Manager, Project Value (m/f/d)

Fluence Energy, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluence Energy, LLC in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Manager of Project Value to lead investment modeling and valuation, developing IRR/NPV frameworks for internal decisions and customer value propositions. The role requires translating technical and commercial inputs into investment-grade insights for BESS investments and related projects.

The ideal candidate will own valuation methodologies across regions, build complex financial models, conduct sensitivity analyses, and support strategic deals

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in finance, engineering, economics or related field; MBA a plus.
• 4–7+ years in project finance, valuation or investment analysis; IPP background preferred.
• Strong ability to translate financial insights for executive audiences.

Responsibilities

• Own valuation framework across IRR, NPV, and TCO for regions and use cases.
• Build and review complex financial models for energy projects and sensitivity analyses.
• Support deals with investment-grade valuation insights and align pricing to valuation outputs.
• Explain market structures, revenue streams, and regulatory factors to executives.

Skills

IRR/NPV modeling

Strong communication

Education

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

Job description

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services help create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios across nearly 50 markets.

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 and requires deep understanding of BESS investments, similar to a leading project investor or IPP.

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 insights to executives to influence key product roadmap decisions.
• Industry & Market Expertise: Develop expertise in key markets (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 audiences.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment; Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fluence is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes 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.