Business Development Manager

Role Summary :

Come join the Indeck Energy team!

Indeck Energy, a leader in the development and operation of renewable and conventional power generation, is seeking a Manager of Business Development.

Reporting to the Vice President of Business Development, the Manager of Business Development will have direct development task responsibility from project concept through transaction execution for the development of new renewable generation projects in the United States.

Join Indeck Energy as we execute our sustainable development strategy focused primarily on renewable generation (solar PV and battery storage) and expand our team with experienced, highly motivated professionals.

Must be able to work in the United States without employer support or sponsorship

Responsibilities :

• Non-remote position. Must report into the Buffalo Grove, IL. office.
• Identify market opportunities and development prospects.
• Assist in real estate development and land procurement.
• Conduct and coordinate key initial project development tasks such as market assessments, feasibility analyses, and site reconnaissance.
• Support and / or coordinate activities to secure site control in targeted areas and secure tax abatement and other financial incentives.
• Establish and implement project development plans, and budgets, and track and report on project development tasks.
• Coordinate with internal / external finance groups to develop project financial models.
• Support for project origination, including executing business development campaigns on targeted market segments, implementing contact plans with customers, developing origination materials, and supporting successful power purchase agreement negotiation.
• Identify key RFP opportunities and support the submission of RFP proposals.
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to align development outcomes with project origination, design, and construction constraints.
• Retain and manage consultants and other independent contractors to perform project-related due diligence.
• Represent Indeck with project stakeholders, including customers, landowners, and federal, state, and local officials.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Desired Skills & Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• A graduate study including an MBA is a plus.
• Experience in Real Estate Development, Land Procurement a plus
• 3-8 years of proven experience in electric power project development, with a clear understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with early to mid-stage development.
• Successful, demonstrable track record in the development of renewable energy and / or energy storage projects.
• Strong leadership skills and self-motivated.
• Commercial acumen and the willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Strong, demonstrated understanding of power project structuring.
• Ability to understand key business drivers.
• Effective at producing and summarizing relevant information quickly to help drive decision-making.
• Proven ability to understand, negotiate, and execute real estate contracts and power purchase agreements.
• Ability to build and maintain business relationships and consensus with stakeholders across the business and at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to write effective, concise reports, presentations, and other written communications.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office package, including Microsoft Project.

About Indeck Energy :

Indeck Energy Services, Inc. was established in 1985 as an Independent Power Producer and developer of cogeneration plants.

Indeck is one of the leading developers, owners and operators of energy facilities and independent power projects in North America.

Indeck is privately held and incorporated in Illinois, with its headquarters located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.

Indeck has developed, owned, and operated over 4,000 MW of electric generation assets of various technologies across the United States.

Seniority Level : Mid-Senior Level

Employment Type : Full-time

Industry : Renewables, Oil & Energy

Job Functions : Business Development, Sales.

Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, LIFE, 401k.