Director, Origination
Tenaska
Lead origination, negotiation, and execution of energy projects and contracts.
11 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Omaha, NE
Office Full-Time
Company Size
600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Natural gas marketing
Power marketing
Generation
Development
Energy management services
Technical services
Engineering
Risk management
Sector Specialisms
Natural Gas Marketing
Power Marketing
Generation
Energy Development
Solar Energy
Wind Energy
Energy Storage
Carbon Sequestration
Role
What you would be doing
customer relations
market analysis
financial modeling
transaction management
contract negotiation
pipeline development
- Create and sustain key customer relationships including material in person meetings and connections, and consistent outreach to customers to share our most recent offerings and project status
- Analyze broader market fundamentals including policy drivers, financial incentives, business strategies, and industry trends
- Serve as a subject matter expert on tax credits, tax equity financing vehicles, and project finance.
- Lead all aspects of the transaction cycle: origination, risk analysis, financial modeling, due diligence, negotiation, and closing.
- Negotiate contracts with third-parties, such as utilities and large commercial energy users, in collaboration with other functions across the organization.
- Attend industry events to represent Tenaska and enhance or initiate customer relationships.
- Originate long-term offtake contracts for renewable energy and sustainable technology projects with an emphasis on combined cycle with carbon capture projects. Origination duties may also include solar, battery storage, and unmitigated thermal generation projects.
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of new business opportunities and strategic partnerships.
- Lead, coach, and mentor cross-functional teams, including junior staff and technical experts.
What you bring
leadership
negotiation
microsoft office
engineering
power purchase
financial acumen
- Strong work ethic, team attitude, and willingness to work extended hours and travel up to 50%
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Strong sales, organizational, networking, leadership, negotiating, and time management skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Fifteen or more years’ experience in electric power and related sectors
- Openness to change and ability to adapt to rapidly changing markets, policies, and business directions
- Understand and communicate the competitive landscape to management. This includes competing products and companies, incentive opportunities, and potential new business opportunities.
- Detail-oriented, analytical mindset, and questioning attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to perform under significant time and pressure conditions
- Dependable, reliable, and predictable attendance is required.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in energy, renewables, or related sectors
- Able to manage projects with limited guidance
- Capable of participating in and leading discussions with senior-level management
- Proactive approach toward identifying and solving problems
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with team members, internal customers, and external parties
- Thorough understanding of power purchase agreements or thorough understanding of CO2 transportation and sequestration agreements
- Financial acumen and ability to understand complex financial models
- Undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering, Business (Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Economics), or a related field, or equivalent work experience
- Broad network of contacts within the industries commonly associated with carbon sequestration, particularly megacap technology companies, but also gas, electric, oil refining, ethanol production, chemicals, etc.
- Health/dependent care flex accounts
- Charitable giving program
- Paid vacations and holidays
- Wellness programs
- Excellent 401(k) plan
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Long-term disability coverage
- Tuition assistance
- Generous sick leave
- Incentive-based, competitive salary packages
- Adoption benefits
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- applicants must already be authorized to work in the u.s.
- company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future.
- individuals on cpt or opt would need sponsorship later, which tenaska cannot provide.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1987
Year Established
The company has been a leader in the energy sector for over three decades, shaping the industry with innovative solutions.
40+ power plants
Operated Across Regions
The company operates a significant number of power plants, primarily focused on natural gas and renewable energy solutions.
- Began with a vision to innovate and lead in the energy sector.
- A key player in power generation, including natural gas and renewable energy projects.
- Focusing on developing sustainable energy solutions with an emphasis on natural gas, wind, and solar power.
- Projects have delivered reliable power across regions while promoting innovation.
- Able to navigate complex energy markets and tailor solutions to unique regional needs.
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Collaboration
- Innovation
- Sustainability
2050 Net Zero
Net Zero Commitment
The company aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability.
- Investing in renewable energy projects to reduce carbon emissions
- Supporting carbon capture and storage technologies
- Committed to reducing emissions and promoting cleaner energy sources
- Tenaska Power Services has helped improve grid efficiency and reduce environmental impact
- Focus on creating an inclusive work environment
- Encourages diversity in hiring, promoting gender and ethnic diversity
- Offers leadership opportunities for all employees
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