Energy Dispatch Director jobs in California

EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company's PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.

We are considering candidates at the Director or Senior Director level, with a preference for those that have relevant large-scale utility development experience in California and/or Nevada.. Responsible for managing a portfolio of development projects, from the land origination, interconnection and permitting phases, to supporting Origination and VaT in the marketing of the project, followed by pre-construction preparation and support through the project's commissioning and project financing and preparing any required documentation to aid in any investor conversations for DSSA, O&M or Generation. Responsible for budget, permitting, pricing, marketing, management, and internal communications for the portfolio of projects assigned to them as Phase Leader. This includes either leading or supporting pricing and technical aspects of power Request for Proposals (RFPs) from any and all clients interested in purchasing power from the portfolio of projects, managing current contracts and forecasting and scoping future needs of pre-capitalized and capitalized renewable energy projects. Responsible for coordinating the preparation of all materials to allow for a smooth transition of projects from the origination team to the financing, EPC teams and asset management, and to other Phase Leaders. Act as a clearinghouse for development related questions from the Financing and EPC teams once the responsibility for the project has been transferred. Facilitate productive communication between internal groups and offices, and develop and implement systems and policies consistent with those specified by Management

Accountable for the successful development and marketing of a portfolio of projects under her/his assignment and is responsible for budget forecasting, coordinating consultants, and Regional and Corporate Teams in Resource Assessment, Contract Execution, Legal, Land/Title, Transmission, Engineering, Accounting, Project Finance, Valuation & Transactions, O&M, and Asset Management.

Internal Development-Related Duties:

Overall manage the development of a portfolio of projects: budgeting and finances, project timing and planning, risks assessment and management, legal balance and exposure of the projects
• Coordinate directly with corporate Resource Assessment Group to review, research, investigate, and analyze potential wind and solar acquisition opportunities. Effectively elevate issues to Directors / Regional VP as necessary
• Lead communications with EDF Renewables Program Managers to develop and finalize construction scope of work and drawings. Coordinate with Program Managers on development deliverables and construction time-lines
• Obtain internal approvals to develop renewable energy projects, including drafting or facilitating investment memos, projections and capitalization processes. Effectively elevate issues to Directors / Regional VP as necessary
• Forecasting and scoping future needs of pre-capitalized and capitalized renewable energy projects

External Development-Related Duties:

• Lead and facilitate communications and negotiations with external stakeholders, including but not limited to contractors, land-owners, permit agencies, utilities and other stakeholders. Effectively elevate issues to Directors / Regional VP as necessary
• Oversight of local, state and/or federal environmental permitting processes, as a precondition of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) or Environmental Impact Statements/Reports. Utilization of support groups to identify construction-related issues, prior to obtaining a CUP. Responsible for securing internal approval for pre-construction analyses required for local permits, including but not limited to Encroachment, Grading, Foundation, and Building Permits that are needed prior to turning over the project to the construction team
• Facilitate contracting for pre-construction activities such as preliminary geotechnical engineering, preliminary engineering, identifying and presenting a plan to meet FAA requirements and other requirements, where applicable
• Initiate, develop, and maintain strategic relationships with all the project's partners, including but not limited to power purchaser, utilities, landowners, permitting authorities etc. Keep Director and Regional Vice President closely informed and effectively elevate issues as necessary
• Manage (contract, engage, and discontinue, as necessary) consultants - including but not limited to environmental, engineering, aviation, biological consultants on the projects, with guidance from Directors / RVP as necessary
• Leverage opportunities at industry trade-shows, conferences, and landowner and government meetings on behalf of EDF Renewables to strengthen and capitalize on relationships with potential customers, financial and investment partners, and utilities
• Provide perspective on market trends and policy research and analysis of energy technologies and markets to quantify market potential and cultivate new development opportunities
• Act as a Development Department resource and role model within EDF Renewables in creating problem-solving methods for permitting, interconnection, landowner, community and media relations and interconnect issues
• Work with regional team to design and implement land acquisition campaigns, including identification of landowners within prospective sites, initiating contact with landowners, meeting with individual landowners to articulate the benefits of company's value proposition and negotiating contracts with landowners and/or landowner attorneys for participation in proposed renewable energy projects

Other Duties as Assigned

• Timesheet shall be completed on a weekly basis
• Training and other corporate requirements shall be performed in a timely manner and by deadlines specified
• Attendance at weekly team meetings and monthly group meetings

Education/Experience:

Sr. Director typically requires a bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related discipline required and a minimum of 10 years of directly related experience; MBA or related Masters' degree preferred.

A minimum of 8 years' experience overseeing project management of energy-related projects. Work experience should include at least 5 years of large scale utility energy development projects. Experience leading a small team also required.

Director level typically requires a bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related discipline required and a minimum of 10 years of directly related experience; MBA or related Masters' degree preferred.

A minimum of 6 years' experience overseeing project management of energy-related projects. Work experience should include at least 3 years of large scale utility energy development projects. Experience leading a small team also required.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Demonstrate that he/she has successfully independently managed contract negotiations
• Demonstrate a thorough awareness of potential project development issues and ability to elevate issues to Directors / RVP in a timely, solutions-oriented way
• Demonstrate a command of legal knowledge and background associated with successful contract management
• Demonstrate successful project financing experience
• Able to successfully work and communicate with members of Sr. Management, peers, subordinates, and unaffiliated third parties
• Strongly prefer large scale utility development experience in both California and Nevada

Physical Requirements:

Must be capable of traveling to various office locations and remote development sites throughout the western US. Must be able to conduct site visit/meeting in variable weather environments and which may require walking over rough terrain.

Working Conditions:

Approximately 60% of the time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Project, MS Access, etc.), telephones and general office equipment. The remaining time is spent in the field, leading pre-capitalized project implementation, capitalized project implementation/ development as well as managing the assessment and pursuit of new business opportunities, attending meeting, and conducing site visits and field evaluations. Overnight travel and remote work may be required on a weekly basis and at times will be with little notice.

This role's annual base salary range is between $148,000 - $220,00

In addition, EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employment incentives, including.

• Competitive Bonus incentives: This position is eligible for our annual bonus program
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: EDF Renewables USA pays 100% of premiums for employee health benefits & provides low-cost coverage for eligible dependents
• Rewarding 401k Package: EDF Renewables provides a generous contribution with immediate vesting

We are also proud to offer:

• Favorable time off programs, including paid parental leave
• Rewarding Learning & Development Opportunities
• Personalized Financial 1:1 Coaching Workshops

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of Delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.