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 >>What You Need to Know About Solar Sales Representative or Assessor Occupation Description Contact new or existing customers to determine their solar equipment needs, suggest systems or equipment, or estimate costs. What Do Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors Do On a Daily Basis? • Demonstrate use of solar and related equipment to customers or dealers. • Prepare proposals, quotes, contracts, or presentations for potential solar customers. • Prepare or review detailed design drawings, specifications, or lists related to solar installations. • Provide customers with information, such as quotes, orders, sales, shipping, warranties, credit, funding options, incentives, or tax rebates. • Gather information from prospective customers to identify their solar energy needs. • Provide technical information about solar power, solar systems, equipment, and services to potential customers or dealers. Skills Needed to be a Solar Sales Representative or Assessor When polled, Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors say the following skills are most frequently used in their jobs: Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively. Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people. Persuasion: Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Job Outlook for Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors In the United States, there were 343,600 jobs for Solar Sales Representative or Assessor in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 5.2% which is below the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 17,700 new jobs for Solar Sales Representative or Assessor by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 37,000 job openings in this field each year. The states with the most job growth for Solar Sales Representative or Assessor are Nevada, Utah, and Washington. Watch out if you plan on working in Maine, Delaware, or West Virginia. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession. Solar Sales Representative or Assessor Average Salary Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors make between $39,960 and $156,630 a year. Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors who work in Wyoming, Delaware, or Maryland, make the highest salaries. What Tools & Technology do Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors Use? Below is a list of the types of tools and technologies that Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors may use on a daily basis: • Microsoft Excel • Microsoft Word • Microsoft Office • Microsoft PowerPoint • Microsoft Outlook • Microsoft Project • Autodesk AutoCAD • Salesforce software • Trimble SketchUp Pro • Customer relationship management CRM software How do I Become a Solar Sales Representative or Assessor? What education is needed to be a Solar Sales Representative or Assessor?
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Washington, WV, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 279,447 solar professionals nationwide, with a significant presence in states like California and Texas. In Washington, WV, the average wage for solar professionals is approximately $624.63 per week, with experienced workers earning up to $933.02 per week. Trade schools, industry associations, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and significant growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding industry.
