Associate Director- Solar Development (East or West)

Job Description : Overview

Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly a part of Duke Energy, Deriva is now a Brookfield Renewable company. Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world's largest publicly traded, pure-play renewable power platforms. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. Deriva empowers customers with innovative clean energy solutions that strengthen communities and serve future generations.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development, the Associate Director Solar Development will manage and lead the Solar and Hybrid Solar+Storage Development team to deliver renewable and storage investment opportunities across the East or West region. The Associate Director will manage a growing pipeline of projects, with a focus on advancing and delivering >

3 GW of existing mid and late-stage projects in the region. This role is best suited for an experienced developer with demonstrated results leading a team and bringing projects to construction handover. Working in concert with internal and external experts, responsibilities include project management, landowner and community relations, obtaining land use permits, shepherding projects through high-profile interconnection decision points, and finalizing offtake contracts, GIAs, and EPC agreements to carry a project through final investment decisions and ultimately to NTP. Deriva is a leader in facilitating a rapid and sustainable energy transition by developing high-quality renewable energy projects, fostering community partnerships, while being a responsible corporate citizen and a trusted energy solutions partner. We have ambitious growth goals and are expanding the team to support this growth.

This position is critical for Deriva Energy to realize ambitious growth aspirations. We are seeking a highly motivated individual, with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

Lead a team to develop, manage, and execute a pipeline of competitive, customer-centric project investment opportunities.

Succeed in a fast paced, dynamic, competitive marketplace

Strong understanding of project drivers & competition to deliver project investment opportunities

Commercial understanding of value and risk drivers related to project technical aspects (interconnection, resource, constructability, design, etc.)

Ability to effectively negotiate commercial terms with counterparties to maximize value to The Company in a professional and ethical manner

Identify strategic business opportunities

Mitigate risk and successfully structure projects through complementary project contracts

Perform risk assessments, business impact analyses and strategy selection

Evaluate applicable laws and regulations to determine project impacts

Strong understanding of financial drivers

Bring strong customer focus & understanding of customer needs

Work closely with the customer at all levels of the organization (C-Level executives to procurement personnel)

Understand customer needs and structure specific business solutions

Lead solar and hybrid solar+storage development on mid-late stage pipeline

Manage regional development budget and prudently spend company resources to create investment opportunities

Identify opportunities to prudently advance project while minimizing risk

Manage project team members and work effectively with technical subject matter experts

Work across functional areas to foster collaboration and cooperation to achieve shared goals

Provide direction to internal stakeholders such as, engineering, environmental, underwriting, operations, treasury, risk, tax, finance, accounting, insurance, corporate communications, etc. to achieve project goals

Support the finance, construction, and operations teams to achieve successful project outcomes

Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with external stakeholders including customers, project partners, local officials, community members, landowners, transmission owners, environmental agencies, regulatory bodies, etc.

Frequent travel required to meet with key stakeholders

Spearhead project approvals

Prepare and participate in required transaction approval documentation and presentations for senior management approval and deal closure.

Interact with senior management for reporting, strategy development and execution planning.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering or other related discipline

In addition to the degree above, six (6)or more years of related experience with one year of direct reports

In lieu of bachelor's degree, high school diploma / GED AND 10 years or more years of related work experience

Desired Qualifications

Masters degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering

One (1) or more years of experience managing direct reports

Five (5) or more years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy development

Extensive knowledge of wholesale electricity markets, interconnection process, real estate contracts, tax abatements and renewable energy technologies & policy incentives

Proven experience developing and successfully building renewable energy projects.

Demonstrated project success in PJM, MISO, SPP and / or SERC markets

Excellent problem-solving skills, optimistic self-starter

Financial and business acumen, business strategy, executive level presentation

Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and to meet deadlines and complete time-sensitive duties

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to work in a flat organization, successfully leveraging the expertise of multiple colleagues in different lines of reporting

Ability to multi-task and arbitrate between conflicting priorities

Ability to take ownership over tasks and work proactively.

Excellent communication, project management and team-building skills experience working with cross- functional internal and external technical advisors and stakeholders.

Working Conditions

Regionally based with preference given to those in Charlotte, N.C.

Office position (hybrid)

Travel 30%

Note : This position may be hired at a higher level depending on experience.

Why Join Us

Contribute directly to the growth of renewable energy and the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that values innovation and problem-solving.

Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career growth

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Attractive Bonus Potential

Additional Information :

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.