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Utility-scale Development Roles, Central Region

Company: RWE Clean Energy, LLC
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 18, 2024

Job Description:


RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Project Development
Remuneration: Exempt -The Central Region Development team is seeking candidates for our current opportunities! -The Utility-scale Development team at RWE Clean Energy is responsible for initiating, developing, and acquiring utility-scale Solar, Wind, and Energy Storage projects in the US and Canada. The Central Development group focuses on PJM West, MISO North, and SPP North markets. These positions include -Development Managers. - In these roles, the new hire -will play a key role in delivering renewable energy projects in alignment with RWE's strategy in North America. -Responsibilities: -

  • Develop utility-scale Solar, Wind, and Energy Storage projects, from greenfielding to the start of construction. Provide support during the construction phase to ensure successful CODServe as project lead, managing large cross-functional project teamsUnderstand the key drivers for the project's financial attractiveness and identify the best locations in collaboration with RWE's commercial and technical teamsLead greenfield campaign to add new projects to RWE's pipelineManage the full project lifecycle, working with a strong backbone of internal subject matter experts and external consultants. This includes site due diligence, securing land control agreements, environmental and permitting, interconnection, engineering & pre-construction, energy yield, tax abatements, power marketing, and tax equity financingDrive project competitiveness optimization, via technical, commercial, and financial leversLead the due diligence of project acquisitions, in collaboration with RWE's M&A teamPrepare management presentations and drive internal approval processesDevelop and manage project budgets, objectives, schedules, and deliverables for assigned development projects
  • Actively participate in internal improvement initiatives - -Qualifications: -
    • Bachelor's degree in STEM, business/economics, or relevant fields
      • An advanced degree is a plus
        • 4+ years of work experience applicable to renewable energy infrastructure, including experience in developing energy infrastructure projects in the US
        • Proven track record of developing large energy projects across the development lifecycle
        • Strong knowledge in key areas, including energy markets, prospecting, real estate development, interconnection, permitting, environmental, project engineering, and construction management
        • Excellent project management skills
        • Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, communication skills, organization skills, and work ethic
        • Motivated self-starter, "can-do" attitude connected with strong problem-solving skills
        • Strong attention to detail and work ethic
        • Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Teams and eager to learn new tools -WORK ENVIRONMENT:This position is an office-based role with up to 50% travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations. - The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time. - -Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee as needed. - Nothing in this job description restricts management's rights to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time. - -Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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          We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

          We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

          RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry - and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years' experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

          As part of the RWE Group's Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

          Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges - and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you'll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies - and continuously improve, together. -

Keywords: RWE Clean Energy, LLC, Lombard , Utility-scale Development Roles, Central Region, Accounting, Auditing , Chicago, Illinois

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