Origis Energy

Role Description Origis Energy is looking for an experienced Director Project Development for ERCOT to join our growing, experienced project development team with the main objective of: - Providing ERCOT market intelligence - Executing on existing near-term projects - Driving additional pipeline growth and project successes in both utility scale solar and energy storage A deep knowledge of the ERCOT market is a must. In addition, the following is required: - Comfort and experience with being the face of the company at development and/or customer meetings - Solar siting and land acquisition - Intimate knowledge of the ERCOT transmission system - Grid analysis - Federal, State & Local project permitting - Interconnection study process - Technical understanding of solar + storage projects - Consultant management - Wholesale market/RTO market operations The position will report to a Vice President or Senior Vice President, Project Development and is a regular, full-time position eligible for our generous employee benefits package. Qualifications - BS and/or BA, MBA preferred - 6-10+ years of increasingly progressive development/origination/solar finance experience - Familiarity with development tools and value drivers including knowledge of solar resource and PV Syst outputs - Broad knowledge of the full spectrum of solar development - Experience assembling teams and lead managing project development consultants - Familiarity and comfort in landowner negotiations - Experience with interconnection from application through LGIA finalization - Experience in public presentations and guiding 3rd party development relations - Preparation of project critical path analyses and recommendations - Experience with reviewing and providing inputs for financial models - Deep understanding of the U.S. utility scale solar and energy storage markets - Exceptional communication skills Requirements - Detail-oriented, highly organized - Strategic thinker - Creativity in problem solving - Ability to multi-task and manage tight timelines and budgets - Effective in managing multiple stakeholders and within cross functional team - Exceptional communication skills Benefits - Employer paid health insurance - Paid time off - 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions - Other great benefits Company Description Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining Zero. As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world’s net-zero goals. - Founded in 2008 - Headquartered in Miami, FL

• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify potential business opportunities and market trends in the renewable energy sector, with a specific focus on solar and battery storage technologies. • Analyze market data, industry reports, and competitor strategies to inform business development strategies and decision-making processes. • Identify and qualify potential leads and prospects within the Central region (MISO/SPP), including utilities, municipalities, commercial entities, and other stakeholders interested in renewable energy solutions. • Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of leads and opportunities, leveraging various channels such as networking events, industry conferences, and online platforms. • Cultivate and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including utility executives, government officials, project developers, and industry partners, to facilitate collaboration and partnership opportunities. • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote our renewable energy offerings and establish our presence in the market. • Collaborate with internal teams to develop customized proposals and presentations tailored to the needs and requirements of prospective clients. • Present proposals to potential clients, effectively communicating the value proposition of our renewable energy solutions and addressing any questions or concerns. • Negotiate terms and agreements with clients, including pricing, contract terms, and service-level agreements, to secure new business opportunities. • Work closely with legal and finance teams to finalize contracts and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. • Identify opportunities for market expansion and growth within the Central region, including geographic expansion, new market segments, and emerging technologies. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic initiatives to drive business growth and achieve revenue targets.

Join the Origis Energy Team! Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining ZeroSM. As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world’s net-zero goals. Origis Energy puts customers first to deploy a wide range of sustainable solutions for grid power generation, performance optimization, and long-term operation of solar and energy storage plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL. The Origis team, regarded as one of the leading developers in the U.S., is committed to living five core values in all interactions both with each other and external stakeholders: Solve for Tomorrow. A role with Origis Energy puts you at the forefront of the transition to clean energy. Are you ready to bring new ideas? Do you exist to find solutions? That’s how we revolutionize energy and build a carbon-free future - through unmatched service and relentless innovation. Rise Together. To succeed here, you’ll collaborate with others and work as one team, across various teams including solar and energy storage development, financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operations, maintenance and asset management. Are you open to diverse perspectives and prepared to work seamlessly across disciplines to reach our collective goals? Perform at Peak. We’re seeking team members who bring authentic energy and passion to every task. How can you use your natural strengths, genuine optimism and intelligence to make your greatest contributions to Origis? Inspire & Grow. The Origis team is comprised of knowledgeable, passionate solar and energy storage experts who bring deep expertise and solution-driven thinking to clients. A successful Origis team member encourages others and sets a high bar for growth. We have a culture of continuous improvement because each team member takes the role of both learner and mentor. Be Resilient. The spirit in which we tackle the energy challenges and objectives of our clients means we consistently stretch for the extra mile. We all take initiative and remain adaptable, overcoming obstacles by prioritizing respect. Position Description The Director Project Development, Data Centers, reporting to the SVP, Project Development, will support the origination and execution of data center infrastructure and utility-scale solar projects. This role will work across the full development lifecycle - originating, evaluating, and advancing data center land sites through land control, entitlements, permitting, and infrastructure readiness, culminating in sale and handover to third‑party data center developers. The primary objective is to drive pipeline growth and successful project execution across data center land development and utility‑scale solar and energy storage. The Director Project Development, Data Centers is a regular, full-time position, and is eligible for our generous employee benefits package, including employer paid health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions, and other great benefits. Key Responsibilities Data Center Development - Originate, evaluate, and advance data center land sites from inception through the development stage, including site control, zoning, entitlements, permitting, and infrastructure readiness, with the objective of preparing sites for sale to third‑party data center developers. - Coordination with origination, engineering, legal, finance and other commercial teams to advance project from inception to NTP. - Lead site-level diligence for data center land opportunities, including land use and zoning, environmental constraints, access, utility availability, water considerations, transmission proximity, and infrastructure constraints. - Develop and execute land acquisition strategies, including negotiating and managing options, leases, purchase agreements, easements, title, and survey, in coordination with legal and real estate teams. - Advance entitlement and permitting pathways (rezoning, site plan approvals, conditional/special use permits, and other local/state approvals) to deliver development‑ready sites at handover. - Coordinate handover packages for buyers, including development documentation, permits, studies, interconnection status, and critical path summaries. Due Diligence, Transactions, Portfolio Management - Support development‑related due diligence for acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, including environmental, geotechnical, title/survey, permitting, and interconnection reviews. - Compile and synthesize development inputs for investment memoranda, site sale materials, and leadership updates. - Form and lead comprehensive project teams using Origis Tier 1 consultants to conduct early‑stage risk analysis and advance development efficiently. - Manage vendors and project budgets through the SAP system, ensuring cost control and schedule discipline. - Represent Origis in meetings with utilities, permitting authorities, community stakeholders, consultants, and counterparties. Interconnection, Utilities & Infrastructure - Evaluate transmission grids and land constraints to identify and recommend optimal sites for data center land development and co‑located or adjacent energy opportunities. - Interface with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, municipalities, and other regulatory entities regarding transmission, distribution, interconnection and service agreements - Work closely with early‑stage interconnection teams to assist with interconnection applications, study management, and milestone tracking through LGIA execution, where applicable to land value and marketability. - Assess infrastructure readiness (electric, water, gas where applicable, access roads, fiber) and identify gaps or mitigation strategies to improve site attractiveness to buyers. Preferred Qualifications - BS and/or BA degree required, MBA is preferred - 5+ years of relevant utility-scale project development experience. - Deep understanding of the U.S. utility‑scale solar and energy storage markets; familiarity with data center land development trends is required. - Demonstrated experience advancing projects through site origination, land control, entitlements, permitting and interconnection; experience with interconnection processes from application through LGIA finalization. - Strong familiarity and knowledge of development tools and value drivers, including grid analysis, interconnection studies, permitting, and financial model impacts. - Full-spectrum knowledge of solar development and data center siting requirements and land-based development considerations. - High comfort level in landowner negotiations and managing real estate documentation. Key Attributes for Success - Detail‑oriented and highly organized with strong documentation discipline. - Strategic thinker who understands how land, grid access, and permitting translate into asset value. - Creative problem solver with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset. - Ability to manage multiple projects, tight timelines, and budgets simultaneously. - Effective at managing multiple stakeholders within cross‑functional teams (development, interconnection, engineering, legal, finance). - Demonstrates sound professional judgment and comfort operating in transaction‑driven environments. - Exceptional communication skills; written, verbal, and presentation. Location Austin, TX | Miami, FL | Remote working can be considered Travel Up to 25% travel required as necessary Job Level Director – no direct reports Origis Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences as that is what makes our employees unique. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. More information is available here. California Applicants: Please review our California Privacy Policy and Notice at Collection. Request for Support or Accommodations: As part of our effort to provide equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities, we are happy to offer support and special accommodations in order for you to successfully reach us with your interest. Please reach out to us at candidateaccommodations@origisenergy.com if you would like to request help with your application.

• Originate, evaluate, and advance data center land sites from inception through the development stage, including site control, zoning, entitlements, permitting, and infrastructure readiness, with the objective of preparing sites for sale to third‑party data center developers. • Coordination with origination, engineering, legal, finance and other commercial teams to advance project from inception to NTP. • Lead site-level diligence for data center land opportunities, including land use and zoning, environmental constraints, access, utility availability, water considerations, transmission proximity, and infrastructure constraints. • Develop and execute land acquisition strategies, including negotiating and managing options, leases, purchase agreements, easements, title, and survey, in coordination with legal and real estate teams. • Advance entitlement and permitting pathways (rezoning, site plan approvals, conditional/special use permits, and other local/state approvals) to deliver development‑ready sites at handover. • Coordinate handover packages for buyers, including development documentation, permits, studies, interconnection status, and critical path summaries. • Support development‑related due diligence for acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, including environmental, geotechnical, title/survey, permitting, and interconnection reviews. • Compile and synthesize development inputs for investment memoranda, site sale materials, and leadership updates. • Form and lead comprehensive project teams using Origis Tier 1 consultants to conduct early‑stage risk analysis and advance development efficiently. • Manage vendors and project budgets through the SAP system, ensuring cost control and schedule discipline. • Represent Origis in meetings with utilities, permitting authorities, community stakeholders, consultants, and counterparties. • Evaluate transmission grids and land constraints to identify and recommend optimal sites for data center land development and co‑located or adjacent energy opportunities. • Interface with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, municipalities, and other regulatory entities regarding transmission, distribution, interconnection and service agreements. • Work closely with early‑stage interconnection teams to assist with interconnection applications, study management, and milestone tracking through LGIA execution, where applicable to land value and marketability. • Assess infrastructure readiness (electric, water, gas where applicable, access roads, fiber) and identify gaps or mitigation strategies to improve site attractiveness to buyers.

• Lead deals and opportunities from start to finish • Cultivate, build, and strengthen our relationships with corporate and strategic customers as well as Utility, Muni, Coop customers • Define and execute the market-specific growth strategy by prospecting, relationship building, and identifying clean energy solutions • Prepare RFP and bi-lateral proposals for utility scale solar and energy storage projects. • Negotiate term sheets, MOUs, power purchase agreements, and other commercial agreements with the necessary support and oversight of executive management. • Have a working knowledge of solar and energy storage project development • Understanding ESG goals and activities for Origis as well as for customers • Follow project development activities and maturity for all projects proposed to customers. • Manage vendors and project budgets through SAP system.

• Support and grow strategic relationships with investor‑owned utilities, electric cooperatives, hypescalers, power traders, and municipal utilities, positioning the company as a long‑term partner for grid‑scale solar and energy storage solutions. • Support battery storage commercial execution across a multi‑state territory, with accountability for market entry, deal flow, and customer development. • Drive revenue by originating and supporting RFP responses and bilateral transactions for solar‑plus‑storage, surplus storage, and standalone BESS projects—from initial engagement through commercial alignment and Capacity Agreement/Toll negotiations. • Identify, evaluate, and unlock new markets and products, delivering clear, investment‑ready recommendations to senior leadership on where to deploy capital and secure high‑value BESS opportunities. • Leverage deep expertise in energy storage systems and optimization to articulate capacity value, grid benefits, and commercial upside to utility and regulatory stakeholders. • Support commercial negotiations for PPAs and capacity structures, contributing to pricing strategy, risk allocation, and contract positioning. • Navigate interconnection and deliverability considerations to ensure projects are commercially viable and executable in target markets. • Manage external vendors and development budgets, maintaining commercial discipline and cost control through internal reporting systems.