Project Development Manager

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.


McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.


Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?


The Opportunity with McKinstry


We are seeking an experienced Project Development Manager to support our growing Energy team in the Southwest. This role is responsible for ensuring continuity, quality, risk mitigation, and profitability through the development phase of ESPC or Design Build projects. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Primary technical customer interface.
• Leads and manages internal and external resource team through all aspects of project development.
• Accountable for all development deliverables.
• Manage risk.
• Coaches and trains younger staff members.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• BA/BS degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture or Facilities Management or equivalent field of study required.
• Ten (10) years of experience may substitute for education.
• Eight (8) years of engineering, construction, and/or project management experience required.
• CEM, DBIA, CMP, PMP, PE, and LEED professional designations preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Project.
• Working knowledge of SharePoint and CRM preferred.
• Comfortable speaking in front of others, creating and giving technical and sales presentations preferred.

Knowledge of:

• All phases of developing complex owner direct design-build projects preferred.
• Construction management, energy modeling calculations, and industry standards.
• Facility improvement measures preferred.
• Customer business and financial models preferred.
• Performance contracting or design-build preferred.
• Financing proformas, grants, and utility incentive programs preferred.
• Contracts preferred.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.


If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.


The pay range for this position is$126,900 - $195,480 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.


The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.


McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.


Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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