Project Director, Strategy - Infrastructure Development

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Position Specific Description

 

As a Project Director, you will be responsible for the analysis and strategy on high priority projects as assigned by senior executive management within our Infrastructure Development group. The Infrastructure Development Group covers origination and development of renewables, storage, transmission, gas, and nuclear projects. 

This position will be leading strategic opportunities that will drive growth, generate the highest value, and create future competitive advantage for NextEra Energy Resources. You will work with a small cross-functional team to analyze, develop, and propose strategies or solutions to complex topics. Individuals rapidly identify key data, stakeholders, and the current landscape in order to effectively present ideas for executive review. This role requires work experience in management consulting.

This position is based in Juno Beach, FL. Candidates must be willing to relocate/work onsite.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the analysis and development of strategic initiatives within a business unit of the infrastructure development group. Work closely with senior management to assess the competitive landscape, identify key challenges, and propose actionable solutions.
• Identifying the strategic opportunities that will drive growth, generate the highest value, and create future competitive advantage for NextEra Energy Resources.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and executive summaries for senior leadership. Effectively communicate complex ideas, data points, and strategies to stakeholders and decision-makers at all levels of the organization.
• Identify and engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather insights, validate strategies, and build consensus.
• Collaborate with various internal teams, including engineering, finance, operations, and regulatory affairs, to align on project objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Conduct thorough research and due diligence to support strategic recommendations. Utilize analytical tools to assess data, trends, and market dynamics to inform decision-making.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Background in management consulting, with a focus on power utilities/renewable energy and strategy, analysis, and project management.
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and maintaining a high standard of work. Strong organizational skills with a proven track record of executing projects efficiently.
• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding current value/profit pools, and how are they likely to evolve in the future.

Job Overview

Employees in this role develop and execute plans for new or enhanced generation projects. This job is responsible for resource allocation, schedules, cost and technical adequacy, ensuring the project or transaction is completed in the most cost effective and competitive manner. This position manages all aspects of the business deal and ensures the project is completed on time and within budgetary constraints.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the day to day transaction process to ensure timely completion as well as a cost effective and competitive results
• Leads and coordinates key functions such as financial feasibility analyses, engineering/design, project legal review, permitting activities and financial negotiations
• Coordinates due diligence activities with other internal groups to ensure proper analysis and structuring of assigned projects
• Acts as liaison between internal and external specialists regarding procurement, contracting, permitting and interconnection
• Constructs contractual arrangements for project development
• Negotiates agreements with consultants and subcontractors
• Ensures compliance with applicable technical and regulatory requirements
• Fosters external relationships with customers, third parties and members of the community
• Identifies opportunities and negotiates power sales contracts
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad /GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience:  7+ years

Preferred Qualifications