Vice President Development - Wattbridge

Penn Entertainment•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WattBridge, the world’s preeminent LM6000 delivery platform, is seeking a Vice President of Development to lead all development efforts for our full power delivery platform focused on Data Center Campus style development. WattBridge developed, financed, built, owned and operated the world’s largest LM6000 portfolio consisting of 2400 MW’s from 2019 thru 2026. The platform raised over $2BN in capital and is now partnered with Energy Capital Partners as our majority sponsor. With competitive advantages in secured power equipment as an OEM, a proven track record in building out a 2400 MW portfolio, and a fully vertically integrated execution platform, we are well positioned to be highly successful 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 with microgrid solutions. As a key member of WattBridge’s management team, you will report directly to the Chief Development Officer and work alongside senior leaders at the company to advance development of the existing project portfolio as well as 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
US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly motivated with a desire to learn
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Ability to work independently and in a team environment

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
Lead and manage the Project Development team in line with WattBridge’s growing development pipeline
Ensure projects progress on schedule and within budget
Select, manage, and direct third party consultants and review their work product
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
Build and coach a highly functional team of developers, engineers, and project managers to achieve development goals
Lender and investor interface on raising capital around the WattBridge platform
Developing market CIM / presentation material to support lender, off-taker and investor outreach
Represent PROENERGY/WattBridge in industry advocacy groups and conferences
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