Economic Development Manager – Senior

Duke Energy Corporation

. Recruit new electrically profitable industrial and commercial load to Duke Energy’s service footprint .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeGreensboro • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in economic development project management, client relationship building, and strategic planning to stimulate business growth. Proficient in utilizing data and marketing materials to support economic initiatives and maintain competitive positioning in the energy sector.

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Economic Development Project ManagementClient Relationship BuildingStrategic PlanningUnderstanding of Energy IndustryProficiency with Mapping Programs

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData AnalysisSite AnalysisBusiness DevelopmentEconomic Development ProgramsCustomer InterfaceReal Estate DevelopmentGeneral ConstructionProject FinanceMicrosoft Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsNetworkingCreative Problem-SolvingHuman Relations Skills

Tools & Technologies

CRM SoftwareMapping Programs

Industry Keywords

Economic DevelopmentUtility SectorPower DeliveryRate SchedulesBusiness GrowthTrade Ally NetworkSite ReadinessCommunity Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Recruit new electrically profitable industrial and commercial load to Duke Energy’s service footprint
Manage economic development leads and projects across the assigned region
Develop working relationships with state, regional, and local economic development organizations
Oversee project activity, resources, negotiations, and closure packages
Work with the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina and other economic development organizations
Build a trade ally network through targeted economic development support organizations
Conduct business development activities, including product/site development and site analysis for communities and state representatives
Provide data, information, and marketing materials to partners
Conduct client visits within the service area
Implement strategies to stimulate economic growth and the vitality of the Carolinas
Own new and expansion business leads through project commitment
Communicate with internal and external networks, site selection consultants, customers, prospects, and trade shows
Maintain accurate project tracking in CRM
Provide input for leadership decision-making and strategic planning
Promote Duke Energy’s economic development programs, including Site Readiness
Represent Duke Energy in economic development activities
Support communities and states in attracting business growth
Provide expertise on Duke Energy’s distribution and transmission system, rate schedules, and product offerings
Use creative problem-solving and incentives to maintain Duke Energy’s competitive position
Meet with clients to determine service needs and provide timely information
Maintain business contacts among Duke Energy entities in support of the Code of Conduct
Evaluate contributions to partner organizations as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Business or another related degree (Economic Development Manager)
Minimum five years of related experience (Economic Development Manager)
Alternatively, an associate degree and minimum seven years of related experience (Economic Development Manager)
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Business or an adjacent field (Senior Economic Development Manager)
Minimum eight years of related experience (Senior Economic Development Manager)
Alternatively, an associate degree and minimum eleven years of related experience (Senior Economic Development Manager)
Previous customer interface experience preferred
Understanding of the energy industry, preferably in utility-sector areas such as rates, power delivery, or customer service
Experience in general construction, real estate development, or project finance preferred
Proficiency with mapping programs preferred
Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management
Ability to manage internal and external relationships, networking, and benchmarking
Demonstrated communication skills, including written documents, proposals, and presentations
Effective interpersonal and human relations skills
Economic development project management experience preferred
Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office applications preferred
Experience with a large multifunctional business unit preferred
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Field employees must live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location
Travel requirement of 25–50%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and benefits
Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work