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Development Manager - Project Development (West)


Company : Vistra


Location : Irving, TX


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary This role serves as Development Manager for power generation projects of various technologies - simple and combined cycle gas turbines, utility scale solar, and energy storage projects or other power development projects in the West and regulated power markets. The successful candidate will have lead responsibility for overseeing all project development activities through a transition to construction including supporting real estate negotiations, securing land use, special use and environmental permitting approvals, interfacing with Local and State officials, and overseeing and advancing projects through the interconnection process. Additionally, this role coordinates with internal teams and external consultants and stakeholders on interconnection, power marketing, engineering, legal, procurement, as needed to ensure effective execution of projects. The Development Manager will be responsible for managing schedule and budget and reporting to Vistra management. Job Description Key Accountabilities u2022Execute project development strategy in the region. u2022Accountable for all related aspects of project development for an assigned site, including, customer and utility relations, permitting, land acquisition, general stakeholder relations, project schedule, etc. u2022Work with origination team to cultivate customer relationships in the region and support offtake negotiations. u2022Support development of regional growth strategies. u2022Work closely with internal and external resources on project transactions. u2022Responsible for budget and driving profitability of utility-scale projects on assigned sites Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements u20225+ years project development experience. Experience in development in the West and regulated territories is strongly preferred u2022General business knowledge and acumen, with broad-based knowledge of the development processes u2022Strong written and oral communication; proven ability to negotiate and persuade others u2022Advanced Microsoft office capabilities (PowerPoint, Word and Excel) u2022Ability to work with and manage confidential information u2022Strong organizational, analytical, project, process, and budgeting skills u2022High school diploma or equivalent u2022Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills Key Metrics u2022Develop and deliver commercial and utility scale battery storage and solar projects to successful close u2022Work with internal Construction and Operations teams on executing efficient u201chand-offsu201d throughout the Development lifecycle #LI-Hybrid #LI-ND1 Job Family Corp Dev & Planning Company Vistra Corporate Services Company Locations Irving, Texas Texas _We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today_ _If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site._ It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at to make a request. Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities. Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customersu2019 needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. As a leader in the responsible transformation of the countryu2019s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the companyu2019s sustainability report at . Vistrau2019s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, u201clighting up lives, powering a better way forwardu201d and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at (. Come join us and be part of something special Click here to learn more about Vistra. _It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws._ If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at to make a request.