Application Guide

How to Apply for Project Development Manager

at East Point Energy

🏢 About East Point Energy

East Point Energy is a leader in accelerating the renewable grid transformation through large-scale energy storage solutions. With a focus on utility-scale projects, the company offers a dynamic environment where you can directly impact the clean energy transition by managing complex development projects from inception to operation.

About This Role

As a Project Development Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams to drive the full lifecycle of utility-scale energy storage projects across multiple RTO/ISOs. Your work will be pivotal in aligning development with company priorities, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and sustainably.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start the day reviewing project milestones and emails from developers and engineers across different regions. Mid-morning, lead a cross-functional meeting to align on permitting timelines and vendor coordination. Afternoon might involve a call with a utility partner or preparing for an upcoming public hearing, followed by updating project dashboards and reporting to senior leadership.

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🎯 Who East Point Energy Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years of specific experience in energy storage or power development, with a proven track record of leading utility-scale projects.
  • Demonstrates strong cross-functional leadership, having successfully coordinated teams of developers, engineers, and external partners.
  • Is proficient in Microsoft Office suite and comfortable using these tools for project tracking, reporting, and presentations.
  • Possesses public speaking experience, particularly in presenting at public hearings or regulatory meetings, and is skilled in stakeholder engagement.

📝 Tips for Applying to East Point Energy

1

Highlight your experience with utility-scale energy storage projects specifically, including any work with RTO/ISO markets.

2

Quantify your leadership impact: mention the size of teams led, number of projects managed, and MW capacity overseen.

3

Tailor your resume to emphasize cross-functional collaboration and external vendor/utility relationship management.

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In your cover letter, reference East Point Energy's mission and how your background aligns with accelerating grid transformation.

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Prepare a brief example of a challenging stakeholder engagement (e.g., permitting hearing) and how you navigated it successfully.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your specific experience with utility-scale energy storage and your understanding of the development lifecycle.', 'Showcase your ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage relationships with utilities and external vendors.', 'Highlight your public speaking and stakeholder engagement skills, especially in regulatory or public hearing contexts.', "Express enthusiasm for East Point Energy's role in the renewable grid transformation and your desire to contribute to their mission."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Study East Point Energy's current project portfolio and identify the regions (RTO/ISOs) they are active in.
  • → Understand the company's approach to energy storage technology (e.g., lithium-ion, flow batteries) and any proprietary methods.
  • → Review recent news or press releases about East Point Energy to understand their market position and recent achievements.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the regulatory landscape for energy storage in the RTO/ISOs where the company operates.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you led a project from concept to completion; what were the key milestones and challenges?
2 How do you prioritize projects across different RTO/ISOs when resources are limited?
3 Walk us through your approach to managing a difficult stakeholder or public hearing.
4 How do you ensure cross-functional collaboration between developers and engineers?
5 What experience do you have with permitting, tax abatements, or site control for energy storage projects?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus solely on technical engineering aspects; this role is about project development leadership and stakeholder management.
  • Avoid being vague about your experience; provide specific examples of projects, team sizes, and outcomes.
  • Don't neglect to mention your public speaking or hearing experience, as it's explicitly required.

📅 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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