Director, Project Development (NY)

About the role:

BlueWave has an immediate opening for a Director of Project Development based in New York, with the ability to travel throughout the state as needed. This role reports to the Vice President of Project Development and is responsible for leading the development of a portfolio of solar and energy storage projects from origination through construction readiness.

This is an opportunity to join an established, high-performing team that has been leading the market in innovation and high-quality project execution for over a decade. The Director will play a critical role in advancing projects through the development lifecycle, driving project value, and ensuring projects are positioned for successful financing and construction.

Success in this role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, a solid understanding of the renewable energy development process, attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

What you'll do:

• Lead development of a portfolio of solar and energy storage projects across the New York market from origination through construction readiness
• Serve as the primary decision maker and project lead for assigned projects, advancing them through the development lifecycle
• Drive project value creation while ensuring projects progress on schedule toward construction readiness
• Oversee project budgets and development schedules to ensure efficient deployment of capital
• Present project-level investment recommendations and budget requests to internal Investment Committee meetings
• Represent BlueWave and project interests at local public hearings, community meetings, and regulatory proceedings
• Monitor market, regulatory, and policy developments affecting the viability and competitiveness of BlueWave’s solar and storage pipeline in New York
• Develop expertise in dual-use community solar project development, supporting BlueWave’s leadership in agrivoltaics and land stewardship
• Support the evaluation and execution of project acquisition and/or sale opportunities
• Lead post-Origination real estate negotiations with landowners and project stakeholders
• Manage relationships with external consultants and technical partners to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables across development scopes
• Utilize BlueWave’s project management, document control, and MIS tools to track and report on project progress
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including Grid Integration, Legal, Engineering, Execution, and Policy & Government Affairs to advance project milestones
• Represent BlueWave at regional industry association meetings and stakeholder forums
• Supervise and mentor Analysts and/or Associates supporting development activities within your portfolio

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required (engineering, environmental studies, planning, real estate, or related field preferred); MBA or advanced degree a plus
• 8-10+ years of experience in renewable energy project development, preferably within the New York market
• Demonstrated understanding of the New York renewable energy development landscape, including permitting, policy, and market structures
• Experience navigating local community dynamics, including working with municipalities, landowners, and project stakeholders
• Experience negotiating real estate agreements for energy projects
• Technical understanding of solar and/or energy storage project development
• Familiarity with New York State regulatory frameworks, revenue mechanisms, and contract structures supporting solar and storage projects
• Strong ability to clearly articulate project development plans and value propositions to internal investment decision makers
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

Compensation will be influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, job-related knowledge, skills, education, certifications, and relevant experience as outlined in the job description above.

Benefits:

At BlueWave, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our benefits include subsidized medical coverage and 100% company-paid dental and vision, along with HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options.

In addition, employees have access to voluntary benefits such as supplemental life, critical illness, and accident insurance, as well as 100% company-paid basic life/AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage. We also offer cell phone reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Time-off benefits include unlimited PTO, 15 paid holidays, Summer Fridays, and dedicated volunteer days, supporting flexibility, rest, and time to give back.

EEO Statement:

BlueWave is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment is critical to our identity and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicap (disability), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, military status or obligation, or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

BlueWave’s People Team manages all recruitment and hiring activities at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes will only be accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if there is a signed agreement in place AND if the People Team has authorized external recruiting assistance for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of BlueWave. BlueWave is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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