Application Guide
How to Apply for Director of Development
at Enlight Renewable Energy
🏢 About Enlight Renewable Energy
Enlight Renewable Energy is a global leader in scaling solar, wind, and energy storage projects, with a strong track record of delivering utility-scale renewable energy solutions. The company's mission to drive a sustainable future, combined with its international presence and focus on innovation, makes it an exciting place for professionals passionate about making a tangible impact on climate change.
About This Role
As Director of Development, you will lead the entire lifecycle of renewable energy projects in the US market, from greenfield identification to Notice to Proceed for construction. This role is pivotal in driving Enlight's growth by managing project schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams to secure PPAs, interconnection, permits, and site control. Your leadership will directly influence the company's ability to scale its renewable energy portfolio.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve reviewing project timelines and budgets, leading a call with a third-party consultant on permitting progress, and negotiating a land lease term sheet. You could also meet with the engineering team to align on design milestones and present a project update to executive leadership. The role requires balancing strategic planning with hands-on problem-solving to keep multiple projects on track.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Enlight Renewable Energy Is Looking For
- A seasoned renewable energy developer with at least 8 years of experience leading utility-scale solar and storage projects from greenfield through Ready to Finance, including at least 3 years in the US market.
- Proven project management expertise, with a track record of managing complex schedules, budgets, and third-party consultants to deliver milestones for PPA, interconnection, permitting, and real estate.
- Strong negotiator with experience in high-value contract negotiations, including PPAs, land leases, and interconnection agreements, and the ability to manage cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, business, finance, economics, or related field; advanced degree or PMP certification is a plus.
📝 Tips for Applying to Enlight Renewable Energy
Highlight specific utility-scale solar and storage projects you have led from greenfield to Ready to Finance, including details on capacity, timeline, and key milestones achieved.
Demonstrate your experience in the US market by naming specific states or regions where you have successfully navigated interconnection, permitting, and PPA processes.
Quantify your achievements, such as the total MW of projects developed, budget sizes managed, or value of contracts negotiated, to showcase your impact.
Tailor your resume to emphasize cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management, as the role requires coordinating internal teams and external consultants.
Research Enlight's current US project pipeline and mention how your experience aligns with their portfolio, showing you understand their strategic focus.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Emphasize your hands-on experience taking utility-scale solar and storage projects from greenfield to construction, with specific examples of overcoming challenges in the US market.', 'Showcase your ability to manage complex development budgets and schedules, and how you have successfully coordinated with third-party consultants and regulatory bodies.', 'Highlight your negotiation skills in securing PPAs, interconnection agreements, or land deals, and how these contributed to project financial close.', "Express enthusiasm for Enlight's global mission and your desire to contribute to their US expansion, connecting your experience to their growth strategy."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review Enlight's current project portfolio and pipeline in the US, including any recent announcements or partnerships, to understand their strategic focus.
- → Study the company's global track record and how they approach project development in different markets, especially their experience with solar and storage.
- → Research the specific regulatory and market conditions in the US states where Enlight is active or targeting, such as interconnection queues, renewable portfolio standards, and permitting processes.
- → Learn about Enlight's corporate culture, values, and recent news, such as sustainability reports or executive interviews, to align your application with their mission.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Avoid submitting a generic application that does not specifically address the US market experience required; the role demands at least 3 years in the US, so be clear about your local expertise.
- Do not downplay the importance of project management skills; ensure your resume and cover letter explicitly mention your experience with budgets, schedules, and cross-functional coordination.
- Avoid being vague about your role in past projects; clearly state your level of responsibility and leadership, as the role requires driving projects independently from start to finish.
📅 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:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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