Renewable Energy Developer - ERCOT
United States
Commercial – Development /
Full-time, remote /
Remote
Location & Team Gatherings
Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.
We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.
About This Role
As part of Intersect’s East Development team, you’ll take ownership of project budgets, schedules, and economics while guiding projects through the full development cycle. You’ll manage cross-functional workstreams partnering with subject matter experts in land, interconnection, finance, origination, and engineering to ensure projects maintain value and stay on track. Your work will include greenfield land campaigns, investment and offtake coordination, financial modeling, and key transaction support. This role combines strategic insight with detailed execution, giving you direct impact on the success of renewable projects in ERCOT and SPP.
Team Overview
The East Development team of ~14 people rolls into the Head of East Development and drives projects primarily in ERCOT and SPP. Our portfolio spans solar (PV), storage (BESS), wind, and load, covering the full development cycle from early-stage strategy to the start of construction. The team’s core focus is on project management maintaining schedule, budget, and economic value while working hand-in-hand with internal experts across all major functions. Joining this team means contributing to the advancement of diverse clean energy projects and developing expertise in multiple technologies and markets.
What You’ll Do
Guide Project Economics & Strategy
• Maintain ownership of project budgets, schedules, and economics throughout the development cycle
• Build and refine financial models to evaluate risks, opportunities, and transactions
• Structure analyses and presentations for senior management and capital deployment committees
Lead Development in SPP & ERCOT
• Direct greenfield land campaign strategy in SPP, working closely with Land Acquisition
• Manage interconnection study processes, timelines, and utility relationships
• Assess transmission service availability, basis, and curtailment impacts
Manage Partnerships & Transactions
• Coordinate with Origination & Trading and Business Development on pricing, investment, and offtake relationships
• Lead counterparty relationships and contract negotiations with utilities, tax consultants, land agents, and attorneys
• Support investment decisions by preparing clear, data-backed recommendations
Strengthen Development Tools & Processes
• Manage interdisciplinary project teams across wind, solar, and load projects
• Improve development workflows, reporting, and standard operating procedures
• Deliver concise project reports and recommendations for executive-level decision-making
What You’ll Bring
• A bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of renewable project development, project finance, or acquisition experience
• Expertise in financial modeling with Excel or other advanced modeling tools
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship management skills
• Experience with finance, power marketing, or interconnection processes is preferred
• MBA a plus, but not required
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to balance strategy and execution in a fast-moving environment
Total Rewards
At Intersect, we care about your well-being, growth, and balance. Here’s how we support you:
Compensation: USD$125,000 - $135,000 base salary plus 30% annual target bonus
Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot
Mental health: Free access to Ginger coaching and counseling, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation
Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, pet insurance allowance, and full home office setup
Ready to help advance renewable energy projects across ERCOT and SPP? Apply now and grow your career while accelerating the clean energy transition.
