What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Project Developer position at GRID Alternatives?
The Opportunity
This position is based in Caguas, Puerto Rico. Manage all aspects of the photovoltaic project cycle for small commercial projects in Puerto Rico. This may include oversight and management of contractors and subcontractors, competitive bid processes, budgets and timelines, permitting, scheduling, identifying and addressing enabling upgrades, and supporting complementary initiatives like energy audits and electrification and workforce programs. The Project Developer works directly with project beneficiaries, contractors and subcontractors, partners, PV designers, and other GRID employees to ensure small commercial solar projects are developed and ready for solar installation and in compliance with program requirements.
Seeking an experienced solar professional to develop and manage a pipeline of small commercial solar projects GRID Alternatives in Puerto Rico. The bi-lingual candidate must have superior communication and interpersonal skills and must be committed to the GRID Alternatives mission to serve low-income communities and while creating a successful transition to clean, renewable energy that includes everyone.
Job duties :
- Develop small commercial photovoltaic projects in Puerto Rico, including continuing to develop projects already identified
- Work collaboratively with beneficiaries, partners, contractors and subcontractors, and GRID staff to prepare projects for solar installation
- Perform site visits to gather site specific information
- Identify, recommend and manage project needs for enabling upgrade funding to ensure sites are solar ready
- Manage competitive bid processes for solar installation companies and other vendors including working with PV Designers, sending out Request for Quotes, and making recommendations to Program staff
- Develop project proposals and manage relationships with key stakeholders including nonprofit organizations, government agencies, solar industry companies, and utilities
- Ensure permits, contracts, incentive paperwork, invoices, and interconnection agreements are completed on time
- Monitor and manage progress through a Salesforce CRM database and other project management software programs
- Work with partners to ensure beneficiaries receive education sessions about solar and energy efficiency
- Maintain comprehensive records of project development activities and identify opportunities for process improvement and best practices to enhance overall project quality
- Foster open and effective communication between all project stakeholders
- Other job duties as assigned
What you need to bring to this role...
It would be great if you also had...
Where you will sit and the places you may go…
Looking for this position to start February 2025, this position will be located in Caguas, Puerto Rico. This position will require significant travel to project sites within Puerto Rico. This position may require up to 10% out-of-town travel to GRID’s regional offices and special projects such as company-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required.
GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and / or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Lets Talk Money!
This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary pay commensurate with experience within the pay band ($55,000-$65,000 annually) , plus comparable benefits below.
How we take care of you...
Medical, Dental, Vision / Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
