Director, Development

• Lead the project development team to achieve goals around solar and storage project development, driving complex deals to closure.
• Manage team members, providing leadership and mentorship in negotiation, analysis, risk assessment, and business development.
• Collaborate with Origination, Policy, Engineering, and Structured Finance teams to execute market strategies and secure project revenue.
• Drive policy and regulation efforts alongside the Policy and Strategy team to execute market-level and legislative priorities.

This role directly advances the transition to sustainable energy by leading the development of utility-scale solar and storage projects, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to a cleaner environment.

• 7+ years of experience in renewable energy project development, with 2+ years developing in liquid markets.
• Demonstrated success in developing renewable energy across the project lifecycle.
• 4-year degree required; MBA or other relevant master’s degree valued.
• Deep understanding of policy, regulatory, and competitive dynamics driving revenue and market access.

Salary range: $180,000 - $230,000 plus bonus and benefits. Benefits include 15 days of Paid Time Off (accrual up to 20 days), 11 observed holidays, 401(k) Match, comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, wellness stipend, family planning stipend, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, phone bill reimbursement, and company swag.

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future by developing, financing, owning, and operating utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country.