Lead Project Manager - IRA Project Compliance

NextEra Energy • FL

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About The Position

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us! Our Engineering, Construction & Supply Chain Business Unit is looking for a Lead Project Manager to oversee compliance and execution for Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)-related requirements, with a focus on Domestic Content Kicker and Beginning of Construction for federal tax credit programs. This role ensures project teams meet all regulatory standards, maintain audit readiness, and deliver comprehensive documentation for federal incentives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in tax compliance, audit, or related field.
• Experience managing third-party consultants and service providers.
• Experience with federal tax credit programs (PTC, ITC, domestic content).
• Proficiency in project management and compliance reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with utility, energy, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of beginning of construction and domestic content requirements under the IRA.
• Knowledge of federal contractor compliance and audit processes.
• Previous experience overseeing accounting or compliance consulting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of IRA compliance for Domestic Content Kicker and Beginning of Construction, ensuring projects meet federal tax credit requirements.
• Direct project activities to comply with domestic content standards and beginning of construction requirements.
• Manage tax credit documentation, reporting, and verification processes for beginning of construction and domestic content requirements. Maintain comprehensive records of compliance activities, audits, corrective actions.
• Prepare for and support audits from federal agencies. Coordinate with tax advisors and auditors to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.
• Oversee accounting and compliance consultants responsible for domestic content oversight. Monitor performance, review deliverables, and coordinate compliance activities.
• Collaborate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure understanding and implementation of compliance requirements.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks related to tax credits and audit findings.
• Conduct modeling and analysis to develop forecasts, guide decision making, and recommend action.

Benefits

• Wide range of benefits to support employees and their eligible family members.
• Relocation assistance provided if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees