Pivot Energy · 7 hours ago
Project Developer
Denver, Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expPivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects. The Developer, Project Development, will support site diligence and project development efforts, manage third-party contractors, and create permitting documents for solar projects.
EnergySustainabilityRenewable EnergyEnvironmental ConsultingSolar
Responsibilities
Meet with landowners, manage lease terms, and amend leases for solar development
Manage and lead the creation and submission of permitting documents for energy/industrial facility development, expansion, and maintenance, with a focus on local permitting
Organize and maintain files, budgets, and project records using Pivot’s internal processes, databases, and project management software
Manage third-party consultants and contractors to complete required diligence items related to a portfolio of projects
Manage and work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments
Attend community events to discuss solar with stakeholders; periodically participate in local policy working groups to ensure market success
Complete title curative items for project finance requirements, in collaboration with the legal team
Prepare project deliverables for and work closely with Pivot’s Structured Finance team to ensure qualifying projects are ready for financial closings
Evaluate the viability of sites through site visits, desktop diligence review, local permitting process analysis, and review of various site conditions (i.e., environmental, geo-tech, topo, grid compatibility, etc.)
As needed, assist the Director or VP of Project Development with other tasks related to project development activities
Travel up to 25% of the time, make own travel arrangements, and be self-reliant
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3+ years of experience in renewable energy development, or comparable professional experience
Excellent communication and public relations skills, and a positive attitude to enhance the company's reputation through interpersonal interactions
Comfort speaking in public while presenting Pivot project concepts to recommending and decision-making bodies
Preferred
Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and who is not afraid to ask questions and take on tasks outside of their comfort zone
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage complex evaluation processes for a significant number of sites to inform sound project siting and related project decision-making
Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts within and outside of Pivot
Experience with federal, state, and local permitting, in particular with the preparation of applications and documents related to the development of renewable energy projects
Ability to anticipate project requirements and address long-lead time items to limit schedule slip
Understanding of real estate title, LLCs, tax maps, deeds, and parcel identification
Strong computer skills in all basic programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, and ARC GIS are preferred
Valid driver's license and ability to drive to sites and permitting authorities
Benefits
Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company
Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations
Company paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage
Generous parental leave
401(k) matching
Home Office set up stipend for new employees
Public transit reimbursement
PTO for volunteering in the community
Charitable donation matching up to $500/year
Professional development and educational reimbursements
Company
Pivot Energy
Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.17BKey Investors
HASIFirst Citizens BankFundamental Renewables
2025-12-17Debt Financing· $225M
2024-11-21Private Equity
2024-11-21Debt Financing· $450M
Leadership Team
Brett Labadie
Chief Financial Officer
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2025-12-22
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