Originate and develop energy storage projects, simultaneously managing site origination, permitting, interconnection, tax negotiation, revenue contracting, and other development activities.
Identify and interface with utilities, C&I customers, landowners, and other prospects to evaluate and secure new project opportunities .
Manage proposal process for RFPs in a specified territory.
Evaluate site-related due diligence in support of project origination.
Work with the greater energy storage team to incorporate new markets and products into development opportunities
Efficiently manage project schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion.
Communicate effectively with project stakeholders to facilitate the project permitting and approval process.
Support internal finance, legal, technical, and construction teams to facilitate successful project financing and construction
Manage project specific external consultants to support civil, permitting, and other development activities.
Identify , manage, and resolve real estate issues, including but not limited to easements, access, and title concerns.
Follow changes in the storage market and evaluate potential value that different offerings can bring to Nexamp projects.
Travel as needed; some evening and weekend work required.
Requirements
You will be hybrid out of Chicago, IL. You will report to the Director, Energy Storage Development.
At least 4 years of relevant renewable energy project development or power industry experience, with battery storage technologies preferred.
Bachelor's Degree in related field.
Demonstrated experience developing projects from inception through investment decision in Illinois.
Strong project management skills with the ability to independently drive multiple energy storage opportunities, manage schedules and budgets, and move projects from origination through investment decision .
Ability to identify development risks, evaluate tradeoffs, and resolve complex issues related to siting , permitting, interconnection, real estate, and commercial lease negotiation .
Ability to use standard computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite and particularly Excel.
Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.
Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.
If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please apply.
You'll love working here because:
Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offer
Additional Information
Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp!
This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world.
Nexamp · Chicago, IL