Position Specific Description The Project Director Development role involves working as a core team member of the corporate strategic projects group. Projects focus on solving complex problems and ...
Position Specific Description The Project Director Development role involves working as a core team member of the corporate strategic projects group. Projects focus on solving complex problems and ...
Position Specific Description The Project Director Development role involves working as a core team member of the corporate strategic projects group. Projects focus on solving complex problems and ...
Position Specific Description The Project Director Development role involves working as a core team member of the corporate strategic projects group. Projects focus on solving complex problems and ...
... Project Director who is passionate about renewable energy. In this position you will be heavily involved with Renewable Development projects from beginning to end, to include exposure to cross ...
... Project Director who is passionate about renewable energy. In this position you will be heavily involved with Renewable Development projects from beginning to end, to include exposure to cross ...
Sr. Director Project Development, Infrastructure
Arlington, TX · On-site
$180 - $260/hr
Job Summary: This Sr. Director position will lead project development for the infrastructure product line. The focus is the development of a pipeline of utility-class private electrical ...
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Sr. Director Project Development, Infrastructure
Arlington, TX · On-site
$180 - $260/hr
Job Summary: This Sr. Director position will lead project development for the infrastructure product line. The focus is the development of a pipeline of utility-class private electrical ...
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Development Director
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$120K - $140K/hr
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Development Director Atlanta, GA Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better health ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$120K - $140K/hr
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Development Director Atlanta, GA Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better health ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
This position requires a proven track record in retail development / redevelopment, civil engineering, architecture or related fields. The Project Director will rely heavily on prior experience in ...
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This position requires a proven track record in retail development / redevelopment, civil engineering, architecture or related fields. The Project Director will rely heavily on prior experience in ...
This position requires a proven track record in retail development / redevelopment, civil engineering, architecture or related fields. The Project Director will rely heavily on prior experience in ...
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This position requires a proven track record in retail development / redevelopment, civil engineering, architecture or related fields. The Project Director will rely heavily on prior experience in ...
Development Director
Franklin, TN · On-site
$120K - $140K/yr
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Development Director Franklin, TN Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better health ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Franklin, TN · On-site
$120K - $140K/yr
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Development Director Franklin, TN Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better health ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$120K - $140K/yr
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Development Director Charlottesville, VA Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$120K - $140K/yr
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Development Director Charlottesville, VA Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$120K - $140K/hr
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Development Director Charlottesville, VA Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$120K - $140K/hr
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Development Director Charlottesville, VA Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Franklin, TN · On-site
$120K - $140K/hr
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Dental
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Development Director Franklin, TN Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better health ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Franklin, TN · On-site
$120K - $140K/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
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Development Director Franklin, TN Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better health ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$120K - $140K/yr
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Development Director Atlanta, GA Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better health ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$120K - $140K/yr
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Development Director Atlanta, GA Who We Are At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better health ... Manage project budgets and schedules, keeping both the client and development team appraised of ...
Development Director
Saint Augustine, FL · On-site
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The Development Director position is responsible for all aspects of taking a project from initial acquisition analysis and potential purchase through municipal entitlements, design team coordination ...
Development Director
Saint Augustine, FL · On-site
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The Development Director position is responsible for all aspects of taking a project from initial acquisition analysis and potential purchase through municipal entitlements, design team coordination ...
This position requires a proven track record in retail development / redevelopment, civil engineering, architecture or related fields. The Project Director will rely heavily on prior experience in ...
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This position requires a proven track record in retail development / redevelopment, civil engineering, architecture or related fields. The Project Director will rely heavily on prior experience in ...
This position requires a proven track record in retail development / redevelopment, civil engineering, architecture or related fields. The Project Director will rely heavily on prior experience in ...
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This position requires a proven track record in retail development / redevelopment, civil engineering, architecture or related fields. The Project Director will rely heavily on prior experience in ...
Associate Director Housing Development
Seattle, WA · On-site
$130K - $145K/yr
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Associate Director of Housing Development Posted on: 08/04/2026 Location: LIHI Main Office ... Work encompasses multiple projects in varying stages of development and may include large ...
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Associate Director Housing Development
Seattle, WA · On-site
$130K - $145K/yr
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Associate Director of Housing Development Posted on: 08/04/2026 Location: LIHI Main Office ... Work encompasses multiple projects in varying stages of development and may include large ...
Development Director
Waltham, MA · On-site
Project profitability and schedule and its related impact on the corporate finances. * Develop and ... direct them on design development and review, adhering to Dakota building specifications and ...
Development Director
Waltham, MA · On-site
Project profitability and schedule and its related impact on the corporate finances. * Develop and ... direct them on design development and review, adhering to Dakota building specifications and ...
Development Director
New Orleans, LA · On-site
$70K/yr
Footprint Project is seeking a Development Director to lead (and grow) the resource development side of our organization in both a strategic and hands-on role. As a key member of our senior ...
Development Director
New Orleans, LA · On-site
$70K/yr
Footprint Project is seeking a Development Director to lead (and grow) the resource development side of our organization in both a strategic and hands-on role. As a key member of our senior ...
Project Director - Land Development
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
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As a Project Director at LJA Land Development , you will be responsible for leading the sales and execution activities for land development projects in the Greater Denver region. You'll oversee ...
Project Director - Land Development
Tallahassee, FL · On-site
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As a Project Director at LJA Land Development , you will be responsible for leading the sales and execution activities for land development projects in the Greater Denver region. You'll oversee ...
Development Director
New Orleans, LA · Remote
$70K/yr
Footprint Project is seeking a Development Director to lead (and grow) the resource development side of our organization in both a strategic and hands-on role. As a key member of our senior ...
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Development Director
New Orleans, LA · Remote
$70K/yr
Footprint Project is seeking a Development Director to lead (and grow) the resource development side of our organization in both a strategic and hands-on role. As a key member of our senior ...
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| Aspect | Project Development Director | Project Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Oversees multiple projects, strategic planning, and long-term development initiatives | Manages individual projects, coordinates teams, and ensures project deliverables |
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's or master's in relevant fields, extensive experience in project planning and leadership | Bachelor's degree, PMP or similar certification often preferred |
| Work Environment | Executive-level, strategic meetings, cross-department collaboration | On-site or remote project teams, day-to-day project oversight |
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Job description
Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation's most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.
Position Specific Description
The Project Director Development role involves working as a core team member of the corporate strategic projects group. Projects focus on solving complex problems and improving operating performance across a range of business areas, from renewable energy (wind, solar, and battery) to corporate support functions. The strategic projects group works as an internal consulting organization. The team works on high-visibility, high-impact topics across both NextEra Energy Resources, the #1 renewable developer in the US, and Florida Power & Light, one of the nation's best-run vertically integrated utilities. Project timelines typically run 2 - 6 months. We partner with senior executives to identify and solve key business challenges, conduct analysis, define solutions, and help prepare the business to implement. This role will use management consulting skills to work with internal clients and external partners throughout all stages of strategy engagements. The strategic projects group is a key talent pipeline for NextEra Energy as a whole, and high-performing members of the team frequently continue on to key roles in various business units.
The core duties of this role involve:
• Quickly understands business unit operating models and issues
• Supervises 2 to 3-person project teams
• Develops hypothesis and solutions grounded in solid data analysis
• Works collaboratively with business leaders and operators to guide and influence outcomes
• Prepares and communicates recommendations through PowerPoint to NextEra executives
The most valuable skills for success in this role will be:
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems with deeply thought-out solutions
• Strong financial analysis and executive presentation skills
• Proven leader that builds trust and takes responsibilities for project outcomes
• High level of comfort with fast-paced and constantly evolving environments
• Intellectually curious individual who can learn new topics fast
• Highly organized and deadline driven individual
• Comfortable with fast-paced and constantly evolving environments
• Expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
Job Overview
Employees in this role develop and execute plans for new or enhanced generation projects. This job is responsible for resource allocation, schedules, cost and technical adequacy, ensuring the project or transaction is completed in the most cost effective and competitive manner. This position manages all aspects of the business deal and ensures the project is completed on time and within budgetary constraints.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Manages all aspects of the day to day transaction process to ensure timely completion as well as a cost effective and competitive results
- Leads and coordinates key functions such as financial feasibility analyses, engineering/design, project legal review, permitting activities and financial negotiations
- Coordinates due diligence activities with other internal groups to ensure proper analysis and structuring of assigned projects
- Acts as liaison between internal and external specialists regarding procurement, contracting, permitting and interconnection
- Constructs contractual arrangements for project development
- Negotiates agreements with consultants and subcontractors
- Ensures compliance with applicable technical and regulatory requirements
- Fosters external relationships with customers, third parties and members of the community
- Identifies opportunities and negotiates power sales contracts
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Grad /GED
- Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
- Experience: 7+ years
Preferred Qualifications
- None
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.
Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Business Development
Organization: Florida Power & Light Company
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
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