Project Development Director Jobs in Honolulu, HI

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Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged. 

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P YW GENERATION PROJECT DEV Department of the P GENERATION PROJECT DEV Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 2 Management vacancies available. (Role: Professional)

JOB FUNCTION:

Support the technical and administrative evaluation of potential renewable energy projects. Assist the Generation Project Development Director/Manager and Project Developer II staff, as directed, with project analysis, screening, and selection activities. Support development of technical justifications for selected technologies and assist with preparation of Company responses to published Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for new power generation. Assist with preparation of the technical portion of regulatory submissions for assigned projects. Identify project and operational risks and support development of mitigation measures. Provide project coordination and technical support for engineering design, planning, budgeting, regulatory approvals, contractor coordination, and project implementation. Support achievement of project-related objectives through timely analysis, documentation, communication, and follow-up. Participates in LEAN continuous improvement best practices to enhance operational excellence with a safety mindset.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support the technical evaluation of potential renewable energy projects. Provide technical and analytical assistance in the development of renewable energy projects, including site and resource assessments, coordination of interconnection assessments, and evaluation of operational constraints.
• Assist in developing technical support materials for selected technologies and support preparation of Company responses to published Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for new power generation. Assist with preparation of the technical portion of regulatory submissions for assigned projects, including technical research, analysis, and support for proposed plant design optimization.
• Identify and document operational risks of proposed technologies and support development of mitigation options. Potential risks may include fuel sourcing issues, environmental emissions considerations, equipment needs, and other technical or operational constraints.
• Provide technical and project coordination support in the engineering design and planning of selected projects. Assist with contractor outreach, bid support, and coordination activities needed to support project design and construction.
• Provide project coordination support to help meet project-related objectives. Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules, tracking action items, preparing status updates, and supporting cost estimates associated with project development.
• Attends training for, and participates in, Safety, Continuous Improvement (CI), Lean, and Incident Management Team (IMT) events as directed.  Participation in IMT events such as disaster response may require shift work, and unusual or stressful work situations and conditions.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Working knowledge of engineering fundamentals in power generation, including renewable technologies (e.g., physics, chemistry, thermodynamics, power systems, electronics, vector analysis, and materials), normally acquired through college-level coursework or equivalent experience.
• Thorough knowledge of equipment design, the principles and practices of project engineering, project management and construction associated with electric utility facilities and systems normally acquired through extensive engineering experience.
• Basic working knowledge of applicable federal, state, industry, and company regulations, codes, and practices, particularly those related to renewable energy development.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and mainframe systems and related software applications (e.g., spreadsheets, word-processing, project management, etc.).

Skills Requirements

• Entrepreneurial spirit with the analytical and interpersonal mindset needed for successful business development
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals.
• Ability to perform as an individual contributor and as a member of cross-functional work teams under general direction.
• Ability to stay current on industry developments in renewable generation and apply that knowledge to assigned work.
• Strong analytical, computational, and organizational skills for technical writing, record keeping, statistical computations, and economic analyses.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and other internal and external stakeholders through verbal and written interaction.
• Demonstrated presentation and coordination skills to support meetings and communicate technical information to Company personnel.

Experience Requirements

• Related experience in engineering, utility operations, project coordination, project development, or renewable energy, typically 2 to 5 years, is preferred.
• B.S. degree in a relevant engineering discipline or related field; an advanced degree may be considered in lieu of a portion of the preferred experience.

Role: Professional 

Number of Vacancies: 2

Location: Pearl City - Oahu

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Project Developer I [Req ID 10552] position is $89,100.00 to $113,700.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications. 

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Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com.

Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

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By submitting an application for the position, candidates:
1. Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;
2. Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company;
3. Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company;
4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.

Affiliate Disclaimer

The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409, issued on March 23, 2026, in Docket No. 2025-0391, the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

The ATRs address many issues related to Hawaiian Electric's interactions and transactions with Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities. If you'd like more information about these rules/regulations, you can email ATR@hawaiianelectric.com.