Wind Energy Development Managers
Wind Energy Development Managers plan and lead large wind farm projects, from the first idea to the spinning turbines that generate electricity. They coordinate engineers, environmental scientists, construction crews, and local officials to choose the best locations, study wildlife and noise impacts, secure permits, and negotiate key contracts like power purchase and land-use agreements. They also track budgets and schedules, review technical drawings and bids from companies, and solve problems on site so the project is safe, efficient, and meets all laws and standards.
Did you know?
Wind energy development managers must navigate varying state regulations, permitting processes, and renewable energy standards across different American jurisdictions.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$128,900 Avg/yr
Growth
Fast growing
Top skill
Critical Thinking
Things to consider
Technical and Financial Expertise Requirements
Success requires deep knowledge of wind resource assessment, project financing structures, and understanding of federal tax incentives like the Production Tax Credit.
Community and Stakeholder Engagement
Effective management of relationships with local communities, landowners, utilities, and government agencies is critical for project approval and long-term success in the American market.
Key responsibilities
Review civil design, engineering, or construction technical documentation to ensure compliance with applicable government or industrial codes, standards, requirements, or regulations.
Develop scope of work for wind project functions, such as design, site assessment, environmental studies, surveying, or field support services.
Coordinate or direct development, energy assessment, engineering, or construction activities to ensure that wind project needs and objectives are met.
Provide verbal or written project status reports to project teams, management, subcontractors, customers, or owners.
Update schedules, estimates, forecasts, or budgets for wind projects.