Manager, Project Value (m/f/d)

Fluence Energy; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluence Energy in Arlington, VA, seeks a Manager of Project Value to lead investment modeling and valuation for BESS and related projects. You will translate technical inputs into compelling business insights, aligning pricing, costs and valuation across regions and use cases.

The role requires 4–7+ years in project finance or valuation, with advanced IRR/NPV modeling and strong communication skills for executive-level presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field (MBA a plus).
• 4–7+ years of experience in project finance, valuation, or investment analysis – ideally at an IPP or similar entity.
• Advanced IRR/NPV modeling expertise.
• Experience in energy, infrastructure, or capital-intensive industries preferred.
• Strong communication skills for translating financial insights into business decisions and presenting complex topics to executive level audience.

Responsibilities

• Own and standardize IRR, NPV, and TCO models across regions and use cases.
• Build and review complex financial models for BESS and hybrid energy projects.
• Conduct sensitivity analysis, scenario modeling, and risk assessment.
• Report insight to executives to influence product roadmap decisions.
• Develop expertise in key markets (utilities, data centers, renewables) and incorporate market structures into models.

Skills

IRR/NPV modeling

Financial modeling

Valuation

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field

MBA

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage.

Role Overview

As Manager of Project Value, you will lead Fluence’s investment modeling and valuation capability, developing advanced IRR/NPV frameworks that underpin both internal decision-making and customer-facing value propositions. This role translates technical and commercial inputs into investment-grade insights. You should be able to understand BESS investments like a leading project investor or IPP, and then work with multiple different teams within Fluence to deliver this commercial insight and expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Valuation Framework Ownership

• Develop and standardize IRR, NPV, and TCO models across regions and use cases
• Define modeling assumptions, methodologies, and governance
• Ensure alignment between pricing, cost inputs, and valuation outputs

Advanced Financial Modeling

• Build and review complex financial models for BESS and hybrid energy projects
• Conduct sensitivity analysis, scenario modeling, and risk assessment
• Translate system performance and market conditions into financial outcomes

Deal Finance & Commercial Support

• Support strategic deals with investment-grade valuation analysis
• Partner with commercial teams to translate financial outputs into compelling customer value stories
• Inform pricing strategy through valuation insights
• Report insight to executives to influence key product roadmap decisions

Industry & Market Expertise

• Develop expertise in key markets (e.g., utilities, data centers, renewables)
• Incorporate market structures, revenue streams, and regulatory factors into models
• Act as a subject matter expert on project finance and valuation

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field (MBA a plus)
• 4–7+ years of experience in project finance, valuation, or investment analysis – ideally at an IPP or similar entity
• Advanced IRR/NPV modeling expertise
• Experience in energy, infrastructure, or capital-intensive industries preferred
• Strong communication skills for translating financial insights into business decisions and presenting complex topics to executive level audience

Is an onsite position, and we are seeking candidates who live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Fluence office and are available to work onsite four days per week.

Equal Opportunity Employer: At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Work Authorization: To join our team, you’ll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.