Cordia Group · 17 hours ago
Project Development Manager
CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expCordia LLC is a trusted provider of on-site, distributed and district energy systems, offering integrated solutions across the full energy lifecycle. The Project Development Manager will manage the development of complex energy infrastructure transactions, including originating and closing long-term contracts for energy solutions while collaborating with various internal teams and external stakeholders.
Property DevelopmentProperty ManagementReal EstateResidential
Responsibilities
Advance customer opportunities, with an initial emphasis on customers in sectors such as higher education, healthcare, real estate, industrial, and related industries
Engage directly with potential customers to evaluate energy goals and structure transactions aligned with their operational, financial, and sustainability priorities in mind
Develop and structure energy solutions that meet the Cordia risk and return criteria
Lead negotiations for PPAs, ESAs, and other complex contracts, ensuring terms meet client expectations while delivering company growth targets
Communicate with decision makers and other potential customer representatives to develop positive relationships to secure the sale of the company’s offerings
Provide technical sales support and coordination, both internally and externally
Progress commercial efforts by coordinating developing and presenting concepts and preliminary technical findings, at various stages of the project development process, whether in written form or in oral presentation format
Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of project development involving a wide variety of technologies and involving multi-discipline project staff
Manage and/or participate in the production and coordination of several projects concurrently
Work closely with the Cordia’s engineering, operations, and Finance personnel to develop project scopes, costs, savings, schedule, and financial expectations including leading a presentation to the Cordia’s investment committee prior to the submittal of a project proposal
Represent Cordia at key client meetings, industry events, and conferences to expand visibility and strengthen brand presence
Travel as needed to meet with customers and support broader business objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, or related field; MBA preferred
5+ years of experience in project development, or business development within district energy, distributed generation, power generation, oil & gas, or other energy infrastructure
Demonstrated success leading multi-million-dollar energy or infrastructure transactions with ability to navigate complex organizational structures and procurement processes
Familiarity with outcome-based, consultative selling practices and solutions in healthcare, higher education, or industrial market
Past experience with district energy, central utility systems, or on-site power generation is a plus
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project scheduling tools
Experience with CRMs, SalesForce experience is preferred
Experience with financial and economic modeling of energy projects
Past experience developing energy infrastructure projects
Working knowledge of U.S. electricity markets and utility rate structures
Proven ability to negotiate and close complex agreements (ESAs, PPAs, LOI, MOUs)
Benefits
Annual performance-based bonus
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement match, paid time off, and paid holidays
Hybrid work schedule with flexible work schedules for onsite and remote work
Company
Cordia Group
Cordia, subsidiary of the Hungarian Futureal Group is a leading residential real estate developer in Central and Eastern Europe.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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