Director of Development
piper maddoxChicago, IL
$220,000 - $240,000
APPLYDirector of Development Location: Chicago / San Diego
Salary: $220,000 - $240,000 + bonus
Piper Maddox are exclusively partnered with one of the fastest growing independent power producer's in the US. This organization have a diverse portfolio of both thermal and renewable assets making they a industry leader during a time where power demand is at an all time high. This role will sit in their New Technology Power Generation group to lead, development, and optimization of next-generation power generation systems. This is cutting edge technology that is designed to provide power at scale and speed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead development of utility-scale power generation systems, including design, permitting, interconnection, and construction execution
- Manage joint venture partner relationships for hybrid facility development
- Support financing and commercialization efforts, including technical diligence, investor data rooms, and contract negotiations
- Partner with commercial teams on PPA negotiations
- Perform economic modeling (CapEx, OpEx, ROI, lifecycle costs)
- Coordinate site assessments, permitting, and regulatory/utility interconnection approvals
Requirements:
- 7+ years in utility-scale power generation installation/construction/commissioning, including 3+ years with advanced generation technologies (fuel cells, linear generators, or combustion turbines)
- Strong knowledge of thermal generation, power electronics, grid interconnection, and balance-of-plant systems
- Experience managing permitting/interconnection processes and large-scale subcontractors
- Familiarity with industry codes (NEC, NFPA, ASME)
Ideally overseen the development of utility scale power projects (thermal or BESS) across the US.
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