Senior Solar & Storage Project Developer

Company: CENTRICA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS US INC
Location: Ballston Spa
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Do you often provide ideas that are outside the box? Do you find yourself re-imagining what is possible and push the envelope to set a new standard? If so, we want you to join our team! As a Sr. Solar & Battery Storage Project Developer at Centrica Business Solutions, you will assist in the development of solar and solar and storage projects across North America. The Solar & Battery Storage Project Developer will work closely with business development, management, engineering, project management, and construction staff to identify, assess and structure technical and financial solutions for customers' renewable and energy efficiency needs. The Solar Developer will lead the project through Pre-Construction due diligence to contract. The Solar & Battery Storage Project Developer possesses a strong technical aptitude and the communication and business acumen to translate customer needs into technical guidelines. Open to flexible work schedules working fully remote or hybrid but must be able to travel occasionally. Preferably looking for someone to be near the following locations: Mid Atlantic region Northeast We promote a FlexFirst approach which empowers our employees to take ownership of their work and maintain a positive work/life balance. Our Solar & Battery Storage Project Developers contribute to the team by: Act as technical lead for the team of Developers in the region Creating and managing cashflow models to capture all revenue streams specific to solar and storage projects. Assisting in management of incentive program enrollment for all projects, track timelines to ensure completion within target deadlines, and submit final documentation to secure program funding. Coordinating with the project development team and with the financing partner, communicating project updates and milestones achieved, providing transparency, and assisting in document sharing. Overseeing and/or performing the Helioscope design and budgeting of projects. Auditing sites as needed for PV solar installation suitability, environmental limitations, structural limitations, etc. Developing professional quality proposal content for technically complex, multi-site PV solar and battery storage systems (BESS) installations. Managing 3rd party vendor relationships and Scope of Work/proposals. (i.e. Electrical and Structural partners) . Developing proposals, reports and presentations in collaboration with the Solar Analyst. Networking within the industry. The core components of success are (i.e. must haves): Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, Business, or a related field. OR Bachelor’s in Distributed Energy/Generation. 6 years of work experience in the solar industry and or Engineering and Operations. Experience in commercial and industrial Solar projects is required with demonstration of full life cycle project experience from concept to performance. A clear set of completed solar projects that have been screened, audited, designed, installed, interconnected and commissioned with Permission to Operate. Experience in renewable financial modeling: demonstrated ability to maintain Excel based energy modeling. Understanding of construction of solar PV and BESS projects. Helioscope modeling skills (preferred) Good technical skills relating to Behind the Meter interconnection, inverters, racking, and overall system design for solar PV projects ranging from 100kW to 5MW DC. Past experience and an up-to-date knowledge of best practices as they relate to solar and storage projects (preferred) Valid Driver’s License; Travel required with employee’s automobile. Our Team and Culture: We offer a culture filled with collaboration, passion, reliability, trustworthiness and more! We don’t just talk the talk but we actually walk to walk here and can show this through our employee feedback – check it our yourself to see what employees are saying: High level of employee engagement Trust in leadership Senior leaders listen and act Wellbeing Employees feeling valued Strong focus in health and safety Strategy & direction What we do: Digitalization and climate change mean organizations need to be more energy efficient and resilient to limit their impact on the environment while maintaining control of their energy spend . At Centrica Business Solutions, we deliver integrated energy solutions that balance profitability and sustainability. By bringing together the right combination of technologies and approaches, we help organizations get the most value from their energy and energy infrastructure, helping them solve their energy challenges and harness new opportunities in a changing world. As an Energy Service Company (ESCO), our broad portfolio includes: Energy Efficiency Solutions Solar and Energy Storage Electric vehicle and battery storage solutions Our benefits and perks: At Centrica Business Solutions, we ensure you are supported and valued. To help do this, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Some of our benefits & perks include: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance HSA, with company match FSA/DCA Paid Time Off 401(k), with company match Life Insurance Accident Insurance Employee Wellness Program Fitness Reward Program Employee Training and Development Opportunities Casual attire with professional and fun work environments Flexible/hybrid work opportunities Fungineering (We Engineer the Fun!) The US base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000-$160,000 bonus benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location and expectations during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, commission, or benefits. Centrica Business Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

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