Director of Renewable Energy Development - ERCOT/SPP
Title : Director of Development ERCOT / SPP
About Granite Source Power
Granite Source Power (GSP) was founded in 2022 to develop standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) and solar + BESS projects.
GSP currently has a growing pipeline of more than 4.5 GW of projects across multiple RTOs and states and is backed by a $40M investment from New Energy Capital.
GSP is differentiated from other developers by its best-in-class in-house siting platform, owner-operator mindset, as well as its no egos collaborative team culture.
GSP’s core values are integrity and honesty. We create long-lasting relationships based on those principles and seek out partners, including employees and investors, whose ethics, approach, and goals align with ours.
Opportunity Overview
GSP is seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial individual looking to make an impact at a small, nimble company. We make informed decisions quickly, maintain a flexible strategy to seize unique opportunities when and where they arise, and provide our employees with meaningful upside in the value we create.
GSP’s Director of Development ERCOT / SPP will oversee all aspects of project development in ERCOT and SPP markets within GSP and serve as our boots-on-the-ground developer in the region.
As an early member of a lean team, the Director will play a critical role in shaping GSP’s strategy and approach to development, as well as advance development on GSP’s projects in the region.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Act as on-the ground developer for standalone battery energy storage and solar projects in Texas (primarily), Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri
- Collaborate with Head of Siting and Strategy to identify market conditions and key drivers of site economics to inform GIS siting platform and project siting preferences
- Work with Head of Interconnection and Transmission to identify viable project locations and evaluate specific sites for deliverability, potential network upgrades, and LMPs
- Proactively remain informed on key market and competitive landscape developments, including through attendance at conferences and webinars, membership in working groups, and informal networking
- Complete desktop and in-person reviews of potential sites for feasibility
- Originate project sites through direct outreach to landowners, as well by developing and managing engagements with other site origination partners
- Maintain close relationships with key local stakeholders, including landowners, neighbors, community leaders, and town and county officials
- Travel to project sites as needed to advance development, including meeting with county or local officials, meeting with landowners, accompanying consultants to site or meetings, etc.
- Develop and manage network of consultants to support development, including environmental surveys, local / state / federal permitting, real estate and title work, engineering and design, interconnection, and offtake
- Work with CFO to support project sales, including identifying and connecting with potential project buyers, communicating key upcoming milestones that could drive project sale timing, and supporting project due diligence and negotiations
Desired Qualifications
- 5+ years of renewable energy or battery energy storage development in ERCOT and / or SPP
- Understanding of project development processes, including key value drivers, common project risks, and available risk mitigants
- Ability to communicate honestly and build relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including landowners, local authorities, and community members who may be opposed to projects
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite Excel, Powerpoint, Project and Word
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Location
The ideal candidate for this role will be located in Texas or Oklahoma to facilitate frequent travel to project sites and a connection to local communities in the region.
GSP is headquartered in Portsmouth, NH but is a remote-first company.
Compensation and Benefits
GSP offers competitive compensation, including a base salary and upside participation through cash bonuses and / or equity.
GSP offers competitive benefits, including health / dental / vision insurance and unlimited PTO.
Granite Source Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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