Hybrid Director – Site Development

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About the role

  • Director managing government relations and securing funding for Thea Energy's fusion energy projects. Overseeing stakeholder outreach and navigating regulatory frameworks in energy sector.

Responsibilities

  • Define and manage technical and resource-based site selection criteria.
  • Identify, evaluate, and lead negotiations for state and local incentive packages, tax credits, and infrastructure grants.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with state and local governments to navigate regulatory frameworks and permitting processes.
  • Lead local stakeholder outreach to build community relationships and secure the local stakeholder trust required for a first-of-a-kind fusion energy project.
  • Proactively identify and manage risks related to land use, zoning, and environmental impact assessments.
  • Align the siting process with technical requirements and company stakeholders to ensure site readiness and compatibility.
  • Establish and maintain schedule and cost baselines for siting, incentives, land acquisition, and construction phases.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of relevant work experience driving site selection, first of a kind construction project development, or government affairs within deep tech, energy, hardware, or aerospace.
  • Proven track record of successfully negotiating and securing complex state and local incentive packages or non-dilutive government funding.
  • Comfort interfacing with legal and regulatory frameworks; able to effectively partner with counsel to navigate zoning ordinances, term sheets, and incentive contracts.
  • Experience with complex and capital intensive infrastructure development cycles.
  • Highly structured and process-driven, with a speed and execution mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities across internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, particularly in public-facing or sensitive negotiation settings.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.
  • Bachelor's degree or greater in a relevant technical, legal, or policy field.

Benefits

  • Salary range $125,000-$230,000
  • Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision)
  • Employee equity stock options
  • 20 days PTO

Job title

Director – Site Development

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$125,000 - $230,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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