VP, Development

UGE

. Oversee the Development Department and lead Project Developers, Interconnection Specialist, and Project Development Managers .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading development teams and managing solar and energy storage projects from inception to Notice to Proceed (NTP), with a strong focus on budgeting, strategic planning, and risk management. Proficient in project development processes, including financing diligence and M&A integration, while ensuring effective communication and collaboration across departments.

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Project Development LeadershipBudget ManagementM&A Project AcquisitionAnalytical SkillsRemote Team Management

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Hard Skills

Project Development ProcessesFinancial ModelingBudgetingSite ControlUtility InterconnectionPermittingFinancing DiligenceIRR AnalysisProject ManagementAdaptability

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizationPrioritizationIntegrity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree (Preferred)Engineering Degree (Strongly Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Solar ProjectsEnergy StorageNTPM&ADG-Scale ProjectsRemote Team ManagementDevelopment PipelineConstruction DebtTax Equity ClosingFinancing Diligence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the Development Department and lead Project Developers, Interconnection Specialist, and Project Development Managers
Advance UGE's solar and energy storage projects to Notice to Proceed (NTP)
Supervise project development, including team resourcing and hiring, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning
Report to the Chief Operating Officer on departmental progress, performance, and key milestones
Provide development expertise and guidance and resolve development issues efficiently and cost-effectively
Set the team's roadmap aligned with company strategy and lead budget and workforce planning
Identify project development opportunities and risks and implement strategies to manage them
Manage development budgets and schedules
Drive the development pipeline and newly acquired M&A projects to NTP, ensuring construction debt and tax equity closing requirements are met
Manage a semi-remote team
Collaborate with the Director of M&A on diligence and integration of acquired projects
Monitor and report development status, NTP forecasts, resource needs, budgets, risks, and opportunities
Drive external parties to complete development and financing diligence scopes
Troubleshoot and resolve challenges on individual projects
Coordinate with engineering, deployment, project finance, and M&A functions throughout the development lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience leading high-performing development teams with multiple direct reports and a meaningful volume of NTPs/closed financings
Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred
Engineering degree or related field strongly preferred
Commitment to working with integrity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent analytical skills, including familiarity with financial models, IRRs, budgets, and basic accounting
Deep experience with project development processes, including site control, utility/interconnection, curative title, permitting, and financing diligence
Experience with buy-side M&A project acquisitions and leading projects through financing diligence and closings
Understanding of costs and timelines associated with DG-scale solar/storage projects
Project management, organization, prioritization, problem-solving, and adaptability skills
10+ years of relevant experience in a similar role
Experience working with and managing remote employees
Ability to work from the New York City or Denver office four days per week and work from home one day per week, or willingness to relocate; relocation assistance is not provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive and thoughtfully structured compensation package, including a strong base salary that reflects your experience and the impact you bring to the role
Fully paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) with employer match
Generous time off
Collaborative, mission-driven team
Equal opportunity and inclusive work environment