of solar energy projects, managing community relationships and internal teams from project origination to construction.ResponsibilitiesResearch all required permits for selected sites, coordinate with local consultants and attorneys to prepare and submit permit applications and other filingsRepresent the company at permitting hearings, including providing expert witness testimonies when necessaryBuild positive stakeholder relationships with state & county officials, local residents, and industry groups to bolster support for project permitting effortsProvide clear guidance to the early-stage Origination teams on specific County Ordinances, local sentiment and permitting process risks/opportunities. Serve as internal/external Project Champion from Origination through Construction (EPC)Interface with Energix internal Development, Engineering, Environmental, Legal, Project Finance, EPC, and executive team to keep projects moving forward, manage the resources required, identify and mitigate risks and manage schedule/budgetFrequent travel to meet with customers and key stakeholders to develop relationships and shape successful outcomes for the projectsDevelop and execute project marketing strategy in close collaboration with our External Affairs TeamProvide project budget, progress and timeline updates to managementOversee project consultants: environmental, engineering, transmission, etcSkills5+ years of project development experience; direct utility-scale wind, BESS or solar development experience strongly preferredExperience with county and state permitting processesStrong work ethic and ability to productively take ownership of projects while communicating collaboratively throughout the project's life cyclePossess subject matter expertise in a business function related to the development processExcellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong negotiation and presentation skillsUndergraduate degree in development-related field with a strong academic recordAbility to create forms, letters and fundamental spreadsheets using MS Word and Excel, create presentations in Power Point and perform internet-based researchSelf-motivated with ability to work in a team and independentlySafe driving record, valid driver's licenseMust be able to walk over undeveloped land unassisted, travel unassisted and work at a computer for long periods of timeAbility to work evenings to attend meetings and community events30-50% travel in region will be required during business hours in support of the position responsibilitiesCompany OverviewEnergix is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, and is the subsidiary of an Israeli publicly traded renewable energy company (TASE:ENRG). It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.energixrenewables.com.