Sr BD Manager/BD Manager

Company summary

Recurrent Energy is one of the world’s largest and most geographically diversified utility-scale solar and energy storage project development, ownership and operations platforms. With an industry-leading team of in-house energy experts, we are a subsidiary of Canadian Solar Inc. and function as Canadian Solar’s global development and power services business. Recurrent Energy is focused on bringing low-cost clean energy and meaningful economic development to communities across the world. Recurrent Energy has completed the development of 11 gigawatts (GWp) of operating utility-scale solar projects and more than 3 gigawatt hours (GWh) of energy storage projects across six continents. We have 27 GWp of solar and 63 GWh of battery storage projects under development. Our mission is to deliver clean, reliable & affordable power to the world, today & tomorrow.

• Work in an inclusive, global environment in the field of renewable energy
• Continue to learn, grow, and be challenged in a fast-growing industry
• Be part of a team where your voice matters
• Flexible and dynamic work environment with Hybrid work policy in place
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Key Responsibilities:

• The Sr. BD Manager/BD Manager will work within the Italian Business Development Department, acting as a key point of reference for the whole team, supporting the development and execution of the Recurrent Energy PV and BESS pipeline in Italy (~ 3 GW PV – of which 400+ MW with positive EIA - and more than 10GWh BESS)
• Drive the advancement of each project opportunity by leading all necessary steps in the process (both internal and external) from any stage up to NTP, including secondary permitting
• Coordinate with other functions to secure project financing, procurement and routes-to-market before starting construction
• Ensure economic viability of projects/pipeline opportunities (using the financial model and taking ownership of assumptions). Prepare and lead Investment Committee approval process
• Effectively and professionally manage relationships with external stakeholders, including public entities (state, regional and local), DNO & TSO, development or JV partners, local communities, advisors, etc.
• Build new relationships within the utility, municipality, and partners involved allowing the Company to increase the projects portfolio.
• Keep fully informed on key market developments, regulatory changes and industry news/events to quickly identify business opportunities or criticalities.
• Proven experience in the Italian PV and BESS market
• Solid knowledge of the regulatory framework and permitting process both at National and Regional level
• Strong communication skills: speaking clearly, effectively, and to the point to the top executives.
• Exceptional analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative.
• Team-player, understands the power of team collaboration.
• Strong Project Management capabilities: being able to coordinate internal and external stakeholders
• Always delivers high-quality outputs, always on time.
• Used to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines in a demanding environment.

Education & Training:

• BSc or MSc degree.

Languages:

• Italian native speaker.
• Spanish also valued.