Project Developer

Location: Richland, WashingtonType: ContractJob #7984 Overview: ACS Professional Staffing is looking for an employee to work on-site with our client. This Project Developer 2 will oversee the development and execution of diverse projects focused on non-nuclear, carbon-free generation, energy storage, and geothermal initiatives. This position will provide innovative resource solutions tailored to public power utilities, steering project plans from initial feasibility studies through to construction completion. Projects range widely in scope, with development and construction budgets spanning from a few million dollars for smaller renewable initiatives to several hundred million for substantial conventional projects. This full-time position is located in Richland, WA. Pay range: $66.82 - $75.24 Benefits:Sick Leave: One hour of paid sick leave for every 40-hours worked (sick leave can be used after 90-days of employment)EAP: Employee Assistance ProgramBenefit Options: Medical, HSA, Group Life/AD&D, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, Voluntary Accident, 401k (eligible after one year and 1,000 hours worked - employer match up to 4%)Other benefits include the following: Calm App, Access Perks Responsibilities:Project Management for all phases of development for new applied technology and power management projects, including identifying needs and opportunities; preparation of proposals and term sheets; formation and leadership of project teams; hiring and managing of outside technical and environmental consultants; preparation of project development and business plans, strategic plans and budgets, including project pro-formas; identification and development of project sites; obtainment of management, board and regulatory approvals; management of the procurement of major equipment and construction services; arrangement of project financing; coordination with Operations and Maintenance (O&M)/Professional Services for operating cost projections and project transition plans and checklists; and arranging for construction management services.Negotiate term sheets, PPA's and other development agreements with business sector manager support.Provide direction and oversight of administrative and technical support assigned to projects.Develop and maintain industry liaisons and current expertise for assigned power supply technologies, including attendance and/or participation on industry committees and forums, review of technical journals and periodicals and completion of selected training classes and seminars. Requirements:A bachelor's degree from accredited college or university and 8 years of progressively responsible exempt or professional level experience in an electric public utility or equivalent environment (such as government agency or private or public utility related organization).OR an associate degree from an accredited college or university and 10 years of progressively responsible exempt or professional level experience in an electric public utility or equivalent environment (such as government agency or private or public utility related organization).OR a high school diploma or GED and 12 years of progressively responsible exempt or professional level experience in an electric public utility or equivalent environment (such as government agency or private or public utility related organization).Must have a working knowledge of various power supply technologies, as well as a general familiarity with related federal and state environmental regulations, policies, and permitting processes.Required are well-developed management skills, including strong t To view the full job description,