GreenKey Solar Seeking a Permitting Project Coordinator

Your Role:

• Ownership of Land Use Permitting: Collaborate with the development team and external consultants to bring opportunities to life from initial land use permitting evaluation through the land use approval process, taking full ownership of this critical stage in the development cycle.
• Willingness to Travel: This position requires the candidate to reside in or proximate to central or western Pennsylvania and be prepared to travel throughout the state for public hearings, site visits, and meetings with local officials and stakeholders.
• Permitting Expertise: Independently manage projects through the local permitting processes, working with attorneys, engineers, and other consultants to ensure success. Draft permitting application narratives, coordinate and obtain required supporting documents, and engage consultants to provide expertise. Review and track land use codes to determine applicability to solar projects.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with government bodies, community groups, and other stakeholders, ensuring that projects receive the necessary support to receive approval.
• Problem-Solving: Tackle various development tasks, coordinate sub-consultants, track regulations, and assist with permitting applications—all with an eye for detail and creative solutions.
• Ability to Work Independently: This position is primarily a remote position with quarterly travel to main office in Oregon.

Qualifications:

• We understand that no candidate will fit every requirement perfectly. If you believe you have the skills, drive, and growth mindset to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply! Cover letters are strongly encouraged.
  
• Education/Certifications: Degree in public administration, business, finance, real estate, law, engineering, urban and regional planning or related field, or equivalent work experience. AICP certification preferred.
  
• Permitting Experience: 3+ years of experience obtaining permits in Pennsylvania, including special exception, conditional use, land development, and NPDES permits. Experience permitting large-scale renewable energy projects preferred but not required.
  
• Flexibility: Proven ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
  
• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, public speaking, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills.
  
• Mindset: Demonstrated initiative and a self-starter attitude—someone who sees what needs to be done and takes action.
  
• Approach: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on results.
  Values: High ethical standards, transparency, and a commitment to doing the right thing.

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