Director Development

Director Development Company: NextEra Energy NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC (NEET) is the leading competitive transmission company in North America. We develop, finance, construct, operate and maintain transmission assets across the continent. We operate through our regional subsidiaries to integrate generation resources and enhance grid reliability. Join our world-class team today. Position Specific Description As the Director, Development you are responsible for originating and advancing electric transmission infrastructure opportunities across the Northeast U.S. (NYISO, ISO-NE, PJM) and Canada with a particular focus on New England. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Develops and executes regional transmission development strategy for New England (ISO-NE) market and supports adjacent markets similarly. Identifies, evaluates, and advances new transmission project opportunities, including competitive solicitations and bilateral developments Builds and maintains strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including utilities, regulators, policymakers, and potential development partners Represents the company at industry conferences, working groups, and regulatory forums to enhance market visibility and influence outcomes Monitors market, policy and regulatory developments (RTO, Commission, State/Local authorities, etc.) and incorporates insights into development strategy Leads early-stage project activities, including project concepts, site identification, routing considerations, partnership structuring, and initial commercial frameworks Collaborates with internal cross-functional teams (engineering, development, regulatory, finance, legal) to position projects for successful advancement Provides appropriate updates and strategic recommendations to senior management on project pipeline, risks and opportunities Performs other job-related duties as assigned Location: Boston, MA or New England Travel: Up to 25% Job Overview Employees in this role are responsible for leading and coordinating key functions of a project such as financial feasibility analysis, engineering/design, project legal review and financial negotiations. The position plays a key role in building strategic relationships and executing major contracts necessary to support the Company’s generating business growth initiatives. This role reviews and oversees the development of key project agreements. This role is responsible for all aspects of the business deal and will be involved in the closure of multiple projects. Job Duties & Responsibilities Translates company financial, commercial, risk management, technical and operating goals into effective contracting strategies and objectives Develops and maintains effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external strategic partners Assembles and leads internal cross functional, multi-disciplined teams through the solicitation and negotiation processes Provides overall leadership and drive key decisions during negotiations Delivers on contracting objectives and proforma requirements Delivers contracts that position the internal project execution team for maximum success Manages the contracting budget and schedule for assigned projects Provides periodic updates to and interact with senior management Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications High School Grad/GED Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience Experience: 10+ years Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's - Business Administration Master's - Business Administration 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: NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. 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