Manager, Energy Commercialization

Boralex•South Glens Falls, NY

10d

About The Position

This role is crucial for overseeing a broad range of commercial matters for Boralex's portfolio of operating renewable energy assets in U.S. markets. The Manager, Energy Commercialization will be responsible for originating, structuring, negotiating, and implementing power purchase agreements (PPAs) with various counterparties. This position acts as the commercial point of contact for PPAs throughout their lifecycle, supporting contractual obligations and dispute resolution. Key responsibilities include developing revenue optimization strategies, collaborating on financings, repowerings, project development, and M&A opportunities. The role involves gathering and analyzing market data, monitoring market rules and regulatory developments, and conducting commercial analyses to support energy commercialization and investment decisions. The successful candidate will prepare presentations for senior management and lead cross-functional initiatives to drive projects to successful outcomes.

Requirements

A minimum of 8 years of directly relevant experience in North American energy markets and commercial functions.
Demonstrated experience originating and structuring PPAs for renewable energy assets, including physical, virtual and behind-the-meter structures.
Hands-on experience in asset optimization, energy trading, commercial analysis and/or financial modelling.
A strong understanding of North American electricity market design, including regulated and deregulated physical markets, ISOs, utilities and related financial markets.
Deep knowledge of renewable energy offtake structures and their key value drivers.
The ability to understand, interpret and negotiate complex PPAs and commercial agreements.
Strong commercial judgment and the ability to translate market and contractual complexities into practical business recommendations.
Excellent analytical and financial modelling skills, with strong attention to detail.
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across technical, commercial and executive audiences.
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage senior stakeholders.
The ability to manage competing priorities, tight deadlines and periods of high workload while remaining effective under pressure.
A collaborative mindset, a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on delivering measurable value to the business.

Nice To Haves

A graduate or postgraduate degree in science, finance, economics or a related field is considered an asset.
Experience with, or a strong interest in, using artificial intelligence, data and technology to accelerate analysis and improve decision-making.

Responsibilities

Overseeing a broad range of commercial matters for Boralex's portfolio of operating renewable energy assets in U.S. markets.
Originating, structuring, negotiating and implementing power purchase agreements (PPAs) with utilities, corporate buyers, industrial customers and other counterparties.
Acting as the commercial point of contact for PPAs throughout their lifecycle, including the execution of contractual obligations and support for dispute resolution.
Developing and advancing revenue optimization strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Collaborating across Boralex on financings, repowerings, project development, and buy-side and sell-side M&A opportunities.
Gathering and analyzing market, competitor, pricing and customer data to inform commercial strategies and decision-making.
Monitoring market rules, regulatory developments and market dynamics that may impact renewable asset revenues and risks.
Conducting market and commercial analyses to support energy commercialization initiatives and investment decisions.
Preparing clear, decision-oriented presentations and recommendations for senior management.
Leading cross-functional initiatives, aligning stakeholders and driving projects to successful outcomes without direct reporting authority.