Vice President Project Finance

Storm4; California (MO); Remote; USD 225,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks a VP of Project Finance to spearhead financing strategies for utility-scale solar projects. This role involves managing complex financial transactions, building investor relationships, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project finance, particularly in renewable energy, and strong leadership skills. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project finance or structured finance.
• Proven experience closing large-scale energy project financings.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of project finance for utility-scale solar developments.
• Manage investor and lender relationships, coordinate due diligence.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance

MBA

CFA

Job description

Role: VP of Project Finance

Industry: Renewable Energy (Utility-Scale Solar)

Location: California (Remote)

Salary: $225,000 - $300,000

This is a compelling opportunity for an experienced VP of Project Finance to lead the financing strategy and execution for a pioneering utility-scale solar company. The organization is accelerating the transition to clean energy by delivering bankable, large-scale solar infrastructure through innovative project structuring and smart capital deployment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of project finance for utility-scale solar developments, including debt structuring, tax equity, and sponsor equity transactions.
• Collaborate with development, legal, engineering, and executive teams to structure and close complex project-level financings.
• Manage investor and lender relationships, coordinate due diligence, and oversee transaction execution to financial close.
• Evaluate financial models and risk profiles of project pipelines, ensuring alignment with investment and return targets.
• Negotiate and execute term sheets, financing agreements, and partnership arrangements.
• Monitor market trends, tax policies, and capital markets to optimize financing strategies.
• Build and lead a high-performing project finance team, driving continuous improvement and knowledge development.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and lender requirements, reporting obligations, and financial covenants.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in project finance or structured finance, with a strong track record in renewable energy, particularly utility-scale solar.
• Proven experience closing large-scale energy project financings involving tax equity, debt, and sponsor equity.
• Deep understanding of financial modelling, tax equity structures (e.g., partnership flips), and risk allocation in infrastructure deals.
• Strong relationships with capital providers, including banks, tax equity investors, and infrastructure funds.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field required; MBA or CFA is a strong plus.
• Comfortable working remotely and occasionally traveling to meet with investors, partners, and internal teams.

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