Detroit - Senior Project Developer (Renewables)

About Our Client

A leading renewable energy developer specializing in wind, solar, and battery storage projects. The company focuses on project origination, development, acquisition, and commercialization across North America, leveraging its expertise in engineering, permitting, and financing to drive growth in the clean energy sector.

Job Description

• Project Execution & Leadership - Manage a portfolio of renewable energy wind projects, ensuring timely development while mitigating risks and maintaining budgets.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Lead negotiations with landowners, regulatory agencies, utilities, and investors to facilitate project approvals and agreements.
• Team & Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with internal teams (engineering, legal, finance) to advance projects and support business growth.
• Business Development & Commercialization - Identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities, oversee due diligence, and contribute to pipeline growth.
• Reporting & Compliance - Ensure accurate project tracking, reporting, and internal approvals in alignment with company strategies.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of renewable energy development experience, preferably in wind projects.
• Strong knowledge of project development processes, permitting, interconnection, and financial analysis.
• Proven track record of leading projects from early development to financial close (NTP/COD).
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 50% within the U.S. and Canada as required.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary of $130k-$160k
• Annual bonus of 30-40%
• Comprehensive health care benefits
• Generous PTO policy
• Remote work in Michigan