Associate - Development, Distributed Generation

Position Summary Crow Holdings Renewables is seeking an Associate – Development, Distributed Generation. Illinois-based candidates are preferred, though qualified candidates in other states will be considered. The Associate will take the lead on permitting, interconnection, and related development activities for distributed generation solar and energy storage projects, primarily in Illinois, and may contribute to projects in other target markets. This position will execute project-level development schedules, contribute to market strategy, independently manage assigned workflows, and collaborate with senior team members on significant commercial and project decisions. Primary Responsibilities Lead day-to-day development of assigned projects, coordinating with real estate, permitting, interconnection, engineering, construction, legal, finance, and operations teams to achieve key milestonesManage utility interconnection applications and studies, including milestones, deliverables, deadlines, fees, deposits, and upgrade requirementsManage local, regional, and state permitting processes by coordinating consultants, preparing application materials, facilitating public meetings, and tracking approvals and permit conditionsMaintain project schedules, development budgets, risk registers, and action items from early development through NTP or project saleCultivate positive relationships with landowners, utilities, municipalities, project neighbors, and other key stakeholdersMonitor legislation, regulations, incentive programs, and other market developments affecting assigned projectsPrepare project budgets, expense requests, and related materials for internal review and approvalRepresent CHR at industry events, conferences, community meetings, and other stakeholder engagements Desired Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degreeMinimum of two years of experience in community-scale or utility-scale solar or energy storage development, with responsibility for advancing projects through key milestonesExperience advancing at least one project to NTP, portfolio sale, or a comparable late-stage milestone strongly preferredFamiliarity with Illinois community solar programs, permitting, and utility interconnection processes strongly preferredExperience managing project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and development trackersAbility to interpret zoning ordinances, utility requirements, technical reports, contracts, and permit conditionsExperience coordinating external consultants, including civil engineers, environmental consultants, land-use counsel, and interconnection specialistsAbility to work independently, communicate proactively, and collaborate effectively in a fully remote environmentStrong problem-solving skills, including the ability to resolve complex issues and recognize when escalation or collaboration is appropriateExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and consensus among diverse stakeholdersProficiency with Microsoft Office and project-management software; experience with Smartsheet or similar platforms preferredAbility and willingness to travel to project sites, municipal and community meetings, and utility meetings Click Here to Apply