Vermont Energy Investment Corporation
VEIC Job Openings:

Evaluation Manager – Open until Filled

This new position will provide strategic direction, guidance and management for all evaluation work related to VEIC’s contract to administer Efficiency Vermont (EVT).  Responsibilities include managing development of demand-side resource measure characterizations, the annual EVT savings claim verification process, input on Vermont Department of Public Service’s evaluation planning and work, development of measurement and verification plans and procedures for participation in the ISO-New England forward capacity market, and identification and development of internal market research tasks and/or other forms of evaluation.  Serves as the primary liaison for evaluation and related technical issues with staff or Vermont’s Department of Public Service and Public Service Board.  Also provides strategic technical guidance on evaluation issues addressed through the consulting work of VEIC’s Planning and Evaluation group.

Requirements: Eight years of technical experience with energy efficiency and/or renewable energy programs and five years of management experience.  Desired technical experience includes research, measure characterization, economic analysis of measure and programs, excellent knowledge of statistics and statistical analytical methods, as well as process and impact evaluation design, implementation, and analysis.  Management experience includes leadership, facilitation, staff supervision, project management, primary client liaison relationships, establishment of group goals and development and carrying out of plans to attain goals.  Extensive knowledge of, and ability to research and analyze the latest energy-efficiency and/or renewable energy technologies, practices and programs.  Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication.

DEPUTY POLICY DIRECTOR (Executive & Operations Pod) – Resume Deadline June 30, 2008

The Deputy Policy Director will assist the Policy Director in all aspects of VEIC policy and public affairs as well as coordinate internal VEIC development and implementation of an integrated public affairs plan. This position plans, researches and develops VEIC policies, positions and public affairs strategies and is responsible for external communication while managing relationships with key stakeholders and the media in support of VEIC's energy policy and public affairs goals.

Requirements: Master's Degree and five years of professional experience in public affairs, policy development and advocacy, external communications and/or related fields, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

PUBLIC POLICY & AFFAIRS MANAGER (Executive & Operations Pod) - Resume Deadline June 30, 2008

This position will coordinate and manage a broad and complex range of work within VEIC's Policy and Public Affairs group, including intake, prioritization, systems management, tracking and communication for a group of high-level professionals.  Collaboration and communication with others to develop and implement plans for public affairs and regulatory participation while contributing to planning, researching and developing VEIC policies, positions and public affairs strategies will be some of the essential job functions of the Public Policy & Affairs Manager.

Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and eight plus years of experience in high level, cross-functional management in a dynamic organization or business, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

Respond with cover letter and resume to:
resume@veic.org or mail to: VEIC Recruitment, 255 South Champlain Street, Suite 7, Burlington, VT 05401
For more information: www.veic.org

ENERGY SOLUTIONS GENERAL SALES MANAGER

Description

Our Client, a well-established leading Pittsburgh Manufacturer that specializes in a patented construction product has recently launched its Energy Solutions Business Unit and is seeking an experienced General/Sales Manager to join their management team at their corporate office headquartered in Pittsburgh.  The General/Sales Manager will play an integral part in the company's growth and success within the alternative energy solutions business unit.

 They are seeking an Energy Solutions General/Sales Manager to drive business and build strong relationships with new and existing accounts.  The Company markets to customers that range from private enterprises to Fortune 500 industry leaders.  This is an excellent growth opportunity within this new business unit across the United States.  This position is highly visible and offers the right candidate the opportunity to build a long-term, rewarding career with an industry leader.

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 ¨      Establish &  Develop a detailed sales process with proper protocol and follow-up for the sales team

¨      To oversee the development of policies, procedures and objectives for selling the Client’s Energy Solutions products and services.

¨      Lead and provide tactical direction for a diverse sales organization

¨      Demonstrate a high level of organizational skills, creative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit and perspective to recognize needs and develop solutions for customers

REQUIRED SKILLS

 ¨      BS degree.  

¨      5-10 years of Sales /Sales Leadership experience in Alternative Energy Solutions.

¨      Previous success selling and building relationships at the “C” level

¨      Must have a strong track record of success.

¨      Detail oriented and Strong computer skills.

 Compensation:   Base salary commensurate to experience plus strong incentive program.

Lead Consultant, MIC Energy Workgroup

Mass Insight Corporation, based in Boston, MA, is a research and consulting firm that seeks to keep Massachusetts and its businesses and institutions globally competitive. The firm focuses on talent and innovation-based economic development and builds strategic alliances between higher education, industry and government, both regionally and globally.  The US-China-India Initiative is a large scale collaboration between leading university, industry, and government experts in the areas of clean energy, financial services, and life sciences to build bridges between Massachusetts and targeted economic regions in China and India.

This part-time position will be responsible for: i) managing ongoing discussion of the MIC Energy Workgroup; ii) producing document deliverables for use during the US-China-India Partnerships Conference in December, 2008; iii) identifying additional resources the Workgroup may require to inform and to frame discussions; and iv) supporting the development of the planned Global Energy Research Institute throughout the year leading to the conference launch.

The 12-15 Workgroup will consist of energy leaders drawn from academia and industry in the US, China, and India. The group will discuss, through telephone conferences on a quarterly basis, the state of the field in the demand and supply sides of clean energy development, challenges to innovation in energy research and development, and how demand, knowledge and resources in India and China may inform solutions to these challenges.  The group will also design the research agenda for an independent Global Energy Research Institute.

Specifically, the consultant will be responsible for the drafting of several deliverables for presentation at the December 2008 conference will include: i) white papers on the latest advances in and application of energy generation, conservation, and storage technologies; and ii) a research agenda for the establishment of a Global Energy Research Institute in MA to focus on building cross-platform research and R&D links with China and India.

Successful candidates will have worked for several years in the energy industry, and ideally possess substantive knowledge relating to China and/or India.  MIC is searching for highly motivated and independent individuals with the ability to write concisely and to manage international teams.  The weekly work load will average 10-12 hours, with some variation as work approached the December 2008 Conference.  Competitive compensation.

Interested applicants please contact:
Ms. Helena Joseph
18 Tremont Street, Suite 930
Boston, MA 02108
Phone (617) 778-1500
Fax (617) 778-1505
Email hjoseph@massinsight.com

Green Initiative Project Manager

This is a position requiring a strong background in providing technical assistance to, and coordinating training for community-based youth development organizations.  The Green Initiative Project Manager must also have working knowledge of affordable housing development, and be articulate about the costs and benefits of green building.  The Project Manager will work on all aspects of assisting YouthBuild sites advance their practice of green building, including the use of renewable energy; and establish pathways for students and graduates to enter the green industry. 

If you are interested in applying for this position or other available positions at YouthBuild USA, please visit our website at www.youthbuild.org. To apply for this position go to www.youthbuild.org/apply or send your cover letter and resume to: Human Resources, YouthBuild USA, 58 Day Street, P. O. Box 440322, Somerville, MA 02144. Please submit resumes by March 3, 2008.

YouthBuild USA is an equal opportunity employer

Office manager/bookkeeper needed for high energy recycling company.

Save That Stuff Inc,
24 Bunker Hill Industrial Park
Boston, MA 02129
Fax 617.214.0294

Description:
Save That Stuff is a leading waste management company that helps over a two thousand New England
businesses and institutions safely and efficiently handle their recyclable and compostable materials. We
are seeking an experienced office manager/bookkeeper to round out our team. The role includes:
• managing payroll and employee benefits
• overseeing accounts receivable
• processing monthly bills and reports
• assisting with and providing general office support
Required skills:
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• efficiency in all components of MS Office
• record-keeping and bookkeeping experience a must
• experience with high volume environments preferred
• proficiency with QuickBooks required

Keys to success:
The office manager will be a key representative of the organization, taking phone calls, interfacing with
clients and partners, etc. In order to be successful, this individual must share our deep commitment to
excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate is extremely well-organized, with a good understanding of process flow and
information flow. We are a small core team, working in a highly collaborative environment. The ideal
candidate will be able to work well with others, but also be extremely self-directed.

Ours is a highly entrepreneurial environment, requiring a systematic approach to processing requests,
and an ability to prioritize, combined with the flexibility and poise to handle last minute needs.
Please email a brief cover letter (PDF), resume and salary history to info@savethatstuff.com. No phone
calls please.

Title: Program Officer
Org. Type: Foundation
Location: NY, NY
Salary: $75K-$90K

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Program Director, the Program Officer will assist in the planning, design, management and evaluation of all grants made by the program. S/he will research and conduct outreach on environmental change policies and the issues faced by organizations working in this arena. S/he will have primary responsibility for routine management and oversight of ongoing programs, and will work closely with the Program Director and the Program Review Committee to identify new funding opportunities. Lastly, s/he will develop and implement innovative strategies to accomplish the initiative’s mission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The position requires an advanced degree (MA, MS or PhD in environmental studies, natural resource economics, engineering, energy, public policy, etc). S/he will have excellent administrative, time management skills, an ability to plan, organize and follow through on the grant making process. Foundation experience related to the environment and/or energy welcome to apply. Exciting opportunity for some domestic and international travel.

If you think this opportunity may interest a qualified colleague, please forward this email.  If you are interested in pursuing this career opportunity, please send a cover letter and resume to hgleason@nonprofitstaffing.com

• Lead cross-functional teams and provide vision, guidance and direction in the formulation, development, implementation of new product offerings, and execution of the target market plan to achieve targeted sales and profitability growth. In addition, provide input for long-range technology and product roadmaps.
• Gather industry data, discern true customer needs and identify industry trends.
• Responsible for the assessment, planning, introductions, and post launch activities of new products relating to the target market.
• Provide product line sales forecasts and updates for the target market.
• Responsible for global pricing, product offerings, and promotion of products specific to the target industry.
• Lead the development of the target market budgets including development of the Market Specialist's budgets.
• Identify, define and quantify specific market opportunities and threats.
• Acquire and maintain market knowledge and communicate to the organization and its distributors important issues and changes relating to:
• Market conditions in all geographic regions.
• Economic and technological trends.
• Key customer and competitor activities.
• Developments and changes in industry codes, regulations and standards.
• New applications for products
• Developing and maintaining high-level relationships with key industry and customer personnel.
• Serving in leadership positions on influential industry and standards organization committees
• Writing technical and/or market articles for industry trade journals.
• Recommending content and approach to be used in Web sites.
• Supervise and provide direction for Market Specialist's tasks and activities, travel and priorities.
• Lead specific voice of the customer feedback sessions for the organization.
• Review and update Standards Group on any pertinent regulatory or standards information
• Predict and understand competitor's actions regarding market plans.
• Manage database of sales successes by assisting Distributor Training Group administrative assistant.
• Develop and maintain clear understanding of buyer behavior, and industry drivers in targeted and secondary segments of use.

• BS/BA in Engineering or Marketing
• MBA preferred

VP/Director of Engineering

Smith Energy has signed agreements to construct two renewable energy plants in eastern Massachusetts and is seeking a seasoned engineering professional with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing complex construction projects, preferably with specific experience installing wind and/or solar systems.  Masters in Engineering required, ability to evaluate technology suppliers and manage long-term vendor relationships, proven ability to manage/oversee large construction projects utilizing multiple service providers and suppliers, experience preparing & managing project budgets of $10M - $50M+, and 7-10 years of related work experience.  Please forward your resume and cover letter, no phone calls please.

Kenneth H. Smith
Founder & CEO
Smith Energy
ksmith@smithenergyco.com
www.smithenergyco.com

Construction Management Green Building
Building Materials and Wood Technology Program
Assistant Professor

Department of Natural Resources Conservation
University of Massachusetts Amherst

The Building Materials and Wood Technology Program in the Department of Natural Resources Conservation at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst is seeking applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor in Construction Management Green Building. A doctoral or terminal degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent is required. Professional field experience is desirable. The candidate must be high-energy, creative and demonstrate a “team-player” attitude. The candidate should have an understanding and interest in the sensitive integration of built and natural environments.  While the candidate’s primary role will be teaching and research, she/he must demonstrate potential to develop a modest program of professional outreach. The candidate will be expected to establish a productive research program in collaboration with industry clients and government agencies.  Teaching duties will include the development and teaching of courses in the areas of Building Construction Management, Sustainable Building Practices, and Project Planning & Administration. The Department of Natural Resources Conservation places special emphases on faculty-student interaction, cooperation among faculty, and a commitment to teach and attract a diverse student body. 

APPLICATION:  The appointment begins September 1, 2008.  Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching, research and outreach goals and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references.  Review of applications will begin January 1, 2008.  The position will remain open until filled.  Send to:
David Damery, Chair
Building Materials and Wood Technology Search Committee
Department of Natural Resources Conservation
120 Holdsworth Natural Resources Center
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003
413-545-1770
ddamery@forwild.umass.edu

The University provides an intellectual environment committed to providing academic excellence and diversity including mentoring programs for faculty.  The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Product Development Specialist (Solar Panels)

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Product Development Specialist will provide hands-on technical and logistical support to the Product Development team.

SCOPE:
The scope of this position encompasses the execution of tasks as directed by the Product Development engineering staff.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include fabrication and testing of prototype products, managing inventory of sample materials and components, interfacing with process and equipment groups to develop product assembly methods, and performing various other tasks as directed by product development engineers.  The Specialist will have strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and high attention to detail and the ability to work independently, think critically and work effectively in a team-oriented, fast paced environment.

EDUCATION:
Technical Associates Degree minimum

QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED

• Experience working as a technician in a manufacturing technology environment
• Superior mechanical aptitude
• Experience in reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• An understanding of electrical and mechanical tolerancing
• Hands-on experience using machine tools and precision measurement devices
• Experience with data collection and reporting

PREFERRED

• Experience with lamination processes
• Experience working with sheet glass
• Experience performing precision assembly

Minimal travel

Contact: jworth@heliovolt.com
Visit: www.heliovolt.net/index.php

HelioVolt Announces Job Opportunities:

Thin Film Circuit Designer – Photovoltaics

POSITION PURPOSE:
The person will be responsible for designing thin film photovoltaic devices to be incorporated into solar power generation systems.

SCOPE:
The scope of this position encompasses all aspects of modeling, design, optimization, characterization, verification and proprietary tool development for state-of-the-art thin film photovoltaic devices based on Heliovolt’s CIGS technology.  This position is an opportunity to establish oneself as a leader in design architecture in the rapidly growing field of thin film photovoltaics.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary responsibility of this individual will be to produce the physical designs for all Heliovolt thin film CIGS solar cells and sub-modules. This will require the development of device modeling and verification; circuit modeling, simulation and optimization; design to product specifications; and physical layout and verification. This individual will need to meet product development design schedules; while maintaining thorough design documentation and encoding design methodologies into proprietary design algorithms and tools. 

EDUCATION:
Master or PhD in Physics or Applied Math

QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED

• Experience designing and modeling thin film circuits
• Strong mathematical background
• Experience using modeling and simulation tools (SPICE, Mathematica, etc.)
• General knowledge of thin film fabrication processes

PREFERRED

• Thin film solar circuit design and modeling experience

Some travel

Contact: jworth@heliovolt.com
Visit: www.heliovolt.net/index.php

HelioVolt Announces Job Opportunities:

SR. EQUIPMENT DESIGN ENGINEER (FASST EQUIPMENT ENGINEER)

POSITION PURPOSE:
Design/Develop new process machinery for advanced thin-film solar cell products with external engineering groups.  Responsible for supervision, coordination and implementation of all automated machine design and development activities with external equipment supplier(s). 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• (5+ yrs) Project management experience for large electromechanical equipment systems is a must
• Candidate must be able to manage multiple external suppliers as a virtual engineering organization
• (3+ yrs) Solid Works or Pro-E experience required with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Familiar with high-temperature systems design including; thermocouples, infrared pyrometers, heating elements and power supplies
• Experience with electric motors, motor drives, hydraulics, and pneumatic controls preferable
• Experience specifying and integrating controlled systems with electric motors is preferred
• Comfortable with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for stress analysis.  Some experience with GE or Allen-Bradley PLC is preferred.
• (3+ yrs) experience with formal product development processes for design, test, and manufacturing process qualification of high-temperature vacuum systems is preferred.

EDUCATION:
BSME/MSME

Some travel required (< 25%)

Contact: jworth@heliovolt.com
Visit: www.heliovolt.net/index.php

 Donatech Announces Job Opportunity:

SOLAR MODULE PACKAGING & TEST ENGINEER

POSITION PURPOSE
The incumbent Solar Module Packaging & Test Engineer (Environmental Reliability) will be for the design and supplier management of the back-end test and solar module packaging line.  Develop a solar module reliability test protocol in-house and or externally.  Manage UL/TUV/NEC regulatory compliance on solar module products.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determine test protocols for internal environmental testing for design engineering changes.
• Develop, implement, document, and continuously improve Product Reliability Monitoring programs.
• Develop, implement, document, and continuously improve Product and Process Qualification programs.
• Manage the collection of data from the field, in-house accelerated test programs, product characterization testing, post-deployment product testing, etc.
• Work with vendors to determine materials and best practices to ensure reliable equipment performance
• Hi-pot testing and reverse bias curing of shunted segments
• Responsible for data reduction, data analysis, and generation of internal and external reports.
• Manage the design and installation of internal and external hardware test related systems (PV arrays, environmental stress chambers, data acquisition and communications systems, database storage, etc.).
• Manage the design, development and implementation of necessary software tools to automate monitoring, storage, analysis and reporting of data from test systems.
• Coordinate with Failure Analysis team to determine the mechanisms and root cause of product failures identified in field and in-house testing.
• Develop test procedures and equipment to accelerate and detect product failure mechanisms known to exist in the field.
• Responsible for the development of project plans, schedules and budgets (including cost projections) and adherence to the same. Presents project and program status reports.
• Responsible for the accurate measurement and rating of all products through proper calibration and control of the company solar simulators.
• Negotiation/coordination of work with contractors, test facilities, national labs, etc.
• Provide technical assistance to other groups (applications engineering, failure analysis, process engineering, supply chain, finance, etc…).
• Responsible to oversee the handling of module data regarding module reliability, conversion efficiency and manufacturing yield.
• Ensures adherence to all safety and environmental procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Responsible for effective communication levels, fosters team building, encourages creativity and out of the box thinking.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in a Technical Discipline or a related Physical Science Field.
• Experience with the equipment and materials available for protecting thin film photovoltaics from the external environment.
• Knowledgeable of the accelerated testing required to certify photovoltaic modulesforUL and TUV as well as other requirements.
• Proven ability to quickly understand and work with the equipment for testing large area interconnected PV modules to AM1.5 conditions
• Testing program development, implementation and management
• Test Data Analysis and Reporting
• Design of Test Procedures and automation systems for data logging, analysis and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in PV technology industry is highly desired  Quality management experience

Please call: Glenn Keenan at (800) 328-2133 EXT 137 or email at: gkeenan@donatech.com 

Position announcement for Health Care Without Harm's
Healthcare Clean Energy Exchange Director

Health Care Without Harm (www.noharm.org) is seeking a Director for its Healthcare Clean Energy Exchange (HCEE). The HCEE is an energy price reduction, reverse auction web-based group purchasing program. It bundles cost containment, renewable energy, renewable energy credits, carbon offsets, and educational services.

The Director of the HCEE will report to the Co-Executive Director of HCWH and is responsible for the continuing development and implementation of the Exchange into a revenue generating service provider and energy-health-climate change education program for HCWH, with linkage to Hospitals for a Healthy Environment (www.h2e-online.org) and the Green Guide for Health Care (www.gghc.org) programs, including:

• Work in close collaboration and oversee contractual arrangements, sales, market research and auction program delivery with HCEE's key partners, WorldEnergy (WE) and Sustainable Step New England (SSNE).
• Complete the HCEE Pilot Phase: Identify, approach and run auctions with 5-6 facilities each in regulated and unregulated electricity markets, and natural gas with carbon offsets, and solicit and analyze pilot feedback and auction results.
• The HCEE director will then revise the electricity and gas program design and benefits package based on the above, and prepare and implement national HCEE launch in the fall of 2007.
• Research and program implementation, incl. development of educational and sales materials (HCEE web site content /structure development, HCEE teleconferences, list-serve etc.), direct regional distribution/areas of focus, address key barriers and opportunities, etc.
• Develop, formalize and manage strategic partnerships with the EPA's Green Power Partnership and EPA/ASHE E2C programs, The Regeneration Project (aka Interfaith Power and Light, American Lung Association, Dept. of Energy, Green-e, etc.
• Hire, prep and facilitate periodic independent consultants' reviews of HCEE programs and effectiveness. Hiring, coordination and supervision of subcontractors and HCEE staff
• Collaborate closely with the GGHC, H2E and other HCWH/Campaign working groups, and provide input into HCEE related fundraising efforts
• Develop worldwide HCEE program, with the initial focus on key markets in Europe, India, and Asia.
• Successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of grid-scale renewable energy, electricity and natural gas markets, and healthcare sector energy procurement practices; will have 5-10 years proven project management experience, program development, and communication skills; and ideally will be familiar with health, financial impacts and environmental justice issues in energy generation.

The salary for this once-in-a-lifetime position will be commensurate with experience and the opportunity. This is a full time position with excellent benefits, including full health coverage, retirement contributions after 6 months of employment, and generous paid leave, starting ideally not later than September 30, 2007.

Health Care Without Harm is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity within our campaign, people of color and women are encouraged to apply.

Please do not mail hard copies of your application package or call our offices. We will carefully review all applications and contact you within one week if we think you are potentially a good fit for the position. There is no closing date for this position; we will accept applications and conduct interviews until we find the right person. 

Please send a brief cover email including your preferred start date, resume, short writing sample and 3 references to:

• Gary Cohen, Co-Executive Director, HCWH: gcohen@igc.org
• Paul Lipke, Acting Executive Director, SSNE: plipke@ssne.org

Director of Construction - Lighting Division

Our client, a fast growing $20 million per year specialty design build services firm, has retained us to hire a Director of Construction for one of their lines of business.  The firm helps large commercial, industrial and institutional customers reduce their utility operating costs and greenhouse gas emissions by upgrading on-site water, steam, lighting and compressed air utilities.  The position will be based in our client’s Boston area headquarters.

Reasons to Consider this Opportunity:

• Tremendous professional and financial growth potential
• Our client boasts a quality reference list of Fortune 500 customers
• You will be managing an existing highly functional and successful team

Experience and skill sets essential to success in the position:

• Understanding and experience managing lighting retrofit projects
• Recent experience managing a remote team of design and installation personnel
• Well developed construction project management skills – with a solid understanding of construction details and strong communication skills
• Advanced technical know-how in lighting or a similar area.. 
• Able to anticipate and avoid problems or resolve them when they do occur
• Experience with screening and hiring subs and managing vendor relationships

Other highly desired skill sets include:

• Experience retrofitting building systems in fully occupied space
• A blended design and construction background
• Experienced & comfortable working as part of a team sales & business delivery process
• Experience growing a business and working as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Of Significant Advantage:

• Construction management experience with retrofit projects for systems in addition to lighting such as steam, water or compressed air would be a significant plus

Our process is completely confidential.  If you are interested in talking about this in detail, I encourage you to forward a WORD version of your resume along with a project list.  This is an immediate opening on a fast track. Thank you for your interest and I look forward to speaking with you.

Please Contact:
Libby Felton-McCrann
Senior Account Manager
libby@construction-recruiters.com
617-422-0888 x210

To Apply
Send resumes and cover letters in confidence to Careers@clf.org.  Please reference name and position title in subject line.  No phone calls. Open until filled.

For additional information see www.clf.org and www.clfventures.org
CLFV is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse pool of candidates in this search.

Job Summary:
The person selected for this position will oversee large-scale wind projects from the early planning stage through project completion. S/he will have keen analytic and problem-solving skills which enable sound decisions to be made in this complex initiative. An independent, entrepreneurial spirit is required to fulfill the diverse range of responsibilities required for this role.  Specifically, they will manage the development of wind energy projects from inception of a project through construction and commercial close. Other responsibilities include:
• Manage the development of project assets through a complete development cycle, from prospecting to financial close based on approved schedule and budget.
• Negotiate and manage land rights acquisition, permitting applications, community outreach activities and oversee third party support activities related to environmental assessment, interconnection studies, and load flow analysis.
• Determine project goals, schedule and budget based on input from across the company covering development requirements, company objectives, market dynamics, turbine supply, construction timing and resource requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of the wind energy industry – including national, state, and local conditions that impact wind energy development.

Requirements:
• 5+ years of progressive, demonstrated record of success, in project development and construction within the renewable power generation industry.
• Passion for the potential of renewable energy to solve environmental problems.
• Undergraduate Engineering Degree and/or related environmental degree.
• MBA Degree preferred.
• Able to work with clients, consultants, local governmental agencies, land owners and other experts; must be a positive, hands on member of team.
• Demonstrated ability to maneuver through formal and informal channels to get things done quickly and effectively.
• Ability to implement business growth strategies to increase revenues and market presence.

E-mail resume & cover letter to ri@solarwrights.com.