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  1. Occupations
  2. Wind Energy Development Managers

Wind Energy Development Managers

Lead or manage the development and evaluation of potential wind energy business opportunities, including environmental studies, permitting, and proposals. May also manage construction of projects.

SOC: 11-9199.10

Common Job Titles

  • Business Development Director
  • Business Development Manager
  • Development Director
  • Development Manager

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Wind Energy Development Managers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

630,980

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $68,860. 25th percentile: U.S. $100,010. 50th percentile: U.S. $136,550. 75th percentile: U.S. $179,190. 90th percentile: U.S. $227,590. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$68,860
10% of workers earn the following or more$227,590
Workers on average earn$149,890

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Administration and Management4.1/5
  • English Language3.8/5
  • Building and Construction3.8/5
  • Engineering and Technology3.7/5
  • Economics and Accounting3.4/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • ESRI ArcGIS software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software

Technology Skills

  • Oracle Primavera Systems
  • Web browser software
  • Web conferencing software

Tools & Equipment

  • Barometric pressure sensors
  • Cup anemometers
  • Dataloggers
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital still cameras
  • Digital video cameras
  • Electronic temperature sensors
  • Handheld global positioning system GPS units
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Wind Energy Operations Managers 11-9199.09
  • Wind Energy Engineers 17-2199.10
  • Solar Energy Systems Engineers 17-2199.11
  • Hydroelectric Production Managers 11-3051.06
  • Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar 17-2199.03

Moderately Similar

  • Geothermal Production Managers 11-3051.02
  • Solar Energy Installation Managers 47-1011.03
  • Wind Turbine Service Technicians 49-9081.00
  • Sustainability Specialists 13-1199.05
  • Construction Managers 11-9021.00

Related

  • Energy Auditors 47-4011.01
  • Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors 41-4011.07
  • Chief Sustainability Officers 11-1011.03
  • Biomass Power Plant Managers 11-3051.04
  • Biofuels Production Managers 11-3051.03
  • Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers 11-9041.01
  • Project Management Specialists 13-1082.00
  • Architectural and Engineering Managers 11-9041.00
  • Civil Engineers 17-2051.00
  • Electrical Engineers 17-2071.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateLeadershipIssuer: Florence-Darlington Technical College
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  • Post-Baccalaureate CertificateGraduate Certificate in Business ExchangeIssuer: Troy University
  • Doctoral DegreeDoctor of Philosophy in Global LeadershipIssuer: Troy University
  • Doctoral DegreeDoctor of Philosophy in CriminologyIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Social ScienceIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in PsychologyIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in ManagementIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Science in International RelationsIssuer: Troy University
  • Master's DegreeMaster of Public AdministrationIssuer: Troy University