The Manager, Business Development at Copia Power is responsible for executing transactions related to utility-scale solar, storage, and digital infrastructure projects, including financial modeling, due diligence, and contract negotiations, to support the company's growth in renewable energy infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Lead transaction execution activities for utility-scale solar and storage project acquisitions, dispositions, and strategic partnerships.
Manage internal underwriting processes, including constructing and optimizing project financial models.
Coordinate due diligence investigations with internal and external resources.
Support negotiation of definitive documentation and major project contracts such as offtake, procurement, and EPC agreements.
Prepare and present approval materials for executive and board-level investment decisions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to negotiate and optimize project contracts and commercial terms.
Provide analytical support by translating project contracts into dynamic financial models and sensitivities.
Requirements
Five years of professional experience, including at least two years in substantially similar quantitative roles working directly with utility-scale solar and storage projects and related investment decisions.
Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in a quantitative field.
Experience in M A transactions including utility-scale solar and storage project and portfolio acquisitions, either as deal lead or as a key contributor in supporting roles.
Advanced Excel capabilities with the ability to build, validate, and sensitize dynamic models with project finance structures including construction debt, term debt, tax equity, and preferred equity.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with experience supporting investment decisions and internal approval processes.
Ability to work out of Copia’s Washington, DC, office three days per week.
Ability to travel up to 15%.
Benefits & Perks
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage with no premiums
Company contribution to 401(k) plans
Annual bonus eligibility
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid company holidays
Wellness and cell phone credits
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support
Opportunities for professional development
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