Project Associate – Acquisition/Strategy

C&I Distributed Energy (DE) develops, invests in, and delivers distribution-connected solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in North America. The DE team offers the full spectrum of BESS and PV+BESS solutions – from integrated ESS hardware and software, project development and investment to asset management and operations.

Our business is growing, and we are looking for a high-potential candidate to join our team as a Project Associate – Acquisition/Strategy. This role will primarily support the Project Acquisition and Due Diligence team within DE by supporting the execution of project/portfolio acquisition opportunities including valuation, due diligence, investment proposal, and etc. Emphasis for the position will be on highly self-sufficient individuals with leadership, finance, modeling, and presentation skills.

This position is based at our New Jersey office and requires ability to travel up to 20% of the time. The option to work at our Irvine or San Francisco office may be considered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying potential acquisition targets through market research, industry analysis, and networking.
• Analyze target project/portfolio by running financial models and sensitivity analysis.
• Perform thorough due diligence on potential project acquisitions, including data/information validation, technical, financial, and legal evaluations.
• Support due diligence (including data validation, valuation, etc), deal negotiation, and complex transactions.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to senior management, investment committee and stakeholders.
• Update project documentation through the acquisition lifecycle and assist with project timeline and deadline management related to acquisition activities and post-closing items.
• Manage post-acquisition development tasks, ensuring all remaining development activities are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee the integration of acquired projects into the company’s portfolio, coordinating with relevant teams to ensure seamless transition and operation.
• Perform market & competitive analyses and contribute to developing business strategy and frameworks to expand operating PV/ESS assets in the states.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization including project finance, project engineering/management, grid services, and legal.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Finance/Accounting, Engineering, Energy or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a development role with specific focus on financial modeling.
• Demonstrated capacity for analytical thinking with high proficiency in MS Excel and advanced problem-solving skills.
• Clear understanding of basic finance, accounting, and economic concepts: financial modeling, DCF, NPV, project accounting, and etc.
• Ability to work both well independently and within broad, diverse teams, building relationships with other department to accomplish objectives.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to cope with tight deadlines and time-sensitive milestones/deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree, ideally in Energy, Environmental, or Sustainability field, or similar level of energy-specific experience. MBA preferred.
• Demonstrated familiarity with solar power and/or energy storage.
• High-level understanding of the dynamics between energy policies, technology, and finance.
• High-level understanding of project management, engineering, procurement, and construction processes.
• Passion for renewable energy and interest in developing deep industry expertise energized by engaging in new industries/technologies; continuous learner mindset.

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is headquartered in Irvine, CA, and handles sales for the North American region. It is a subsidiary of Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd., one of the world´s largest and most recognized photovoltaic manufacturers for its high-performance, high-quality solar cells and modules. It is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ). Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, the company provides excellent services and long-term partnerships to its customers in the utility, commercial, government, and residential markets. Hanwha Q CELLS is a flagship company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, and a Top 8 business enterprise in South Korea. HQCA recently acquired Geli, a leading developer of Energy Management System software for energy storage, solar, and other renewable resources.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility

Standing

20% of time

Sitting

70% of time

Walking

10% of time

Strength

Pulling

up to 10 Pounds

Pushing

up to 10 Pounds

Carrying

up to 10 Pounds

Lifting

up to 10 Pounds

Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Typing

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Turning

F

Twisting

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

• This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.

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