Senior Manager, Permitting

Company Overview

Intersect Power is a team of friends driven to preserve our planet for future generations through low-carbon energy and infrastructure solutions. Intersect Power is a privately held clean energy company bringing innovative, scalable, American-made, low-carbon solutions to its customers in global energy markets. We develop, own, and operate some of the world’s largest grid-tied clean energy resources, as well as co-located facilities for large industrial loads, including data centers, e-fuels, and other energy-intensive products. We are laser-focused on the largest, most transformative clean energy projects that decarbonize the existing power grid and bring new loads to clean generation without the need for new transmission. Intersect is redefining the scope of the clean energy industry by enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy. We are on an aggressive growth trajectory and are looking to fill key roles with talented professionals who want to make an impact.

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area and San Diego, CA; NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

About This Position

The Environmental and Permitting Senior Manager will be responsible for environmental diligence, discretionary permit processing and acquisition, and pre-construction permit implementation for gigawatt-scale greenfield and M&A renewable energy projects (including wind, solar PV, and BESS) in California, the Great Plains, South Central Region, and the Pacific Northwest. This position provides the opportunity to work cross-disciplinarily across a wide variety of specialties including environmental science, business, finance, communications, policy, and real estate. This position will report directly to the Head of Environmental and Permitting and work closely with M&A, Development, Real Estate, Community Engagement, Engineering, GIS, and Construction leads.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform critical environmental and permitting due diligence on potential M&A project targets, and make informed and strategic recommendations to the M&A team on environmental and permitting risks and opportunities, leveraging consultant resources as needed, with little management oversight
• Prepare, submit, and coordinate discretionary permit applications and other entitlements critical to project viability and success
• Manage a network of external consultants in the scoping of biological, cultural, and other resource surveys and the preparation of diligence documents (including legal counsel for permit opinions and guidance) necessary for environmental permitting and financing processes
• Manage and keep up to date project permitting schedules and budgets
• Review draft permit requirements, maintain project obligation tracker, and complete permitting exhibits for contracts with project engineering, procurement, construction contractors
• Coordinate with and solicit feedback from a network of geographically dispersed internal colleagues in the preparation of land use permit applications and environmental documents
• Review zoning, floodplain, biological resources, wetlands, cultural resources, permitting fees, entitlement processes, design requirements, community attributes and other site-specific considerations to support project development
• Attend site visits in the field related to site assessment, community engagement, agency review, and construction
• Research and clearly/comprehensively summarize land, environmental review, and permitting opportunities, risks, and requirements for early stage project jurisdictions
• Attend local, state, federal land use planning and zoning meetings and industry association discussions Prepare presentation materials for, and participate in meetings with, key external stakeholders including local, state, and federal agencies, elected officials, project communities, environmental NGOs, and Native American tribes
• With support, present project information and negotiate project mitigation measures with agenciesPrepare and provide permit implementation documentation to regulatory agencies, and prosecute permit approvals in compliance with the law
• Develop internal presentation, communication, and approval materials for executive management and other internal stakeholders Conduct careful review of documents critical to a successful permitting and financing process

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Political Science/Government, Geography, Geology, Hydrology, Economics or other related field
• Master’s Degree in a related field, or an MBA, is a plus
• Five (5) or more years of work experience in land development, environmental consulting, permitting, renewable energy, real estate, planning, policy, or other related field
• Experience prosecuting land use and environmental permits for land development projects within the United States across multiple geographies, specifically for wind and solar projectsDeductive reasoning, fundamental quantitative, and strategic thinking skills are mandatory, as is a disciplined approach to identifying risks and opportunities for projects
• Experience working with local, state, federal land management agencies, environmental NGOs, or Native American tribes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Excellent organizational and project management skills Independent and self-directed, but unafraid to ask questions where needed
• Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and execute in a timely and accurate manner
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and cross-disciplinary environment
• Ability to summarize complex issues, identify opportunities or next steps with limited guidance
• A strong thirst to learn and grow, and to participate in the nation’s clean energy transition
• Familiarity with land/environmental policy/law (particularly NEPA, ESA, MBTA, BGEPA, CWA) is required
• Familiarity with Google Earth, ArcGIS online Ability
• Willingness to travel within the United States approximately twice per quarter, or as required

*A note on qualifications: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• Mostly sedentary work; using standard office equipment including: a computer, keyboard, and telephone.
• Position is part of a remote team, with regular electronic and video communication
• Position requires some travel for company-wide meetups: :4 weeks total through a calendar year.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the United States approximately twice per quarter, or as required

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email hr@intersectpower.com.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: USD $150,000 - $160,000 base salary with 25-30% annual target bonus
• Exceptional Healthcare: Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% premium coverage for both you and your dependents.
• Financial Security: Benefit from a 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
• Time Off: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) + two company-wide vacation weeks (Fourth of July & End of year). We believe in the importance of rest and relaxation
• Family-Friendly Policies: Experience up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents. We support you through the exciting journey of parenthood
• Mental Health and Well-being: Access mental health and behavioral coaching services through Headspace providing you with the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally
• Family Planning Support: Navigate family planning with ease through our partnership with Carrot and Maven, ensuring a seamless experience for new parents
• Perks:Enjoy a variety of perks, including a $150 USD monthly food stipend on UberEats, pet insurance allowance, and $150 USD monthly phone & internet reimbursement.
• Tech-Ready: Gear up with our new hire tech package, including a laptop, monitor, docking station, webcam, headphones, and more. Set up your home office with provided furniture, including a desk and chair

Note: We welcome applicants who do not have current enforceable non-compete restrictions that would hinder their employment with us. If you are currently under a non-compete agreement with a previous employer, we kindly request that you carefully review the terms of that agreement and ensure that your potential employment with us does not violate those terms.

Unsolicited resumes or referrals from third-party recruiting firms or agencies are not accepted by Intersect Power.