Now Hiring - Business Development Manager PNW in Boulder, CO

ABOUT THE ROLE

TransAlta is looking to hire an experienced Business Development Manager, to join our growing Development team to advance the development of TransAlta's portfolio in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.

The ideal candidate will foster a stakeholder-driven growth program that ensures TransAlta, and TransAlta Renewables are uniquely and competitively positioned to secure and deliver greenfield growth opportunities. This involves developing and maintaining strong relationships with project and internal stakeholders to ensure greenfield projects progress smoothly through the development life cycle using sound project management practices. The project developer will essentially be the face of the project until it transitions to the execution group (construction).

As the Business Development Manager, you will be focused on the WECC market, primarily the Pacific Northwest but may also work on projects in other regions across the United States. As such, some travel across the United States may be required. You will oversee, evaluate, and execute greenfield investment opportunities that will increase the value of TransAlta's and TransAlta Renewables' common equity and generate superior industry returns in targeted geographies and technologies. A major focus of the position will also be on redevelopment opportunities in alternative technologies at TransAlta's Centralia Coal facility and former coal mining lands.

This is a full-time salaried position. Our preferred location is based at our office in Boulder, Colorado or Centralia, Washington. We would consider candidates who are willing to work remotely from the US but travel would be required to meet the expectations of this position.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As the Business Development Manager, you will be:

• Accountable for the evaluation and execution of renewable energy development projects consistent with the corporate growth strategy

• Accountable for all development and redevelopment opportunities at TransAlta's Centralia Coal facility and mine

• Accountable for leading project teams and project development through all stages of development, from the conceptual stage to the hand-off to the execution team for construction. This will include leading the following initiatives:

  • Community outreach and other stakeholder management activities

  • Land acquisition efforts

  • Market, regulatory, and other related project research

  • Efforts to obtain permits for renewable projects at the local, state, and federal level

  • Efforts to secure transmission and interconnection rights from utilities and transmission providers

  • Engineering and construction planning activities

  • Lead the preparation of proposals that are submitted to potential power purchasers

  • Lead the negotiations of various commercial contracts, such as Power Purchase Agreements and Turbine Supply Agreements

  • Carry proposed projects through the internal approval processes, including securing Board of Directors approval for final investment decision

  • Accountable for identifying and mitigating enterprise risks as they relate to the projects under development

• Accountable for developing and implementing budgets and schedules for development projects all the way to the start of construction activities

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field

• 7 years+ of progressively responsible development experience in the electricity sector

• Strong understanding of the project development process

• Ability to lead a team of high-performing subject matter experts toward a common shared goal

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Cross-functional coordination and leadership skills

• Demonstrated ability to build trust in relationships with internal and external counterparts including customers, vendors, and other project stakeholders

• Ability to effectively represent the company at public events

• Well-developed presentation skills with the ability to present to an executive team

• Ability to identify and collect relevant data to support decision making process

Additional Requirements

• Strong leader who facilities trust and collaboration among team members

• Strong team player who is dedicated and committed to team success

• Motivated and committed to the success of the team and our organization

• Available and able to travel within the United States as required

• Available to attend customer, corporate, and stakeholder events

• Available to work extended hours to meet tight deadlines and commitments, when required\

WHAT WE OFFER

TransAlta is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where you can be your true and authentic self. We offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and rewards program. Here are some highlights of our total rewards package:

• Annual base salary starting at USD $137,040.00 - $188,430.00. The final agreed-upon base salary is based on the successful candidate(s) qualifications and experience.

• Annual incentive program

• 401(k) plan with 5% fixed employer contributions, up to 5% company matching, and additional employee contribution

• Benefits program for you and your family which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Paid time off

** Please note that our total rewards program is subject to change based on state or federal eligibility and legislation and as per the final terms and conditions of the offer of employment.

TransAlta Corporation
110 Twelfth Ave SW
Calgary
Alberta Canada
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