Vice President, Utility Scale Solar Development

Company: Nexamp
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Vice President, Utility Scale Solar Development Do you have a passion for making our environment better for this generation and the ones that follow?---Does working for a fast paced, growing company that is leading the way into new markets sound exciting to you?---Come join---us as we take on new challenges and help build a better tomorrow. Our mission is clear: to reshape the energy landscape, delivering value to our clients and partners while benefiting our communities and society at large.--- Let's make a difference together. Join our team. SUMMARY Nexamp is seeking a Vice President, Utility Scale Solar Development that will lead the origination and development of utility scale solar projects for Nexamp. The person selected for this role will cultivate Nexamp's utility scale strategy and oversee execution of the company's utility scale development activities, including site origination, due diligence, permitting, and project development. Specifically, this candidate will: RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee Nexamp's utility scale strategy and development activities in targeted utility scale markets.
• Lead the origination and development of utility scale projects, providing oversight and management of development activities.
• Lead and grow Nexamp's existing utility scale solar team, including hiring and overseeing developers and technical personnel to support execution.
• Identify new market opportunities for Nexamp utility scale projects, working alongside Nexamp's energy storage team to develop PV projects paired with storage.
• Coordinate closely with other internal Nexamp business units, including EPC and Asset Management, to facilitate the successful design, interconnection, construction, and management of Nexamp utility scale projects.
• Travel as needed; some evening and weekend work required. QUALIFICATIONS Our ideal candidate will have a broad skill set with a wide range of economic, technical, and industry knowledge. We are looking for an entrepreneurial leader who can organize cross-functional teams and think flexibly and strategically. Direct experience with utility-scale project development is a requirement. The ideal candidate must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, hands-on, results-oriented, and a team player.--Key qualifications as follows:
  • Ten plus years of energy industry experience in a business development role, with a successful track record of project development.
  • At least three years of specific utility scale development experience.
  • Technical and commercial understanding of PV paired with storage.
  • Understanding of renewable energy project finance, including lender/equity requirements.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
  • Effective team leader and collaborator. PERKS & COMPENSATION Not only will you get to work with a group of innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp Offers! This includes: our competitive compensation package; a 401 (k) employer-match; health, dental, & vision insurance with company contribution; Flexible Paid Time Off and Company Holidays; Commuter Benefits, Cell Phone Reimbursement; as well as a Fun, Collaborative, Downtown Office Environment! We provide healthy snacks, coffee, in-office yoga sessions, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more! NEXAMP VALUES AND MISSION Building the future of energy so it is clean, simple and accessible. Nexamp is building the energy infrastructure of tomorrow and reinventing the way people interact with the electricity that powers their lives. By deploying a distributed network of locally sourced clean energy, we seek to reduce the negative effects of climate change. Our team's diverse experience drives innovation from the ground up and with a singular passion: to deliver an accessible and sustainable energy future for all. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)? --*
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