Development Director

Ranger Power ("Ranger") is a renewable energy development company, headquartered in Chicago, IL. Ranger develops utility-scale solar, wind and battery storage projects around the United States.

Ranger Power is an equal opportunity employer. Read our community impact statement here .

DESCRIPTION

Ranger Power is seeking a Development Director to join its development team. As part of a small and dynamic development team, developers are expected to manage varying responsibilities as projects progress through the development process. The Development Director will play a crucial role in owning priority projects, providing strategic leadership, and managing developers to meet their goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Development: Drive all aspects of early, mid, and late-stage project development, including site acquisition, landowner relations, permitting, community relations, and coordination with interconnection and business development teams.
• Project Management: Coordinate and collaborate with internal resources and third-party consultants to ensure project tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Leadership and Management: Manage and direct developers of varying career levels to support project development across the Ranger portfolio.
• Manage Multiple Tasks Simultaneously: Develop and manage several projects at various stages of development, under tight deadlines and according to specific business plans.
• Prepare Quality Work Product: Prepare project documents, real estate agreements, reports, presentations, and other work product timely, completely and accurately.
• Organization and Data Management: Organize, store, and transmit project information effectively using internal and external data management policies.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience with at least 5 years of utility-scale solar development experience with a proven track record of well-developed projects
• Experience in managing people and leading teams to reach established goals
• Project management, organizational, leadership, and analytical problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team and take the initiative to follow up as needed
• Ethical, professional, and respectful workplace manner
• Up to 70% domestic travel
• Experience with geospatial tools, including ArcGIS and Google Earth

This is a full-time position located in Chicago, IL. The salary range for this role is 140k – 199k based on experience. This salary range includes several career levels and will be narrowed during the interview process based on the candidate’s education, experience, and qualifications.

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