Director of Development - Future Opportunities

Join Zelestra: Powering a Carbon-Free Future

At Zelestra, we are on a mission to change the world by making decarbonization a reality for our partners. As a client-focused, multi-technology, global renewable energy company, we work tirelessly to do things right, to push ourselves and our clients further, and to get the results that matter. With a key emphasis on innovation and collaboration, Zelestra is committed to helping customers, communities, and stakeholders through tailored solutions, local employment, and strong sustainability.

Position Snapshot

Industry:  Utility-Scale Renewable Energy  
Location: U.S. 
Job Type: Remote l Full-Time | Permanent 
Role Reports To: VP of Development 

Position Summary

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, environmental studies, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of renewable energy project development experience, with a proven track record advancing multiple projects to NTP or COD.
• Strong leadership and team management experience, with success mentoring and growing development teams.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience managing community relations and addressing permitting challenges.
• Financial acumen, with ability to structure and evaluate project economics and risks.
• Highly organized, adaptive, and effective in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%, as needed.

Position Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project developers and associates.
• Align team priorities with Zelestra’s Corporate and U.S. Business Unit goals.
• Provide executive-level updates on progress, risks, and mitigation plans.

Project Development Execution

• Oversee utility-scale solar, wind, and storage development from early stage through construction readiness.
• Manage land, permitting, environmental studies, interconnection, and site control.
• Build relationships with utilities, landowners, communities, and key stakeholders to reduce development risk.

Commercial & Strategic Alignment

• Partner with Finance, Legal, and Engineering on project design, commercial terms, and financing needs.
• Manage budgets, schedules, KPIs, and documentation controls.
• Monitor market, policy, queue reform, and transmission trends to support portfolio strategy.

Benefits

Pay will vary depending on job-related factors, such as the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Zelestra offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Retirement savings benefits