Career Opportunities: PROJECT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - WIND (1983)

Location

USA, REMOTE

Mission

At Zelestra, we are on a mission to change the world by making decarbonization a reality for our partners. As a client-focused, multi-technology, global renewable energy company, we work tirelessly to do things right, to push ourselves and our clients further, and to get the results that matter.

With a key emphasis on innovation and collaboration, Zelestra is committed to helping customers, communities, and stakeholders through tailored solutions, local employment, and strong sustainability.

With more than two decades of experience working in 13 countries, Zelestra is a trusted partner with proven capabilities in providing efficient, competitive, carbon-free solutions. With a portfolio of 20 GW of carbon-free projects across 13 countries, Zelestra is a vertically integrated company specializing in developing, constructing, commercializing, and operating large-scale renewable energy projects.

Zelestra is made up of 800+ professionals globally. It is backed by EQT, one of the largest fund managers in the world, with $232B in assets under management.

Job Overview

Zelestra is seeking a skilled Project Development Manager to lead key projects and support our growing U.S. clean energy portfolio, including wind, solar, and storage.  You’ll be apart of a newly formed early stage development team contributing to the growth of our clean energy portfolio through Greenfielding and project acquisition.

Industry: Renewable Energy, Wind Energy, Project Management
Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

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If you’re passionate about driving renewable energy projects forward and have the skills to lead wind energy development, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join Zelestra and help us build a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Legal, Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in renewable energy project development, with a proven track record of successfully advancing wind energy projects to Notice to Proceed (NTP).
• Experience in utility-scale solar project development is also welcome and will be considered.
• Strong market knowledge, due diligence capabilities, and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated success working across real estate, permitting, interconnection, power marketing, and EPC activities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and due diligence teams throughout all project phases.
• Skilled in financial modeling and project economics.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent relationship management skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Open to traveling up to 30% based on project requirements, typically ranging from 3 days per week to 2 weeks per month.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, budgeting, and execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects, with support from cross-functional subject matter experts.
• Manage site selection and land acquisition, securing interconnection agreements and ensuring alignment with permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee project design and engineering, guiding technical development to meet both performance and compliance standards.
• Direct stakeholder engagement, including outreach to local, state, and federal agencies, as well as landowners and community members.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets and schedules, providing key economic inputs for financial modeling and investment decisions.
• Coordinate internal and external resources across all project phases—real estate, permitting, interconnection, transmission, marketing, EPC contracting, and financing.
• Collaborate closely with the Project Finance team to align deal structure, tax strategy, and financial assumptions with underwriting requirements.
• Monitor and analyze U.S. market trends and policy developments to identify risks and opportunities, advising on their strategic implications.
• Ensure effective communication with all project stakeholders, fostering alignment and addressing concerns to support smooth project progression.
• Drive late-stage project readiness, ensuring all commercial, technical, and financial elements are in place for successful execution and financing.

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• Reports To: Director of Strategic Development

Apply Today!

If you’re passionate about driving renewable energy projects forward and have the skills to lead wind energy development, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join Zelestra and help us build a cleaner, more sustainable future.

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