Application Guide

How to Apply for Development Manager

at TeraWatt Infrastructure

🏢 About TeraWatt Infrastructure

TeraWatt Infrastructure is at the forefront of scaling EV charging solutions for fleet electrification, directly combating carbon emissions. The company's focus on building large-scale charging centers from the ground up offers a unique opportunity to work on impactful, high-visibility projects in the rapidly growing clean energy sector.

About This Role

As a Development Manager, you will lead the entire lifecycle of Terawatt Charging Centers, from site due diligence through construction support. Your work will directly enable fleet electrification at scale, making a tangible impact on reducing transportation emissions. You'll own financial models and present to executive leadership, shaping strategic decisions.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a site visit to assess due diligence progress, followed by a meeting with the finance team to refine project pro formas. Afternoon could involve negotiating with local authorities on permit conditions and wrapping up with a cross-functional check-in on pre-construction milestones. You'll constantly balance strategic planning with hands-on problem-solving.

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🎯 Who TeraWatt Infrastructure Is Looking For

  • A seasoned real estate developer with 7+ years of experience, specifically in ground-up development and entitlement processes, ideally in the energy or infrastructure sector.
  • Financially savvy, with a strong command of financial modeling for development projects, capable of iterating assumptions and presenting clear memorandums to executives.
  • A collaborative leader who thrives in cross-functional environments, coordinating with internal teams (Real Estate, Energy, Finance, Legal) and external stakeholders (contractors, consultants, local authorities).
  • Passionate about clean energy and fleet electrification, with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget.

📝 Tips for Applying to TeraWatt Infrastructure

1

Highlight specific ground-up development projects you've led, especially those involving entitlements and permitting in challenging jurisdictions.

2

Quantify your financial modeling experience: mention the size of budgets you've managed and the types of models you've built (e.g., discounted cash flow, IRR).

3

Emphasize any experience with EV charging infrastructure, fleet logistics, or energy projects, as TeraWatt is a specialized player.

4

Showcase your ability to manage multiple stakeholders by describing a complex project where you coordinated internal teams and external partners.

5

Tailor your resume to include keywords from the job description like 'due diligence', 'entitlement', 'pre-construction', and 'financial modeling'.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for reducing carbon emissions through fleet electrification and how this role aligns with your career goals.', "Specific examples of ground-up development projects you've successfully delivered, particularly those with complex entitlement processes.", 'Your proficiency in financial modeling for development projects, with an example of how your analysis influenced a key decision.', 'Your collaborative approach, referencing experience working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to overcome challenges.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read TeraWatt's case studies or press releases about their charging centers to understand their project scale and approach.
  • → Research the competitive landscape for fleet EV charging and TeraWatt's unique value proposition.
  • → Understand the regulatory environment for EV infrastructure in the states where TeraWatt operates (e.g., California, Texas).
  • → Look into TeraWatt's leadership team and their backgrounds to align your experience with their vision.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you navigated a difficult entitlement process. What was the outcome?
2 How do you approach financial modeling for a new development project? Walk us through your process.
3 Tell us about a project where you had to manage conflicting priorities between internal teams and external partners.
4 What experience do you have with EV charging infrastructure or fleet electrification?
5 How do you ensure projects stay on schedule and on budget, especially during pre-construction?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Sending a generic application without referencing TeraWatt's mission or specific projects.
  • Overlooking the financial modeling requirement; be prepared to discuss your models in detail.
  • Failing to demonstrate cross-functional collaboration experience, which is critical for this role.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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