Job Description

SUMMARY

The Development Manager position is responsible for identification, assessment and execution of potential strategic partnerships, acquisitions and development by the company. The Development Manager reports to the Head of Development or other senior management personnel that the company may designate. This position may also require travel at least 50% of the time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with Senior Management to identify opportunities for developing Utility Scale Solar, Energy Storage, and Distributed Generation projects throughout North America;
• Manage interconnection process, land acquisitions, project permitting, and applications;
• Be technically astute with the full life cycle of Utility Solar development, engineering, and construction;
• Acquire and maintain information on market, industry, economic, consumer, and competitive conditions and trends;
• Engage in industry groups to identify new market solutions;
• Work closely with all members of the Development team in the execution of business development projects;
• Establish new opportunities including but not limited to generate new development opportunities for the company;
• Understand land use ordinances and applicable State & Federal regulations;
• Prepare presentations for management and headquarters on project opportunities, project status and fiscal requirements;
• Participates in or leads due diligence of projects, as appropriate; and
• All other duties as assigned by the Head of Development.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a business, engineering, finance related fields
• 5+ years of renewable energy project development based in North America, working on behalf of the owner/developer
• A proven track record, “deal sheet” of projects that you have brought to the table and are now operational
• Successful lead developer for multiple projects over 50MW
• Solid understanding of energy markets
• Experience on land development/entitlement, permitting and interconnection
• Effective computer skills including GIS, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Excellent preparation and presentation skills
• Willing to travel at least 50% of the time
• A valid driving license and passport

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Company Description

The company brings a decade of global leadership in solar PV to deliver utility-scale power generation plants customized for local energy markets. HQC US offers the full spectrum of PV solutions – from the core technology of cells and modules to large-scale project development and investment. With proven capabilities across the solar value chain, HQC US minimizes uncertainty and risk, and helps customers achieve a higher return on their investment in solar energy.