Sr Business Development Analyst-NorthStar Clean Energy

-; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company focused on decarbonizing the economy through innovative clean energy solutions. As a Senior Business Development Analyst, you will leverage your technical and commercial expertise to drive renewable energy projects from conception to execution. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure project milestones are met while contributing to a sustainable future. This role offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of utility-scale renewable projects. Embrace the opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive culture that values diversity and excellence.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Up to 13 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in business development or engineering, preferably in renewable energy.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical field required.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical evaluations and financial analysis for renewable energy projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants for project development.

Skills

Technical Evaluation

Financial Analysis

Contract Negotiation

Project Management

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Project Financial Models

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

Job description

NorthStar Clean Energy decarbonizes the economy by providing clean energy and carbon management solutions to utility, municipal, commercial, and industrial customers, enabling them to meet their sustainability and business goals. Additionally, we own and operate natural gas assets throughout the United States. To learn more about NorthStar Clean Energy, please visit www.northstarcleanenergy.com.

This position is with NorthStar Clean Energy, a CMS Energy company, and is not a position of employment with Consumers Energy.

The Senior Business Development (BD) Analyst applies a combination of technical and commercial knowledge to perform technical evaluations and financial analysis, supporting project opportunities in screening, due diligence, contracting, development, construction, and operations. The Senior BD Analyst performs technical and financial due diligence, supports contract negotiations for development-stage renewables assets and customer offtake agreements, and provides technical support for utility-scale renewable energy projects. The analyst coordinates with financial analysts to ensure that technical due diligence results are integrated into project financial models, monitors project development progress, and researches industry and market trends and pricing.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Perform technical evaluations and financial analysis, research industry/market trends and pricing, and support screening, evaluation, due diligence, and contract negotiations for renewable energy projects. Assist in project development, construction, and operations for utility-scale renewables (wind, solar, storage), collaborating with internal teams and external consultants/contractors.
2. Coordinate and manage support from internal SMEs, consultants, advisors, contractors, partners, and developers for acquisition, development, or operation of renewable assets. Prepare and analyze power purchase agreements (PPAs) with input from subject matter experts.
3. Evaluate due diligence findings with financial analysts to ensure integration into financial models. Assist in preparing bids, proposals, and due diligence reports.
4. Conduct site visits and evaluate prospective assets for acquisition or development. Participate in meetings with stakeholders, landowners, and agencies.
5. Monitor and coordinate delivery of contract commitments, maintaining positive relationships with customers and partners.
6. Track progress of development milestones to meet schedule and budget commitments.
7. Prepare due diligence and presentation materials for management and board, including risk registers and reports.
8. Analyze performance of operating assets, comparing actual vs. budgets and original decisions, and summarize results.
9. Serve as SME, tracking industry trends and developments.
10. Support project development activities such as environmental studies, land lease/purchase options, preliminary engineering, and financing coordination.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent science/technical field required.
• Master's Degree in Business, Engineering, or relevant science preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Michigan or ability to obtain one preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in business development, engineering, technical, or finance, preferably in renewable energy.
• Experience with resource assessments, development studies, land agreements, interconnection, market evaluations, siting, permitting, and related activities.
• Experience in advancing renewable assets into design, construction, and operation, including public meetings.
• Experience in due diligence, contract negotiations, and reporting is desirable.
• Experience in customer relationship management and business development practices is desirable.
• Knowledge of key technologies and services for renewable energy project acquisition, development, and operation.

Why join us?

At NorthStar Clean Energy, we support career growth, stability, and offer excellent benefits. We promote an inclusive culture where diversity is valued, and everyone feels supported and empowered. Our purpose is world-class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We value diversity and inclusion, treating everyone with respect and fairness. We foster an environment where employees feel safe to share backgrounds, experiences, and ideas through Employee Resource Groups and panels. We do not discriminate and are committed to equal opportunity employment.