Project Development Analyst

Passion. Commitment. Impact.

EDP Renewables North America (EDPR) is an Independent Power Producer at the forefront of the clean energy transition. EDPR is a vertically integrated developer-owner-operator of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery-storage projects across North America. The Company is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and has eight regional offices across the country. EDPR has projects in various stages of development and operations across 32 US states and several sites across Canada & Mexico. The Company has best-in-class industry experts in every domain related to building, constructing, and owning & operating large-scale renewable energy projects. EDPR is an industry leader in all aspects of the business, from implementing cutting-edge technologies in the field to creating and sustaining an award-winning company culture. In keeping with our slogan, “We Choose Earth,” we consider sustainability and resiliency to be crucially important to the electric grid, just as it is to every individual on our winning Team of Teams. Join us!

Role Overview:

Project Development Analyst (DA) supporting the New Development Initiative Team (NDI): This is an exciting entry-level leadership role on the front lines of business development for the Company and at the cutting edge of the renewable energy industry. This is a fast-paced, dynamic position that directly supports the prospecting and development of utility-scale renewable energy projects across the entire country. The DA identifies, cultivates and helps secure land agreements for new projects. This includes brand new business development using state-of-the art technical tools and leveraging best-in-class industry expertise among the various departments in the Company. The role also includes performing rigorous analysis of assets at different stages of development that the Company may consider for acquisition.

On a daily basis, the DA works closely with subject matter experts in every aspect of the utility-scale renewable energy industry. This includes our specialty departments such as Execution Project Management, Engineering, Investments, Legal, Finance, Government Affairs, Community Relations, Data Center Development, etc. The DA is responsible for handling complex tasks and supporting Project Managers on multiple projects and prospects. The DA must be confident in interacting with diverse internal project teams and external landowners, community stakeholders, and public officials. This is a unique early-career position with tremendous opportunity for formal training and on-the-job adventure! We are seeking emerging leaders with a strong desire to put steel in the ground and clean energy on the grid! 

—Cover letters are strongly encouraged— 

Main responsibilities:

• • Support the development of large-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects
  • Coordinate routinely with the EDPR Data Center Team
  • Create and update project maps and databases using GIS tools and other software
  • Represent EDPR in the field, working with Project Managers and landowners to create, negotiate, and amend agreements, options, leases, and land purchase agreements
  • Engage in community outreach and stakeholder management activities
  • Organize and attend educational and networking events
  • Conduct land, market, regulatory, and related project-level research
  • Compile documentation, attend meetings, conduct necessary studies, and perform other tasks as needed to obtain permits at the local, state, and federal level
  • Assist with efforts to secure critical transmission and interconnection contracts from utilities and transmission providers
  • Prepare proposals that are submitted to power purchasers including utilities, community choice aggregators, and commercial & industrial customers
  • Support internal reporting and project tracking efforts
  • Additional duties as required

Employment type

Fulltime/Hybrid Schedule

Work site

Houston, Texas

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Energy, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Communications, Public Affairs or a related field
• 1 – 3 years of progressively responsible project management experience in energy or a related industry
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office software (particularly Teams & Excel)
• Basic knowledge of Arc GIS; Advanced experience preferred
• Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise (Preferred)
• Valid driver’s license required

Travel:

up to 50%. Driver's license required.

Behavioral Requirements:

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to work productively with limited supervision
• Strong interest in environmental issues and renewable energy
• Ability and willingness to travel and work overtime as needed
• Familiarity with wind, solar & battery storage project development preferred
• Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, & productivity
• Exhibit behaviors consistent with strong leadership, professionalism and accountability

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
• Speech/Reading:  Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal, diagram, or scheduled form
• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary