Nava Talent is hiring a Utility Scale Solar Wind Energy Specialist in St. Louis, MO. The role involves managing the development lifecycle of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects, coordinating land acquisition, and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in renewable energy project development and knowledge of relevant policies and market dynamics. This is a full-time position. Nava Talent is seeking a highly skilled Utility Scale Solar Wind Energy Specialist to join our team. As a Utility Scale Solar Wind Energy Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the development lifecycle of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects. Key Responsibilities: • Manage the development lifecycle for utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects, ensuring successful advancement to commercial operation. • Coordinate land acquisition efforts, including lease and purchase negotiations with landowners. • Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks associated with project development. • Engage with stakeholders, including landowners, community members, policymakers, and regulatory agencies, to build project support. Qualifications: • 3+ years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy project development. • Strong understanding of land acquisition, interconnection, permitting, and stakeholder engagement. • Familiarity with renewable energy policies, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
See More Details >>Nava Talent is hiring a Renewable Energy Development Executive in St. Louis, MO. The role involves managing the development lifecycle of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects, collaborating with various teams, and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in renewable energy project development, knowledge of land acquisition, permitting, and regulatory frameworks, and the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking an experienced Renewable Energy Development Executive to join our team at Nava Talent. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects. About the Position: • Manage the development lifecycle for utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects, ensuring successful advancement to commercial operation. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, legal, and construction, to optimize project feasibility and economics. • Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks associated with project development. • Engage with stakeholders, including landowners, community members, policymakers, and regulatory agencies, to build project support. Requirements: • 3+ years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy project development. • Strong understanding of land acquisition, interconnection, permitting, and stakeholder engagement. • Familiarity with renewable energy policies, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
See More Details >>Ameren is seeking a Renewable Development leader in St. Louis, MO, to oversee greenfield renewable generation projects. Responsibilities include land acquisition, permit procurement, project evaluations, and regulatory filings. The role supports Ameren Missouri's transition to renewable energy solutions, ensuring compliance and strategic partnerships. Ameren values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage, pension plans, and paid leave. About Us Ameren is a leader in the energy industry, and our transformation toward more clean, renewable energy is also transforming other industries and infrastructure in our communities. As a regional company serving local customers, we not only serve our communities, we're a part of them. This isn't just a job. At Ameren, we invest in you, so you can power the quality of life you want. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is one of the core values that guides us in everything we do. We are committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that brings diverse perspectives to every area of our business. Our benefits include: • Medical coverage on date of hire • 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan • 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire • Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays • Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees. About Ameren Missouri Ameren Missouri has been providing electric and gas service for more than 100 years, and our electric rates are among the lowest in the nation. Ameren Missouri's mission is to power the quality of life for our 1.2 million electric and 132,000 natural gas customers in central and eastern Missouri. Our service area covers 64 counties and more than 500 communities including the greater St. Louis area. About The Position This position leads greenfield renewable generation projects through the development life cycle, supporting Ameren Missouri's generation portfolio transition to utility-scale and customer renewable energy solutions. Responsibilities Include: • Support activities for greenfield renewable project development to implement the long-term strategic goals related to Ameren's generation transformation. • Identify, evaluate, and acquire optimal land/real estate rights for renewable development, communicating plans to local county and city authorities, landowners, economic development entities along with performing diligence on potential properties for purchase or lease. • Obtain all local and environmental permits including negotiation of decommissioning plans, Chapter 100 tax agreements, special use permits and road use agreements. • Complete request for proposal evaluations, market assessments, project evaluations, and fatal flaw identification for new greenfield solar developments. • Support and assist local, state, and federal regulatory filings teams for wind and solar projects, specifically lead Missouri Public Service Commission certificate of convenience and necessity filings. • Support and develop internal business case justifications, economic evaluation, and regulatory filings with the Missouri Public Service Commission / other regulatory commissions. • Evaluate and support transmission and distribution interconnection processes to secure optimized interconnection queue positions and filings. • Partner with the renewable construction group to negotiate and create strategic partnerships with engineering, procurement, and construction firms, ensure optimized design and engineering review to develop, construct and operate renewable assets reliably. • Acquire and maintain information on market, industry, economic, consumer, and competitive conditions and trends; 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 on project opportunities, project status and project cost requirements for Ameren Board of Directors approvals. • Work closely with the project management team in the construction of renewable energy projects to ensure successful handoff from development to construction management team. • Coordinate with strategy, development, and project management groups to maximize project value and minimize risk. • Assist in project budgeting and design. • Develop and produce internal and external communications and presentation. • Coordinate internal alignment with various teams across Ameren including Renewable Business Development, Customer Operations, Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Communications, Regulatory, Transmission, Distribution, Legal, Environmental, Tax, Credit, and Real Estate to execute Ameren Missouri's generation transition strategy. Qualifications Renewable Development Specialist Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required, preferably in engineering, finance, economics or business. *Two or more of relevant professional energy experience required (relevant experience e.g. wind and solar project development, contracting and negotiations, industrial project management, industrial construction management, construction or utility project engineering/design, project controls, project finance, etc.). Willingness/ability to travel regionally in the Midwest is required. Renewable Development Manager Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required, preferably in engineering, finance, economics or business. Five or more of relevant professional energy experience required (relevant experience e.g. wind and solar project development, contracting and negotiations, industrial project management, industrial construction management, construction or utility project engineering/design, etc.). Willingness/ability to travel regionally in the Midwest is required. Senior Renewable Development Manager Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required, preferably in engineering, finance, economics or business. Seven or more of relevant professional energy experience required (relevant experience e.g. wind and solar project development, contracting and negotiations, industrial project management, industrial construction management, construction or utility project engineering/design, etc.). Willingness/ability to travel regionally in the Midwest is required. • Career level will be determined by individual applicant qualifications. In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate: Working knowledge of the utility industry, MISO, real estate development, power project engineering, Ameren policies, procedures and regulatory matters. Must be capable of leading prospect development through complex negotiations, for handoff to construction and project management teams. Must have or develop trust among state and local authorities in order to lead renewable development projects in Missouri, Illinois and surrounding states on behalf of Ameren Missouri and mobilizing appropriate Ameren resources and following policies resulting in new renewable energy asset growth. Business management skills including budget preparation, project management, strategy development and time management skills. Have or Develop technical knowledge of the full life cycle of renewable development, engineering, and construction. Excellent project management skills required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Proven ability to build and lead effective teams. Basic understanding of regulatory functions required. Compensation Range: $82,400.00 - $168,000.00 • This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant’s credentials. At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance. If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date: Monday April 14, 2025 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in St. Louis, MO, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, which blend practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector employs approximately 6,500 workers nationwide, with a significant presence in St. Louis, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in St. Louis earn an average of $1,567 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $5,400 annually. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training help aspiring wind energy technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
