Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp! This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world. What we're looking for: Nexamp is seeking a Solar Project Developer to generate a development pipeline and lead the development of a range of distributed solar and energy storage projects within the Mid-Atlantic region. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project/land development, with 5+ years of solar and energy storage or comparable industry experience. You will be hybrid out of our Washington, DC office and will report to the Vice President, Business Development. What you'll do: • Originate and develop distributed solar and energy storage projects, simultaneously managing site origination, permitting, interconnection, tax negotiation, revenue contracting, title review, and other development activities. • Develop sales presentations, proposals, and other materials as needed to support project development efforts. • Negotiate complex contracts with private, commercial, and municipal counterparties. • Manage long-term relationships with property owners, energy users, and other project stakeholders. • Communicate effectively with project stakeholders and community members to facilitate project permitting and other initiatives. • Foster support from state, county, and local governments, community groups, and project abutters. • Manage external consultants as needed in conjunction with project permitting activities. • Maintain development schedule and budget to ensure timely and cost-effective solutions. • Support internal finance, engineering, and construction teams to facilitate successful project financing and construction. • Up to 60% travel is required; some evening and weekend work required. What you'll bring: • 5+ years of solar and storage or comparable industry experience in a business development role, with a successful track record in project/land development and stakeholder management. • Proven experience bringing projects from site origination through the various stages of project development to shovel-ready status. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent. • Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today. • Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization. • Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality. • Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions. • Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry. • Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions. If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please apply. At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change. You'll love working here because: Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more! Compensation The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $120,000 - $130,000. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual bonus programs based on individual and company performance, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in the Company's stock option plan. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location. Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We want to inform third-party recruiters, staffing firms, and related agencies that Nexamp does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from these entities if a signed agreement is in place and the People team explicitly authorizes external recruiting assistance for a specific position. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of Nexamp. We want to emphasize that Nexamp is not liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.
See More Details >>This role is based in Arlington, VA. On-site presence is required. PJM Experience is required About the Company Join a leading independent power producer at the forefront of renewable energy development. With a footprint across Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Kentucky, our client develops, constructs, and operates utility-scale solar energy projects. As a subsidiary of a publicly traded Israeli clean energy firm with over 1GW commissioned and a 7GW pipeline globally, the company is shaping the future of sustainable power in the U.S. and beyond. The Role: Senior Manager – Solar Project Development The Senior Manager – Solar Project Development position is based in our Arlington, VA headquarters or can be hybrid if located in regions aligned to Energix solar projects (VA, WV, PA, KY, OH). In this role, you will manage the development of a portfolio of solar energy projects in the US. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of the solar industry and solar project development, from local permitting through to construction. A key requirement is a track record of bringing solar projects from origination, through development, to NTP. A broad understanding of county zoning and solar energy is a necessity and at the Sr Manager level, significant solar project development experience is required. In this role, you will lead community and stakeholder relationships throughout the development process, and you'll marshal our internal teams at every stage to successfully get your projects across the finish line. Unlike many solar developers, Energix has all functions in-house, from Interconnect, GIS, Real Estate, Law and Environmental to EPC and O&M. You should be able to quickly discern local zoning/ordnance requirements, the path to permit approval, stakeholder management and risks/opportunities. In addition to organization, project management and development skills, the ideal candidate effectively communicates with internal and external stakeholders, presenting coherent arguments using facts and fact-based opinions following detailed research and analysis. You will be a resource to less-experienced developers and can assist the company with acquisition (M&A) of additional solar projects. Responsibilities • Research all required permits for selected sites, coordinate with local consultants and attorneys to prepare and submit permit applications and other filings. • Represent the company at permitting hearings, including providing expert witness testimonies when necessary. • Build positive stakeholder relationships with state & county officials, local residents, and industry groups to bolster support for project permitting efforts. • Provide 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/budget. • Frequent travel to meet with customers and key stakeholders to develop relationships and shape successful outcomes for the projects. • Develop and execute project marketing strategy in close collaboration with our External Affairs Team • Provide project budget, progress and timeline updates to management • Oversee project consultants: environmental, engineering, transmission, etc. Minimum Qualifications • 5+ years of project development experience; direct utility-scale wind, BESS or solar development experience strongly preferred • Experience with county and state permitting processes • Strong work ethic and ability to productively take ownership of projects while communicating collaboratively throughout the project’s life cycle • Possess subject matter expertise in a business function related to the development process. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong negotiation and presentation skills. • Undergraduate degree in development-related field with a strong academic record • Ability to create forms, letters and fundamental spreadsheets using MS Word and Excel, create presentations in Power Point and perform internet-based research. • Self-motivated with ability to work in a team and independently. • Safe driving record, valid driver’s license. • Must be able to walk over undeveloped land unassisted, travel unassisted and work at a computer for long periods of time. • Ability to work evenings to attend meetings and community events. • 30-50% travel in region will be required during business hours in support of the position responsibilities.
See More Details >>This role is based in Arlington, VA. On-site presence is required. About the Company Join a leading independent power producer at the forefront of renewable energy development. With a footprint across Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Kentucky, our client develops, constructs, and operates utility-scale solar energy projects. As a subsidiary of a publicly traded Israeli clean energy firm with over 1GW commissioned and a 7GW pipeline globally, the company is shaping the future of sustainable power in the U.S. and beyond. We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Development to lead utility-scale solar project development across the PJM region (VA, WV, PA, KY, OH). This role is critical to the client's U.S. expansion and is responsible for managing a team of project developers while coordinating zoning, permitting, and stakeholder engagement from site acquisition through NTP. This position requires an experienced developer who can drive execution, manage regulatory risk, and work cross-functionally across departments to advance a complex project pipeline. The role is based in Arlington, VA and requires full on-site presence. Principal Duties & Responsibilities: • Strategic Oversight - Lead the development strategy and execution for utility-scale solar projects from site acquisition through NTP across multiple U.S. markets, focusing on zoning, permitting, community engagement, and project readiness. • Team Leadership - Manage, mentor, and grow a team of project developers. Set performance goals, standardize development processes, and ensure alignment with corporate objectives and timelines. • Stakeholder Management - Serve as the senior representative with local and state officials, permitting agencies, landowners, and community organizations. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to support project advancement. • Permitting & Regulatory Navigation - Oversee all permitting strategy and execution at the county and state level, including public presentations and expert testimony where required. • Interdepartmental Leadership - Coordinate closely with internal Legal, Interconnection, GIS, Real Estate, Environmental, EPC, External Affairs, and Finance teams to ensure seamless project progression. • Risk Management - Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation plans. Track and report on key project metrics, timelines, and budgets to executive leadership. • M&A & Pipeline Expansion - Support project acquisition efforts, including due diligence and integration of acquired assets into the pipeline. • Executive Reporting - Provide regular project pipeline updates, budget forecasts, and progress reports to the executive team. Qualifications & Skills: • 8-10+ years of experience in renewable energy development, with a strong focus on utility-scale solar. • Proven track record of taking projects from origination to NTP, preferably in PJM or similar regulatory environments. • Prior team leadership or senior management experience in development. • Expertise in county zoning, permitting strategy, and stakeholder engagement. • Strong financial and commercial acumen, including familiarity with development-stage budgets and capital planning. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and public speaking skills. • Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree in business, policy, environmental studies, or related field preferred.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Arlington, VA typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. solar industry employed 279,447 workers in 2023, with projections indicating a 104% growth by 2032. Apprentices in Arlington earn an average of $694.70 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,000 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
