Permitting Project Manager

$80,000 - $120,000/Yr

Greenkey Solar - Portland, OR

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Portland, OR

About the position

The Permitting Project Manager at GreenKey Solar plays a crucial role in driving the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects. This position involves managing the permitting process from initial feasibility evaluations to obtaining full land-use permits, while collaborating with various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The role emphasizes accountability, creativity, and problem-solving in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the development team and external consultants to manage land use permitting from feasibility evaluation to notice to proceed.
• Independently manage projects through local permitting processes, coordinating with attorneys, engineers, and environmental specialists.
• Build strong relationships with government bodies, community groups, and other stakeholders to secure project approvals.
• Coordinate sub-consultants, track regulations, and assist with permitting applications, ensuring attention to detail and creative solutions.
• Travel approximately 25% of the time to meet with local officials, attend public hearings, and engage with landowners.

Requirements

• Degree in business, finance, real estate, urban and regional planning, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience permitting large-scale renewable energy projects.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and a self-starter attitude, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in environmental permitting and urban planning.
• Familiarity with renewable energy regulations and policies.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, plus bonus potential.
• Company-paid medical insurance.
• Retirement match.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Paid time off.