Manager Business Development - Data Centers

Kindle Energy Management Company LLC
Remote

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Job Details

$140,000 - $175,000 a year
14 days ago

Qualifications

Customer communication
Mapping using GIS
Presentation software
GIS software
Managing projects
Technical Proficiency
Data analytics technologies

Full Job Description

JOB TITLE: Manager Business Development - Data Centers

LOCATION: Remote

MANAGER: Executive Director Business Development

Kindle Energy LLC (“Kindle”) specializes in the management, optimization, and development of power generation in the United States and Canada and is a portfolio company of Blackstone Group Inc. Blackstone is a leading global alternative asset manager with $1 trillion of total assets under management. Kindle manages 8.7 GW of generation in Ohio, Indiana, Texas, and Louisiana, with a 700 MW Combined Cycle Gas Turbine project in Louisiana and a 164 MW Simple Cycle Combustion Turbine project in Colorado, both currently under construction.

Job Summary:

We currently have an opportunity for a Manager of Business Development to support a dynamic and growing team engaged in building a pipeline of gas power plant development projects to support growing needs for clean-burning and reliable generation. This role will focus on Kindle’s data center development and origination efforts.

Responsibilities:

Support and initiate business development efforts, working collaboratively with various colleagues, for new build as well as ongoing project and business development initiatives
Develop and maintain customer relationships in support of development initiatives (e.g. relationships with landowners, prospective offtakers, community leaders, partners, vendors, etc.)
Support and lead analyses, structuring, legal drafting, and negotiations associated with complex transactions for power plant developments (e.g. engineering design, equipment procurement, construction, offtake, fuel supply, permits, market trends, insurance related matters, etc.)
Perform project evaluations and due diligence to help make recommendations in support of large customer/industry initiatives, long-term contracted investments, and new growth opportunities
Review, research, and respond to customer request for proposals (“RFPs”)
Review, research, publish, manage responses, and make selection recommendations regarding subcontractor and/or vendor RFPs
Create business case proposals and presentations for business growth and development opportunities
Conduct market research and provide analyses of multiple facets within the energy industry to develop and support new investment opportunities
Create, review, proofread, format, and present materials such as board-quality Power Point presentations and Word documents, business correspondence, financial models, technical analyses, and investment memorandums
Manage and track major project deadlines, milestones, and/or deliverables and guide them to conclusion in a timely manner
Lead and assist with special projects as required

Required Qualifications:

Minimum of Bachelors’ degree required, preferred coursework in business or a technical field; previous experience in the energy industry could be substituted in lieu of a business or technical degree
Performance is the ultimate discriminator; looking for self starter willing to take initiative in a lean and dynamic environment
5+ years related experience
Must have a high level of self-awareness, motivation, and ability to communicate openly and timely with team members and outside counterparties
Advanced technical and communications skills, including exceptional data analytics, written, and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
High proficiency in analytical and presentation tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, GIS/mapping tools and other applications
Exceptional project management, communications, analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities
Strong organizational skills, flexibility and ability to prioritize and work in a rapidly changing environment
Willingness to learn and be trained in new areas as well as the power generation industry
Willingness to travel and work extended hours as needed
Relevant work experience that will translate into a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

3 -5 Experience in Energy/Utilities business development
Experience with Data Center development

Kindle Energy LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. In addition to federal law requirements, Kindle Energy LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has or operates facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, compensation, and training.

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