Project Development Analyst, Central

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers’ needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America. 

We are seeking a Project Development Analyst for the Central region to support the development of utility-scale solar and energy storage from market assessment to site development and through the start of construction within Texas. This is a high-visibility role in a fast-paced industry with a broad scope that with advancement can lead to roles in project development, market analytics, and origination/power marketing. 

Responsibilities: 

• Make initial contact with strategically identified landowners, research contact information, negotiate financeable terms, advance negotiations with landowners and their attorneys, and maintain positive working relationships;
• Site due diligence and factual research into land attributes and project constraints (such as real estate title, political, local, environmental, and project development issues);
• Ability to strategize site control expansion/optimization, with an understanding of solar development site suitability and applicable government incentives;
• Learn priority legal terms for company site control agreements and liaise with legal counsel;
• Travel as needed for landowner meetings to secure site options for lease or purchase agreements;
• Prepare presentation material for landowner and elected officials in collaboration with the marketing and communications team;
• Develop and own relationships with external project stakeholders including landowners, local authorities, and consultants;
• Own project status tracking and provide regular reporting to the regional development lead;
• Navigate permitting processes within project communities and communicate requirements to relevant project stakeholders;
• Support due diligence for development or acquisition projects, including summarizing project facts, perceived risks and opportunities, including quantitative assessments;
• Support and fulfill tasks in alignment with established development budgets and schedules;
• Communicate with local community stakeholders about the company's background and development plans;
• Support overall development of utility-scale projects to the successful start of construction, working with in-house and external subject matter experts;
• Leads project feasibility studies and develops recommendations for leadership;
• Manages development timelines and identifies risk mitigation strategies;
• Other duties as assigned or required. 

Key Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in an analytical field (e.g. Engineering, Finance) or industry equivalent;
• 1 to 3 years of experience in energy land acquisition or project development (preferably utility-scale). A history of applicable internships throughout schooling will be considered;
• Demonstrably strong organizational skills and experience using project and task-tracking tools;
• High initiative and desire to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment with executive mentorship but limited task-level direction and supervision;
• As part of a lean and dynamic team, the candidate must be able to plan, oversee, and personally execute numerous projects simultaneously, work well under pressure, and adjust to changing priorities. 

Compensation and Location: 

Salary:  A base salary commensurate with experience
Bonus:  An annual bonus will be awarded based on both individual performance as well as the overall success of the business 
Benefits:  Aypa offers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care / dental / vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, and other health/wellness benefits
Location:  Hybrid (USA). Ability to work in the United States is a requirement. Preference is given to candidates located in Austin, TX, or willing to relocate;
Travel: up to 40%.   

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all. 

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