Job Description : Overview :
We are seeking a highly motivated, talented, and experienced individual to join our team as a Renewable Energy Development Manager covering projects across the United States. In this role, you will work closely with the Director of Early-Stage Development to generate new renewable and storage investment opportunities across the United States for Deriva Energy and support early-stage efforts to execute on these opportunities by securing project site control and interconnection positions.
Responsibilities :
- Able to succeed in a fast pace, dynamic, competitive marketplace :
Strong understanding of project drivers & competition to deliver project investment opportunities
Commercial understanding of value and risk drivers related to project technical aspects (interconnection, resource, constructability, design, etc.)Ability to effectively negotiate commercial terms with counterparties to maximize value to The Company in a professional and ethical manner (customers, project partners, EPC / supplier contracts, transmission providers, landowners, taxing authorities / entities, O&M contracts, etc.)Demonstrated ability to identify strategic business opportunities :Mitigate risk and successfully structure projects through complementary project contracts
Perform risk assessments, business impact analyses and strategy selectionEvaluate applicable laws and regulations to determine project impactsStrong understanding of financial driversStrong customer focus & understanding of customer needs :Work closely with the customer at all levels of the organization (C-Level executives to procurement personnel)
Understand customer needs and structure specific business solutionsSupport early-stage greenfield renewable project prospecting to drive growth :Manage a development budget and prudently spend company resources to create investment opportunities
Develop and implement growth strategiesDemonstrated ability to lead and manage project team members and technical subject matter experts :Work across functional areas to foster collaboration and cooperation to achieve shared goals
Provide direction to internal stakeholders such as, engineering, environmental, underwriting, operations, treasury, risk, tax, finance, accounting, insurance, corporate communications, etc. to achieve project goalsSupport the finance, construction, and operations teams to achieve successful project outcomesDemonstrated ability to build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with external stakeholders including customers, project partners, local officials, community members, landowners, transmission owners, environmental agencies, regulatory bodies, etc :Frequent travel required to meet with key stakeholders
Spearhead project approvals :Prepare and participate in required transaction approval documentation and presentations for senior management approval and deal closure.
Interact with senior management for reporting, strategy development and execution planning.Basic / Required Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering or other related fieldIn addition to required degree, minimum four (4) years relevant work experienceDesired Qualifications :
Master's degreeUtility scale renewables and energy storage development experienceExperience with interconnection procedures in PJM and Southeastern marketsExtensive experience collaborating with and leading teams of SMEsFinancial and business acumen, business strategy, executive level presentationExcellent problem-solving skills, optimistic self-starter, entrepreneurialStrong knowledge of renewable generation technologies and policy incentives, wholesale electricity markets, interconnection, real estate contracts, tax abatementsStrong written and interpersonal communication skillsProblem solving, negotiation, project management and implementation skillsWorking Conditions :
This role is intended to be located at the Deriva Headquarters office in Charlotte, NC. Strategic locations in wind development regions may also be considered for more experienced candidates.Up to 30% travel should be anticipated to conduct site visits and manage existing development projects.Benefits :
Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) with matchingEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveAttractive Bonus PotentialLI-DG1
Additional Information :
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.
Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
