Copia Power · 21 hours ago
Director, Thermal Development
Dana Point, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
7+ years expCopia Power is an energy transition company focused on developing large-scale infrastructure assets in the U.S. They are seeking a Director of Thermal Development to lead efforts in developing thermal power generation facilities, overseeing projects from inception to construction, and managing a portfolio of projects.
EnergyRenewable EnergySemiconductor
No H1B
Responsibilities
Acting as the lead subject matter experts to develop early and late-stage thermal energy projects, manage projects into the construction phase, and support the project through commissioning and project financing for handover to asset management and operations
Managing the development of a portfolio of projects: budgeting and finances, project timing and planning, risks assessment, and defining portfolio priorities based on development metrics and offtake potential
Managing third-party consultants and experts in support of the development of portfolio projects
Coordinating with interdisciplinary teams including land negotiations, real estate, engineering, permitting, interconnection and legal through construction commencement
Facilitating project discretionary permitting including permit strategy, tracking permit efforts, working with local AHJs, and obtaining all entitlements for the successful construction and operation of project facilities
Collaborating with an internal team and external consultants to site siting constraints, project design, technology options, resource assessments, and procurement strategies
Supporting the negotiation of critical project agreements including equipment supply agreements, PPAs, IAs, EPC contracts and O&M agreements
Managing and conducting due diligence on individual or portfolio acquisitions, where they will work closely with the business development and M&A team to assess project risk and opportunity, complete project valuations, and make recommendations on transaction, structuring, and acquisition of assets
Qualification
Required
7+ years professional experience, in the energy industry
Proven experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel
Experience with project management software
Ability to work in the Dana Point, Salt Lake City, or Lake Oswego office a minimum of 3 days per week
Ability to travel up to 30%
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence
Highly driven with problem-solving abilities, integrity, and strong work ethic
Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization
Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors
Resourcefulness and polite persistence
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage with no premiums
Company contribution to 401(k) plans
Annual bonus eligibility
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid company holidays
Wellness and cell phone credits
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support
Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company
Company
Copia Power
Copia Power is an energy transition firm focused on creating, building, and owning large-scale infrastructure assets in the United States.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.27B2025-03-06Debt Financing· $2.27B
Leadership Team
Jim Howell
President, Head of Strategy
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