[Hiring] Director - Site Development @Thea Energy

Role Description

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• This role will require up to 50% travel.

Benefits

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