Lead negotiation and drafting of EPC, BOP, equipment supply, O&M, and LTSA agreements, with emphasis on risk allocation, performance/security, LDs, warranties, schedule, and interface risk.
Manage the full life cycle of development and construction transactions-from term sheet and RFP through NTP, COD, and handoff-across multiple matters.
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary due diligence for financings and purchase/sale transactions; act as the EPC/O&M specialist and supervise teams.
Advise on international trade restraints affecting procurement (WROs, import duties, tariffs) and integrate impacts into project documents.
Collaborate with clients to craft practical, business-oriented solutions; mentor junior lawyers; contribute to business development and thought leadership.
Requirements
10+ years of experience in renewable energy-focused project development transactions, including solar, wind, battery energy storage, and hybrid renewable energy projects.
10+ years of experience negotiating and drafting renewable energy project development agreements, including equipment supply agreements; engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) agreements, and operation and maintenance (O&M) agreements for renewable energy projects.
Experience advising clients regarding international trade restraints, including withhold release orders (WRO), import duties and tariffs, and their impact on equipment procurement and other project development documents in the renewable energy sector.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects and work successfully within a team through communication and appropriate delegation and supervision.
Experience exercising business and professional judgment, understanding client goals, and developing practical solutions to meet those goals.
Evident engagement in business development and civic and professional organizations.
JD from an accredited university and active membership or commitment to applying for the California, District of Columbia, Minnesota, Oregon, or Washington state bars.
The Energy Development Practice
Hours Expectations & Compensation
To be eligible for a bonus, associates must reach or exceed 1,850 billable hours (inclusive of up to 50 pro bono hours) and meet or exceed the all-in hours expectation.
The base compensation for this position is $350,000, inclusive of salaries in all listed markets. Base compensation presented to an individual candidate may vary based on skills and overall experience.
Developing & Retaining Talent
Stoel Rives places a high priority on attracting, developing, and retaining lawyers and business professionals.
Benefits
Vision insurancePerformance bonus
Additional Information
Senior Energy Transactions Attorney
Stoel Rives is seeking a senior attorney with at least ten years of experience to join our energy development practice group. This role involves managing complex renewable energy transactions with a focus on project development, EPC agreements, supply agreements, O&M agreements, and other service contracts.
We will consider candidates interested in the Portland, Minneapolis, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, DC offices.
Stoel · San Diego, CA