Director / Senior Director, Development – East
TRS Staffing Solutions, New York, NY, United States
Director / Senior Director, Development – East (Natural Gas)
Location:
Eastern United States (East Coast preferred) Position Type:
Direct Hire Industry:
Energy Infrastructure / Natural Gas Power
About the Opportunity Our client, a growing energy infrastructure developer, is seeking a
Director or Senior Director of Development
to lead natural gas‑based power and infrastructure development across the
Eastern United States .
This is a
high‑impact, first‑in‑region hire
responsible for building and leading the East Coast development platform. The role offers full ownership of projects from
origination through financing close and handoff to construction , with the opportunity to build a team as the platform grows.
This opportunity is ideal for a senior development professional with
deep natural gas experience , strong
East Coast market relationships , and a track record of delivering complex projects through
Final Notice to Proceed (FNTP) .
Key Responsibilities
Lead the full lifecycle development of large‑scale natural gas power and related infrastructure projects, including early‑stage origination through financing and construction handoff
Serve as the senior development lead for the
East Coast region
Identify, originate, and advance new project opportunities and greenfield sites
Manage land acquisition, permitting, entitlements, interconnection, and utility coordination
Lead negotiations for key commercial and development agreements
Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, utilities, regulators, municipalities, and community stakeholders
Coordinate with internal and external partners to advance projects to FNTP
Oversee project budgets, schedules, and development forecasts
Play a role in early business development and market strategy for the region
Support future team growth and regional expansion
Required Qualifications Natural gas development experience is essential.
Candidates must have direct experience in one or more of the following:
Natural gas marketing and pipeline development
Natural gas power plant development
Additional requirements:
Successfully completed
at least three (3) projects
from origination through
Final Notice to Proceed (FNTP)
4+ years of direct project development experience
10+ years of overall professional experience
in energy or infrastructure
Demonstrated tenure, including
3+ years at least one company
within the last three roles
Strong knowledge of permitting, land acquisition, utilities, and power markets
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing
gas‑powered data centers
or data‑center‑adjacent infrastructure
Established relationships within East Coast power markets, utilities, or regulatory agencies
Familiarity with interconnection processes and regional power markets
Location & Travel
Candidates must be
based in the Eastern U.S.
or have strong personal/professional ties to the East Coast and be willing to relocate
Up to
25% travel , primarily within the Eastern U.S.
Compensation
Highly competitive base salary , with flexibility for top‑tier talent
Target compensation may reach
$200,000+ base
depending on experience and level
Additional incentives available based on role scope and performance
Why Consider This Role?
First development leader for the East Coast region
High visibility and ownership across the full project lifecycle
Opportunity to shape regional strategy and build a long‑term platform
Entrepreneurial environment with strong growth potential
TRS Staffing Solutions are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome you to provide OFCCP data voluntarily here.
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Eastern United States (East Coast preferred) Position Type:
Direct Hire Industry:
Energy Infrastructure / Natural Gas Power
About the Opportunity Our client, a growing energy infrastructure developer, is seeking a
Director or Senior Director of Development
to lead natural gas‑based power and infrastructure development across the
Eastern United States .
This is a
high‑impact, first‑in‑region hire
responsible for building and leading the East Coast development platform. The role offers full ownership of projects from
origination through financing close and handoff to construction , with the opportunity to build a team as the platform grows.
This opportunity is ideal for a senior development professional with
deep natural gas experience , strong
East Coast market relationships , and a track record of delivering complex projects through
Final Notice to Proceed (FNTP) .
Key Responsibilities
Lead the full lifecycle development of large‑scale natural gas power and related infrastructure projects, including early‑stage origination through financing and construction handoff
Serve as the senior development lead for the
East Coast region
Identify, originate, and advance new project opportunities and greenfield sites
Manage land acquisition, permitting, entitlements, interconnection, and utility coordination
Lead negotiations for key commercial and development agreements
Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, utilities, regulators, municipalities, and community stakeholders
Coordinate with internal and external partners to advance projects to FNTP
Oversee project budgets, schedules, and development forecasts
Play a role in early business development and market strategy for the region
Support future team growth and regional expansion
Required Qualifications Natural gas development experience is essential.
Candidates must have direct experience in one or more of the following:
Natural gas marketing and pipeline development
Natural gas power plant development
Additional requirements:
Successfully completed
at least three (3) projects
from origination through
Final Notice to Proceed (FNTP)
4+ years of direct project development experience
10+ years of overall professional experience
in energy or infrastructure
Demonstrated tenure, including
3+ years at least one company
within the last three roles
Strong knowledge of permitting, land acquisition, utilities, and power markets
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing
gas‑powered data centers
or data‑center‑adjacent infrastructure
Established relationships within East Coast power markets, utilities, or regulatory agencies
Familiarity with interconnection processes and regional power markets
Location & Travel
Candidates must be
based in the Eastern U.S.
or have strong personal/professional ties to the East Coast and be willing to relocate
Up to
25% travel , primarily within the Eastern U.S.
Compensation
Highly competitive base salary , with flexibility for top‑tier talent
Target compensation may reach
$200,000+ base
depending on experience and level
Additional incentives available based on role scope and performance
Why Consider This Role?
First development leader for the East Coast region
High visibility and ownership across the full project lifecycle
Opportunity to shape regional strategy and build a long‑term platform
Entrepreneurial environment with strong growth potential
TRS Staffing Solutions are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome you to provide OFCCP data voluntarily here.
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