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Tenaska · 1 hour ago

Director, Origination

Omaha, NE

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Tenaska is a company focused on the energy sector, and they are seeking a Director of Origination to lead the identification, evaluation, and execution of new business opportunities. The role involves driving growth through sourcing and closing high-value deals, advising on financing strategies, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.

EnergyOil and GasRenewable Energy

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Originate long-term offtake contracts for renewable energy and sustainable technology projects with an emphasis on combined cycle with carbon capture projects

Build and maintain a robust pipeline of new business opportunities and strategic partnerships

Lead all aspects of the transaction cycle: origination, risk analysis, financial modeling, due diligence, negotiation, and closing

Serve as a subject matter expert on tax credits, tax equity financing vehicles, and project finance

Analyze broader market fundamentals including policy drivers, financial incentives, business strategies, and industry trends

Lead, coach, and mentor cross-functional teams, including junior staff and technical experts

Understand and communicate the competitive landscape to management. This includes competing products and companies, incentive opportunities, and potential new business opportunities

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

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

Dependable, reliable, and predictable attendance is required

Qualification

OriginationContractingFinancial modelingProject developmentStakeholder managementTax equity financingPower purchase agreementsSales skillsNegotiation skillsAnalytical mindsetNetworking skillsProactive problem solvingMicrosoft Office proficiencyLeadership skillsCommunication skillsTime managementDetail-orientedAdaptabilityWork ethic

Required

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering, Business (Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Economics), or a related field, or equivalent work experience

Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in energy, renewables, or related sectors

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Thorough understanding of power purchase agreements or thorough understanding of CO2 transportation and sequestration agreements

Preferred

Fifteen or more years' experience in electric power and related sectors

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

Strong sales, organizational, networking, leadership, negotiating, and time management skills

Financial acumen and ability to understand complex financial models

Ability to build and maintain relationships with team members, internal customers, and external parties

Capable of participating in and leading discussions with senior-level management

Able to manage projects with limited guidance

Openness to change and ability to adapt to rapidly changing markets, policies, and business directions

Demonstrated ability to perform under significant time and pressure conditions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented, analytical mindset, and questioning attitude

Proactive approach toward identifying and solving problems

Strong work ethic, team attitude, and willingness to work extended hours and travel up to 50%

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint