Lead Project Manager Development - Late Stage

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals.

About the role

In this role, you will lead development projects from beginning to end, overseeing cross-functional teams across the NextEra Energy Resources organization. You will work with leadership within Development to drive origination and business development efforts that directly impact NextEra Energy’s bottom line. This role focuses on developing renewable projects located in Oklahoma and Texas.

You will present projects and updates to Development leadership and collaborate daily with subject matter experts as a dynamic team project leader. Travel (~50%) across sites is required to gain expertise in the regional energy market, projects, and local communities. The role is based in Juno Beach, FL.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the day-to-day transaction process to ensure timely completion as well as a cost-effective and competitive result
• Leads and coordinates key functions such as financial feasibility analyses, engineering/design, project legal review, permitting activities, and financial negotiations
• Coordinates due diligence activities with other internal groups to ensure proper analysis and structuring of assigned projects
• Acts as liaison between internal and external specialists regarding procurement, contracting, permitting, and interconnection
• Constructs contractual arrangements for project development
• Negotiates agreements with consultants and subcontractors
• Ensures compliance with applicable technical and regulatory requirements
• Fosters external relationships with customers, third parties, and members of the community
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing renewable asset business opportunities
• Experience leading projects involving land acquisition, permitting, zoning, environmental studies, and interconnection evaluations
• Experience with project valuations, commercial agreements, and tax abatements
• Experience leading cross-functional teams
• Experience with project management principles and process design
• Proficiency with corporate finance principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Comfort with community engagement
• Prior energy experience, an MBA, or a relevant graduate degree

Benefits

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support employees and their eligible family members. Learn more.