VP, Renewable Energy & Sustainable Technologies

PIPER MADDOX LIMITED; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking a Vice President of Renewable Energy (Origination) to lead utility-scale solar, wind, and storage projects. This senior role requires deep market intelligence and strong negotiation skills to drive transactions from sourcing to execution. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in clean-energy M&A and an extensive network of industry contacts. Frequent travel is expected for stakeholder meetings.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a deal lead in clean-energy M&A, project finance, or energy trading.
• Senior-level experience in origination or business development with complex, multi-stakeholder transactions.
• Active industry network with 20+ executive-level developer contacts.

Responsibilities

• Source, structure, and advance renewable energy transactions from initial contact to term sheet execution.
• Lead commercial negotiations, including term sheet development, structuring, and closing.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, investor meetings, and client events.

Skills

Deal structuring

Commercial negotiation

Market intelligence

Networking

Business development

Education

Top-tier educational background

Job description

About the Job

Job Title: Vice President, Renewable Energy (Origination)

Location: Remote

About the Role

We're seeking a sharp, well-connected dealmaker to lead renewable energy origination efforts. As VP of Renewable Energy, you'll own the front end of our utility-scale solar, wind, and storage pipeline - from the first handshake to signed term sheets. You'll be the tip of the spear for building our portfolio, driving strategic relationships, and sourcing high-value opportunities.

You won't just chase deals - you'll structure them. This is a senior commercial role for someone with deep market intelligence, a robust network, and the instincts to move opportunities forward fast.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, structure, and advance renewable energy transactions from initial contact to term sheet execution
• Leverage an active network of developer, investor, and strategic partner relationships to drive pipeline growth
• Lead commercial negotiations, including term sheet development, structuring, and closing
• Collaborate with internal finance, legal, and technical teams on project viability and bankability
• Represent the company at industry conferences, investor meetings, and client events
• Travel 1-2 times per month to meet with prospects, partners, and stakeholders

What You Bring

• Proven track record as a deal lead in clean-energy M&A, project finance, or energy trading
• Senior-level experience in origination or business development with complex, multi-stakeholder transactions
• Active industry network with at least 20+ executive-level developer contacts
• Strong commercial acumen with a history of structuring and closing high-value deals
• Willingness to travel frequently and operate as a road warrior when needed
• Top-tier educational background and experience with brand-name platforms in the renewables space