Wind Development Manager

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future , we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy. US Renewables & Power is seeking a Wind Project Developer to lead day-to-day renewable energy project development activities within the Eastern Wind Development region. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional looking to expand their expertise, take increasing ownership of complex projects, and contribute to the development of impactful renewable energy solutions. In this role, you will support wind energy projects across the Eastern United States, including the NYISO and PJM service territories. You will manage key early- and mid-stage development activities, coordinate cross-functional contributions across interconnection, land, permitting, environmental, engineering, and commercial teams, and proactively identify and resolve risks to advance projects toward critical development milestones. Working closely with experienced subject-matter experts, you will help shape project strategy, build alignment among stakeholders, and drive successful project outcomes. You will collaborate with both internal and external partners, representing AES professionally and effectively in meetings, presentations, and stakeholder engagements. As part of US Renewables & Power's Project Development team, you will partner with a wide range of disciplines and gain exposure to all aspects of utility-scale renewable energy development. This position may be based in a hybrid work environment and requires travel to project locations and AES offices as needed. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys managing multiple priorities simultaneously. You will work alongside professionals across growth strategy, land acquisition, permitting, real estate, external affairs, stakeholder relations, legal, finance, engineering, interconnection, construction, and other critical project functions, creating exceptional opportunities for professional growth and career development. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of project development, including project budgets, schedules, and risk management. Own project development schedules and budgets while partnering with leadership and team members for guidance and support. Identify, assess, and resolve risks across permitting, policy, commercial, technical, and schedule-related workstreams. Coordinate cross-functional efforts among project partners and subject-matter experts. Facilitate project meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Communicate project risks, opportunities, recommendations, and key decisions clearly and effectively. Deliver professional presentations and represent project interests in both internal and external forums. Manage contractual obligations associated with key project agreements. Lead discretionary permitting activities, including permitting strategy development, permit tracking, collaboration with regulatory authorities, and participation in public hearings. Partner closely with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and successful execution. Coordinate environmental studies, site surveys, due diligence activities, and associated reporting. Collaborate with internal and external engineering teams as project design and engineering activities advance. Support contractor selection efforts alongside the construction management team. Coordinate with execution teams to secure required ministerial permits. Lead project handoff activities to project execution teams once projects are fully developed and permitted. Support project financing efforts by coordinating diligence activities and providing required documentation. Manage relationships with external consultants and contractors, including oversight of associated project expenditures. Provide analysis and reporting support for business development and project pipeline activities. Skills and Qualifications Approximately 4 to 8 years of experience in project development or a related field. Bachelor's degree in renewable energy, urban planning, logistics, finance, business, engineering, project or construction management, or a related discipline; equivalent experience will also be considered. Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail. Knowledge of renewable energy project development, utility infrastructure, interconnection processes, permitting, and contracting. Familiarity with renewable energy and energy storage technologies. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution capabilities. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment. Willingness and ability to travel approximately 30% of the time, with additional travel as project needs require. Experience using CRM platforms and developing meaningful project metrics and reporting. Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization. The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $110,000 and $137,700/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information. The deadline to apply for this role is