Job Title: Solar Project Originator JOB POSTING CLOSING 6/30/26

Davis Hill Development (DHD) is seeking a Solar Project Originator to join our development team. This position is an opportunity to join a high-growth and dynamic company in the fast-paced renewable energy industry. The ideal applicant will be a hardworking, ambitious, self-motivated, and creative problem solver who can help target and develop solar power projects in multiple geographies.

As a Solar Project Originator at DHD Solar, you will play a key role in finding/originating and then beginning development work for community-scale solar and utility-scale projects. You will work closely with the Development Manager and cross-functional teams, providing a leadership role from initial site assessment, through site control, and then throughout development, which is focused on project interconnection and Land Use Permitting and Zoning stages. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, a self-starter attitude, project management capabilities, attention to detail, and effective problem-solving.

The Solar Project Originator will support the DHD development team and will report directly to the Development Manager. The Solar Project Originator will be expected to travel up to 50% of their time. This is a relationship-driven role. Candidates should be confident engaging with rural landowners, agricultural communities, and local stakeholders. Strong verbal communication, active listening, and the ability to establish credibility with a wide range of personalities are essential.

Responsibilities:

● Lead all beginning stages of project development, focusing on site assessment, landowner education and contract negotiations.

● With the support of our geospatial engineers, evaluate potential solar project sites by conducting site assessments, analyzing environmental factors, and assessing technical and economic feasibility. Continuously work to improve and iterate DHD’s site selection processes, and it’s internal GIS-based site origination tool.

● Support business development efforts by participating in proposal development, landowner and client presentations, and fostering relationships with potential landowners, partners and clients.

● Research County, Municipality, and State regulations, bylaws, and ordinances and coordinate materials required for permit submittals

● Coordinate the design and engineering of solar energy systems with DHD’s Construction Management and third-party engineers.

● Continue on with projects which have secured site control, in a support role to the Development Manager in all aspects of later stage development, including securing interconnection agreements, local land use permits, conducting due diligence, and coordinating with various stakeholders including but not limited to landowners, local and ISO-level utilities, and all government agencies.

● Support the Development Manager in creating project schedules and budgets, to ensure development milestones are met and accurate reporting is kept.

● Understand and document electric utility tariffs and legislative changes with a specific attention on Zoning, Siting and Land Use implications.

● Understand and document State and Local permitting regulations, including but not limited to State, County and Municipal land use policies surrounding renewable energy projects and utility-scale projects, trends for and against renewable energy siting, and specific zoning considerations related to renewable energy development and siting.

● Stay up to date with solar policies in DHD active and speculative markets, industry trends, technological advancements, and policy changes related to solar energy development and apply this knowledge to project planning and implementation.

● Work collaboratively and demonstrate a high level of diplomacy with internal and external teams.

● Travel up to 25% of the time for landowner meetings, conferences, etc.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

● Bachelor's degree in Land Use Planning, Engineering, Business, Finance, Development, Renewable Energy, or a related field.

● 1-3 years of experience in renewable energy development, real estate, construction, project management, or a related field (Solar experience preferred but not required)

● Passion and eagerness for Business Development and Sales of complex projects.

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to proactively and effectively collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and clients.

● Experience with permitting, land development and/or interconnection of renewable energy preferred but not required (or related field)

● Proficient in project management methodologies, tools, and software to ensure efficient project planning and execution.

● Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and ensure that we are “checking all of the boxes” to ensure success project outcomes.

● Strong problem-solving abilities to identify project risks and propose mitigation strategies and alternative solutions in a fast-paced environment.

● Knowledge of renewable energy policies, incentives, and financial models, is a plus.

ABOUT Davis Hill Development

DHD is a regional solar and energy storage developer. DHD has historically been a commercial solar developer, having successfully developed, constructed and financed over 180 solar projects around the country. DHD now has community solar and utility scale projects under development and is ready to start construction on these opportunities this year. DHD is a growing IPP and owns all projects that it develops. With a growing pipeline and expansion into new markets, the company’s growth is accelerating.

DHD is an operating company of Skyview Ventures. Skyview Ventures is a clean technology investment firm with platforms for solar and battery storage development, environmental commodities, EV charging infrastructure and cleantech venture capital. Skyview Ventures offers DHD a strategic advantage in the market, and exciting access to new clean technologies. The future is bright for Skyview Ventures and DHD.

Compensation

Our headquarters in Nashville Tennessee is downtown on Music Row. We promote from within and are looking for career-minded individuals, looking to advance in the growing solar and battery storage industries. We offer pay commensurate with experience along with benefits including:

● Compensation is salary + bonus based on experience

● Benefits include 401k, healthcare, dental, vision, and flexible paid time off

● Continuing education and professional development assistance

DHD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, DHD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.