Development Project Manager

 
Blue Sky Utility, in partnership with Nofar USA, is a leading renewable energy developer specializing in solar and battery energy storage systems. Together, we are accelerating the clean energy transition by developing, financing, and operating innovative distributed and utility-scale energy solutions across the United States. Our mission is to power communities and businesses with sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective clean energy. 

Position Summary 
The Project Development Manager is responsible for advancing projects from the Ready-to-Build (RTB) stage through Notice to Proceed (NTP) and ultimately to Commercial Operation Date (COD). This role is central to ensuring project success by coordinating across internal and external stakeholders—including engineering, finance, legal, EPC, landowners, local authorities, utilities, and lenders—to keep projects on track and aligned with company objectives. 

The ideal candidate is an experienced project professional with a strong understanding of renewable energy development and a proven ability to manage complex, multi-phase projects. This position requires exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills and offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the success of Blue Sky Utility and Nofar USA’s growing U.S. portfolio. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Manage all aspects of project development from RTB through NTP and COD. 

• Coordinate closely with internal teams including engineering, finance, construction, and legal to ensure milestone alignment and timely project progression. 

• Lead permitting, interconnection, and environmental review processes with utilities and local jurisdictions. 

• Oversee due diligence, title review, and zoning compliance activities. 

• Facilitate engagement with lenders, consultants, and other third-party stakeholders to secure necessary approvals and project financing. 

• Manage relationships with landowners, municipalities, and permitting authorities throughout the development lifecycle. 

• Track project risks, critical paths, and interdependencies, proactively resolving issues to maintain schedule and budget integrity. 

• Support and improve internal processes for development execution, reporting, and project handoffs. 

• Collaborate with the EPC team to ensure smooth transition from development to construction. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field. 
• Minimum 5 years of experience in renewable energy project development, including solar and/or battery storage projects. 
• Deep understanding of land development, permitting, utility interconnection, and project finance processes. 
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset. 
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment; must be located within commuting distance to Fort Lauderdale, FL. 

What we can offer you:

• An Incredible Team, a Big Mission Work alongside smart, passionate people who are genuinely driven to build a cleaner energy future. We move fast, collaborate deeply, and celebrate wins together.
• Competitive Pay that Reflects Your Expertise We value the experience you bring. The base salary range for this role is $90,000-110,000, with bonus potential. Compensation decisions are based on a thoughtful review of your background, skills, certifications, and the impact you’ll bring to our growing business.
• Benefits that Start on Day One Your health and financial well-being matter to us. That’s why we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, short-term disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a generous 6% company match — all available to you starting your first day.
• Real Work-Life Balance We believe great work happens when people feel supported, energized, and trusted. Our hybrid schedule gives you the structure to collaborate in person and the space to focus and recharge.
• A Culture That Walks the Talk We’re building a company where everyone belongs. Inclusion isn’t a checkbox — it’s woven into how we hire, grow, and work every day.