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Vice President Development, West

Practice Area
Power Generation
Level of Experience
15 - 20 years
Location
Remote
Job Number
Position Filled

Joe Amara Executive Search is representing a PE backed renewable energy power producer. We are seeking a Vice President Development, West to lead the development of energy storage and hybrid renewable projects in the in the Western US.

  • Own and execute project development strategy in region.
  • Lead development of utility scale projects to successful financial close, working with in-house and external subject matter experts.
  • Work with origination team to cultivate customer relationships in region.
  • Work closely with internal and external resources to structure, negotiate and close project transactions.
  • Responsible for budget and driving profitability of utility scale projects in region
  • Lead due diligence for development or acquisition projects.
  • Work with regulatory and policy experts to track and incorporate policy and power market changes into regional strategy.
  • Provide input into company business plan and development strategy.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • A graduate degree (MBA) is desirable.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in renewable energy project development (preferably utility-scale).
  • Successful track record of executing complex energy projects and/or transactions.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, including a creative and proactive work ethic.

About Joe Amara Executive Search

Joe Amara Executive Search is a boutique executive search firm specializing in transmission, power generation and digital infrastructure, with deep networks across IPPs, the capital markets and energy advisory services globally.

Backed by a 100% completion rate and recognition from The Wall Street Journal, we are trusted to build the next generation of power and digital infrastructure leadership teams.

We lead confidential retained searches for C-suite, senior commercial, and niche technical roles across the globe. For more information please visit; joeamara.com

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