Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
Buffalo Solar thrives on teamwork and collaboration. Our success is built on the collective expertise and dedication of our team members, who rise and fall together. We tackle challenges head-on and ensure no challenge goes unsolved. If you are passionate about contributing to and collaborating with a team of experts, Buffalo Solar is the place for you.
As a Project Developer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our sales team across budgetary, financial, regulatory, and technical aspects of project development. You will be instrumental in advancing the clean energy revolution by driving the development of solar energy projects from conception to completion. This dynamic role requires a blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and strong communication skills, as you will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
If you have a proven track record with the following requirements and can guide our team with your knowledge, we would love for you to meet our team:
Knowledge of Site origination, site control and PPA negotiation, project permitting, utility interconnection, securing state level solar incentives, reap grants, and tax agreement negotiation
Able to assist in identifying potential sites for solar projects through market analysis and site evaluation
Ability to conduct feasibility studies, including site assessments, resource analysis, and preliminary design evaluations
Ability to secure land rights and negotiate lease agreements with landowners
Ability to support the permitting process by advising on documentation, applications, and submissions required for regulatory approvals
Ability to collaborate with Regulatory Specialists to ensure compliance with environmental, zoning, and permitting requirements guiding the Project Manager
Able to assist in financial modeling and analysis to evaluate project economics, including cost estimation, revenue forecasts, and return on investment calculations
Able to support in securing financing options by preparing financial reports and assisting in negotiations with investors or financial institutions
Able to review and assist in the preparation of contracts and agreements related to project development
Ability to craft a compelling value proposition that reflects avoided cost, load profile, applicable tariffs, and layered revenue streams
Able to help identify the PPA offtakers and negotiate the PPA with local utilities and corporate buyers
Able to foster support from state, county and local governments, community groups, and utilities
Ability to develop sales presentations, proposals, and other materials as needed to support project development efforts
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, business administration, or a related field with a strong electrical background
Minimum 5 years of experience in project development, preferably in the renewable energy sector
Strong understanding of solar energy technology, project financing, and permitting processes
Experience in commercial and industrial Solar projects is required with demonstration of full life cycle project experience from concept to performance
A clear set of completed solar projects that have been screened, audited, designed, installed, interconnected and commissioned with Permission to Operate
High proficiency in MS Office programs with ability to adapt to new software (ZOHO)
Familiarity with regulatory processes, permitting requirements, and environmental compliance in the renewable energy sector
Excellent communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders, present findings, and collaborate effectively and positively within a team
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
NABCEP Certification Additional experience related to O&M on projects
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship