Experienced Sr. Manager of Development at Copia handling renewable energy project development. Leading teams for solar portfolio projects in the WECC and CAISO regions.
Responsibilities
Developing a growing portfolio of Copia’s solar and energy storage projects in the WECC and CAISO regions.
Leading a team of subject matter experts to develop early and late-stage renewable energy projects, manage projects into the construction phase, and support the project through commissioning and project financing for handover to asset management and operations.
Managing the development of a portfolio of projects: budgeting and finances, project timing and planning, risks assessment, and defining portfolio priorities based on development metrics and offtake potential.
Coordinating with and managing interdisciplinary teams including land negotiations, real estate, engineering, permitting, interconnection and legal through construction commencement.
Facilitating project discretionary permitting including permit strategy, tracking permit efforts, working with local AHJs, and obtaining all entitlements for the successful construction and operation of project facilities.
Collaborating with internal team and external consultants to site siting constraints, project design, technology options, resource assessments, and procurement strategies.
Supporting the negotiation of critical project agreements including equipment supply agreements, PPAs, IAs, EPC contracts and O&M agreements.
Managing and conducting due diligence on individual or portfolio acquisitions within the region, where they will work closely with the business development and M&A team to assess project risk and opportunity, complete project valuations, and make recommendations on transaction, structuring, and acquisition of assets.
Requirements
7+ years professional experience in renewable energy project development experience (WECC and CAISO experience required), including exposure to utilities, interconnection, permitting, contracting and financing.
Bachelor’s degree preferred in finance, engineering, environmental studies, renewable energy, project/construction management or similar discipline
Experience using Microsoft Office, project management software and a CRM system
Ability to work out of the Dana Point, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT, or Lake Oswego, OR office a minimum of 3 days per week.
Ability to travel up to 30% on average and more as required by projects
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage with no premiums
Company contribution to 401(k) plans
Annual bonus eligibility
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid company holidays
Wellness and cell phone credits
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support
Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company
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