Director Power Generation Development

Penn Entertainment

1d•Remote

About The Position

WattBridge is seeking a Director of Power Generation Development to lead all development efforts for their full power delivery platform focused on Data Center Campus style development. WattBridge has a proven track record in developing, financing, building, owning, and operating a large LM6000 portfolio and is now partnered with Energy Capital Partners. The company has competitive advantages in secured power equipment as an OEM, a strong history in building out a significant portfolio, and a fully vertically integrated execution platform, positioning them for success in the data center industry. The primary focus of this role is leading large-scale natural gas generation development with co-located data center projects and microgrid solutions. As a key member of WattBridge’s management team, you will report directly to the Vice President of Development and work alongside senior leaders to advance the existing project portfolio and new prospects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s with a focus in engineering, environmental, business administration or economics preferred
At least ten (10) years of work experience at a leading IPP, utility, renewable or data center developer with significant experience in project development
Proven record of accomplishment in power or data center development, ending in financial close and commercial operation
Proven experience leading and managing multi-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve potential project flaws and prioritize critical path tasks
Thorough understanding of land easements/leases and title curative requirements
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial office environment
Working knowledge of technical development disciplines, including interconnection, gas transport/supply arrangements, resource assessment, power generation, operations, GIS, etc.
Track record of successfully working with public officials to obtain development permits, tax abatements, etc.
Demonstrated technical, economic and commercial evaluation in supporting decision making
Must be fluent in English, with strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check
US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.

Responsibilities

Lead development activities of large-scale natural gas power block developments and co-located data center projects with microgrid solutions from feasibility to the start of construction
Collaborate effectively with the Development, Origination, EPC, Technical Solutions, Finance and Regulatory teams
Engage with staff and third-party consultants to coordinate environmental, permitting, transmission interconnection, land acquisition, and design activities
Working regulatory, government affairs, permitting authorities, env assessment solutions
Ensure projects progress on schedule and within budget
Select, manage, and direct third party consultants, review their work product and deliver cost effective development solutions
Supporting and leading bank, investor and off-taker due diligence in an effort to close on lender financing, equity capital, and offtake agreements
Building pro formas in cooperation with internal modeling expertise to screen and develop projects to financeable maturity
Development project development spend budgets and manage to most cost-effective outcome
Lender and investor interface on raising capital around the WattBridge platform
Developing market CIM / presentation material to support lender, off-taker and investor outreach
Engage with landowners and stakeholders to provide information throughout the development process
Evaluate viability of early stage and acquisition projects
Obtain local project permits and tax agreements