Development Strategy Associate
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Identify and evaluate sites for distributed generation and energy storage projects based on zoning, utility availability, and environmental constraints. Lead negotiations for land agreements including leases, options, easements, and purchase agreements while conducting site-level diligence on compliance and encumbrances. Manage land development workstreams from site control through construction readiness, coordinating surveys, environmental studies, and engineering assessments to maintain schedules. Secure land rights, coordinate title reviews, and develop mitigation strategies for title defects or zoning conflicts. Partner with Development, Engineering, and Legal teams to ensure land activities align with technical feasibility and project milestones. Maintain organized documentation to support project gating decisions and investment approvals.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in real estate, business, engineering, planning, or a related field
- 5–10+ years of experience in land acquisition, land development, or real estate development
- Solid understanding of land diligence, title, zoning, and development feasibility
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage land workstreams from site identification through execution
- Strong negotiation, organization, and stakeholder‐management skills
- Comfortable operating as an independent contributor in a fast‐paced, entrepreneurial environment
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting infrastructure, energy, utility, or industrial development projects
- power generation, BESS, or utility infrastructure experience
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