Mergers and Acquisitions Director, Renewable Energy

Mergers and Acquisitions Director, Renewable Energy

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The company invests in and manages real estate supporting solar and battery storage projects that advance the transition to a low‑carbon future. Its mission is to create long‑term value through climate‑positive infrastructure and responsible land use. Backed by strong financial support, the organization is growing quickly and focuses on delivering sustainable returns while accelerating renewable energy deployment. It offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment for professionals passionate about clean energy and impact investing.

Role Overview

The Director will oversee due diligence and lead the closing process for the company’s real estate investments supporting solar and battery storage projects. This role involves coordinating with legal and technical teams to evaluate project opportunities, manage risk, and ensure successful transactions. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in renewable energy, project finance, or real estate acquisitions, along with strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. It’s a high‑impact position within a fast‑growing, mission‑driven organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence on potential real estate acquisitions for solar and battery storage projects
  
• Review site leases, financial models, engineering reports, interconnection documents, surveys, supplier and offtake contracts, and construction schedules to ensure compliance with company investment standards
  
• Assess project information to identify risks, flag issues to leadership, and recommend mitigation strategies
  
• Collaborate with real estate counsel on title reviews and other property‑related matters
  
• Coordinate with the investor relations team to align diligence with financing partner requirements
  
• Manage third‑party technical, commercial, and policy advisors supporting transaction execution
  
• Prepare diligence summaries, checklists, and investment committee materials for internal approvals
  
• Lead the closing process with customers, attorneys, and counterparties, maintaining clear communication on conditions to close and timelines
  
• Work with legal counsel to track closing checklists and ensure timely completion of all requirements
  
• Oversee finalization of title insurance policies that meet commercial and company standards
  
• Communicate key dates and funding needs to the corporate finance team to support timely capital allocation
  
• Contribute to capital raise efforts by providing project‑level diligence and transaction support
  

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in project finance, mergers and acquisitions, or project development within the solar or energy storage sectors; MBA a plus
  
• Strong grasp of project development, construction, and financing risks with the ability to identify and mitigate exposure
  
• Knowledge of key commercial agreements used in renewable energy projects, including PPAs, interconnection documents, site leases, and permits
  
• Proven ability to independently manage complex closings involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
  
• Skilled in financial modeling and advanced Excel analysis
  
• Exceptional communication and project management abilities, with a talent for adapting to client needs and maintaining clear timelines
  
• Collaborative, motivated team contributor with an entrepreneurial mindset and enthusiasm for scaling a growing organization
  
• Strategic thinker with the drive and vision to advance the company’s leadership in clean energy real estate investment
  
• Strong analytical judgment with the ability to frame issues, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendations
  
• Effective relationship‑builder who can motivate teams and partners to move projects forward and find creative solutions
  
• Flexible and adaptable in response to evolving markets, priorities, and underwriting criteria
  
• Self‑directed professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced work environment
  
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  
• Works effectively across diverse disciplines and with cross‑functional teams
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on quality, accuracy, and timely delivery
  
• Confident in engaging and collaborating with senior leadership and executive stakeholders
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
  

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