Manager, Project Development (West) (Equest)

This position is responsible for a full project development cycle related to low-carbon district energy systems. This includes the development and execution of an overall project strategy, individual project plans, supporting a business analysis, regulatory support, and other responsibilities related to the development of thermal energy systems up to the implementation/construction phase. Leads due diligence and feasibility (technical and financial) assessments for new energy projects, liaises with internal and external stakeholders and Subject Mater Experts (SME). Participates in negotiations of the business agreements. Supports a business development team in building relationships with a wide range of potential clients from developers, through building owners to the public sector and institutions, and is a key contact with the engineering and construction community.Business Unit

Corix Infrastructure Inc.

Reports to

Director, District Energy Development

Location

Vancouver

Who We Are

Our Purpose is to help people enjoy a better life and communities thrive. Corix has been building, operating, and maintaining water, wastewater, electric, gas and sustainable energy utility infrastructure for many years across Canada and the U.S. Our vision is to be the preferred utility delivering co-created solutions our customers want. Throughout our history, we have helped communities to grow and thrive by implementing safe and efficient infrastructure solutions that meet their unique needs. At Corix our values are safety, integrity, excellence, and connection.

The Corix team has an opportunity for a Manager, Project Development in Vancouver BC. This position is responsible for a full project development cycle related to low-carbon district energy systems. This includes the development and execution of an overall project strategy, individual project plans, supporting a business analysis, regulatory support, and other responsibilities related to the development of thermal energy systems up to the implementation/construction phase. Leads due diligence and feasibility (technical and financial) assessments for new energy projects, liaises with internal and external stakeholders and Subject Mater Experts (SME). Participates in negotiations of the business agreements. Supports a business development team in building relationships with a wide range of potential clients from developers, through building owners to the public sector and institutions, and is a key contact with the engineering and construction community.

What You'll Do

Major Accountabilities

• Works with financial development teams to develop project financial models, and coordinates with regulatory team and regulatory agencies.
• Develops and maintains good business relationships with external and internal customers and all project stakeholders to develop new business with existing and prospective customers; represents the company at industry functions and events.
• Prepares the overall project development plan for new energy opportunities and leads the process from responding to RFPs/RFEOIs, through MOU negotiations, due diligence into the negotiations of the final agreements and to the implementation.
• Leads applications for grant funding, as applicable, for the relevant projects
• Actively participates in technical solution identification with internal and external teams. Monitors and provides ongoing support in the development of projects in direct contact with the Operations and Project Management Office to ensure client expectations are met.

General Responsibilities

• Supports negotiations teams and participates in major business agreements negotiations, and negotiates consulting services agreements for new projects in development;
• Prepares business packages and responses to RFQ's and RFP's, including developing strategies of approach, drawing on existing content and drafting original, customized content based on specific customer requirements;
• Participates in the technical review, recommendation, and implementation of energy technologies
• Prepares project content for, and coordinates and supports regulatory applications, working with regulatory team;
• Leads presentations with clients and consultants through the complete cycle from initial concept design, through the preferred solution and financial results to implementation;
• Manages stakeholder and strategic partner relationships
• Supports BD in identifying, developing and closing new business opportunities in Western Canada.
• Performs other related duties as required
• Prepares Business Cases for leadership team's approvals;
• Manages multi-functional teams during the feasibility assessments and due diligence; decarbonization studies;

Experience

What you bring

• 6+ years related experience in the thermal energy field
• Experience driving the due diligence, and transaction closing process through collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders.

Education

• Degree in science, engineering, sustainable energy or related field

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, presentation development and delivery
• Required: MS Office, Teams, Sharepoint; ability and willingness to learn internal software programs
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, including negotiating, decision-making, research, and analysis, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data, synthesize a range of inputs, and develop solutions to complex utility infrastructure and service challenging considering technical, financial, and service factors
• Ability to prioritize, ensuring that deadlines are met, and work is completed in a timely fashion.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgment when handling sensitive and confidential matters
• Exceptional project and people management skills.
• Good knowledge of and experience in thermal energy field (buildings efficiency/performance and district energy an asset); technical concepts, project costing development
• Knowledge of environmental and economic regulatory requirements an asset

Additional Comments

• Normal office setting work work from home environment
• Occasional travel to energy business sites and energy business related conferences.

Life at Corix

• Paid Time off and Holidays : We offer 15 days of vacation and 11 paid holidays.
• Technology in the Workplace: Access to most recent computer applications like Microsoft Suite, Video Conferencing tools and utilizing tablet, laptop and/or mobile device
• RRSP Program: We believe in investing in your future. We match your RRSP contributions up to 5%.
• Grow at Corix: If you are interested in further developing your skillset within the role, we offer tuition reimbursements for any certification/licensing/self-development that you would like to explore.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.
• Sick Hours: We offer 15 sick days that you start accruing on day 1 to ensure that you are taking care of your wellbeing without having to worry about getting paid
• Extended Health Benefits: We offer our employees extended health and dental coverage that is flexible to meet your unique needs. This can include chiropractic, massages or therapy
• Flexible Work: We are flexible when it comes to meeting your needs in terms of work location. We welcome flexible work options to support your needs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): EAP is readily available to new employees on Day 1, giving you access to resources pertaining to confidential support services. Some examples include mental health, relationship/marital conflicts, and legal and financial issues

Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Corix Group of Companies is an E-Verify participating employer.

People Focused and Inclusive Culture

We attract and develop connected, high performing people of diverse background, ethnicities and experiences, who achieve their goals in alignment with our purpose, vision, and values. Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment where everyone is included and able to do their best work and feel as though they belong.

Corix is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

If you possess these skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply online in confidence at www.corix.com .

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted. No telephone calls or recruitment agencies will be accepted. Corix is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations available upon request.

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