Manager, Project Development

Competitive Power Ventures, Inc. ("CPV"), with headquarters in Silver Spring, MD, and offices in Braintree, MA and Sugar Land, TX, is uniquely positioned to leverage global technology and financial partnerships to help modernize America’s power generation. We are driven to improve our energy infrastructure by developing and operating power generation facilities using cutting-edge, domestically available natural gas and renewable power technology. CPV is owned by OPC Energy, the first privately held electric company in Israel. CPV is looking for a Manager, Project Development, to join its Renewable Development Department, located in Braintree, MA. The successful candidate will play an active role in the project management, execution, and development of prospective greenfield generation projects. Candidate must be self-motivated and be willing to take initiative to complete project elements on time and on budget and have an understanding of the development of large utility or energy projects. Knowledge of US power markets, knowledge of ISOs and their operating rules, familiarity with state RPS and other incentives driving renewable energy development is required. Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are required. The position reports to the Vice President, Renewable Energy. Summary of Responsibilities Position will be responsible for the selection, permitting and execution of US projects according to company’s investment and development objectives. General responsibilities will include: Participate in the planning, development, and execution of the development program for identified projects Participate in the negotiation of necessary development agreements Manage the permitting process, anticipate and resolve other project development activities as required Develop local community support for the project Manage relationships and develop commercial agreements with potential project output off-takers Work closely with external consultants and internal departments including engineering, finance, energy management/origination, external affairs, legal and asset management Update Management on project progress, action items and budget Requirements Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant energy project development experience Bachelor’s degree, ideally in engineering or business, MBA Must be a self-starter, organized, and able to work well with personnel at all levels in the organization; must possess top level business management, interpersonal, and facilitation skills Strong financial skills and understanding of company and project profit and loss, pro forma modeling, and NPV/IRR analysis Possess a strong understanding of real estate matters and complexities Ability to gather, organize and systematically analyze complex information Effective problem-solving skills: ability to work from concept to analytics, identify alternatives and develop unique solutions Excellent writing, communications, presentation, interpersonal, problem-solving, financial analysis, and organizational skills Ability to travel 30-50% as necessary Must pass a pre-employment background and financial credit check Compensation The base annual salary range for this position is $135,000 – $165,000 in the Company’s good faith estimate. The actual base salary for this position will be contingent upon individual experience, role responsibilities, and office location. In addition to base salary, this position allows additional compensation and benefits, including: an annual discretionary bonus, variable based on individual and company performance, paid time off (PTO) of 120 hours per year, hours earned monthly, and up to 13 company paid holidays, and group benefits: 100% company paid medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with a 100% company match up to 6%, life insurance, short-and-long term disability, parental leave and flexible spending accounts. The base annual salary range may be modified in the future. Competitive Power Ventures, Inc. reserves the right to change or terminate any or all benefit plans and/or plan design at its discretion. CPV holds all employees to the highest ethical standards and is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and honesty to ensure our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr Competitive Power Ventures, Inc.