oscarMundelein, IL
Director of Power Origination & Transactions
Director of Power Origination & Transactions
Director of Power Origination & Transactions
oscarMundelein, IL
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Other Electric Power GenerationInvestment Banking and Securities IntermediationMiscellaneous Intermediation
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Role: Director of Power Origination & Transactions
Location: New York, NYWork Pattern – Hybrid – 4 days in officeThe Opportunity
An established and growing company is looking for a Director of Power Origination & Transactions to help develop and execute its power strategy, supporting the rapidly expanding demand for electricity from data centres and AI infrastructure. This is a senior, commercially focused position with responsibility for identifying opportunities, building strategic partnerships and negotiating complex power agreements. You will take ownership of transactions from initial origination through to execution and close, working with developers, independent power producers (IPPs), utilities, equipment providers, data centre operators and financial institutions. We are looking for a “deal maker” in this position The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of how power projects are developed, financed, contracted and delivered, alongside an established network of industry relationships. This is an opportunity to join an entrepreneurial business where you will have significant influence over its commercial strategy, transaction pipeline and future growth. This is an opportunity to take a leading role in building a power origination platform at the intersection of energy infrastructure and the data centre market. You will have ownership of significant commercial transactions, direct exposure to senior industry stakeholders and the opportunity to shape the strategy and growth of the function.
Key Responsibilities:
Originate and develop a pipeline of power opportunities supporting data centre developments, including joint ventures, development partnerships, power supply agreements and offtake arrangements.
Identify and prioritise attractive markets, regions, developers and commercial opportunities across the US power sector.
Build and maintain senior-level relationships with power developers, IPPs, utilities, hyperscalers, data centre operators, equipment suppliers and financial institutions.
Lead the structuring, negotiation and execution of complex commercial agreements, including PPAs, joint ventures, development partnerships and other strategic transactions.
Manage transactions from initial term sheet through definitive documentation and financial close, coordinating internal stakeholders, external counsel and advisors.
Assess the commercial viability, strategic value and financial returns of potential opportunities, presenting recommendations and investment cases to senior leadership.
Evaluate project deliverability, considering grid interconnection, permitting, equipment availability, construction requirements and development schedules.
Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure commercial agreements are structured around realistic development, construction and operational requirements.
Monitor developments across key US power markets, including ERCOT, PJM, MISO and SPP, identifying emerging opportunities and market trends.
Help establish the processes, strategy and team required to scale the origination and transactions function.
Candidate Requirements:
Around 7–10 years' experience in power origination, business development, commercial, transactions or corporate development within a power developer, IPP, utility or energy infrastructure business.
Proven track record of personally leading and closing complex commercial transactions, such as PPAs, joint ventures, development partnerships, acquisitions or major energy infrastructure contracts.
Strong understanding of the full power project lifecycle, from development and contracting through financing, construction and operations.
Direct experience negotiating long-term commercial agreements with counterparties and their legal representatives.
Strong understanding of project economics, financial modelling and the commercial considerations that influence project financeability.
Ability to assess complex commercial, technical and financial information and translate it into clear business recommendations.
Established relationships across the US power market, particularly with developers, IPPs, utilities and major energy consumers.
Confident engaging with senior executives, external partners and investment stakeholders.
Entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to work independently, build new processes and operate effectively in a fast-moving environment.
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent qualification preferred.
Willingness to travel as required.
Role: Director of Power Origination & Transactions
Location: New York, NYWork Pattern – Hybrid – 4 days in officeThe Opportunity
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Level
Manager
Location
Mundelein, IL
Occupation
Project Management Specialists
Industry
Other Electric Power Generation
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