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Associate, New Projects

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The candidate for the New Projects Associate on the AES Clean Energy Wind Development Team position will be based out of our Louisville, Colorado office. Duties will include managing the origination of greenfield wind projects throughout the U.S. The successful candidate will have the skills to succeed in leading multiple projects and supporting a variety of business development efforts in a fast-paced environment.

Core Proficiencies:

Exceptional organizational, communication, problem solving, and time management skills.

Independent thinker able to thrive in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

The Project Manager within the Wind Development Team will partner with cross-functional teams in activities leading to the successful origination of new wind projects. Specific duties will include:

Negotiating site control agreements with new landowners to support wind development activities.
Manage transition of projects from the New Projects to Project Development Teams.
Act as a representative for AES Clean Energy in meetings with the community and local officials.

Desired Skills and Expertise:

Experience with renewable development preferred
Project management skills including a strong interest in managing and prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to communicate efficiently in verbal and written correspondence.

Minimum Qualifications:

Microsoft Office

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The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $75,000 and $110,500/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.