Analyst, Strategy & Planning

Urban Grid is a leading independent power producer (IPP) delivering reliable, utility-scale solar and storage solutions to help meet America’s unprecedented energy demand. We develop, own and operate projects that strengthen local economies through long-term partnerships and responsible land stewardship. By integrating agrivoltaics into our land management practices, we enhance soil health, support local farmers and benefit the communities we serve. With a strong focus on execution and integrity, we are committed to being a trusted domestic energy provider and responsible corporate citizen. Urban Grid is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and operates across the United States with a growing portfolio that includes 12,000 megawatts of development assets.

About the role

The Analyst, Strategy & Planning role is critical in supporting Urban Grid’s growth by delivering accurate corporate reporting, insightful management presentations, and critical cross-functional projects. In this role, the Analyst will report to the Senior Manager, Strategy & Planning, and interface directly with senior leadership, translate complex data into clear insights, and enable decisions that advance the company’s performance and protect project value across development, construction, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare regular reports covering development pipeline, project milestones, and capital deployment.
• Maintain dashboards and KPIs, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting quality and cycle time through automation and process enhancements.
• Standardize workflows, templates, and documentation practices to ensure consistency in tracking.
• Identify gaps in current processes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce compliance risk.
• Stay informed on evolving IRS guidance, regulatory updates, and industry best practices related to renewable energy tax credits.
• Build executive-ready materials for senior management and the Board (e.g., portfolio updates, market outlooks, investment committee memos, strategic reviews).
• Distill complex analysis into concise narratives, visualizations, and recommendations; present findings in leadership meetings and cross-functional forums.
• Coordinate inputs across Development, Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC), Operations, Finance and Commercial groups.
• Work directly with the Procurement department to track major equipment orders (e.g., solar modules, turbines, inverters, transformers).
• Monitor contract execution, deposits, and delivery schedules tied to project tax credit eligibility.
• Maintain a centralized view for the Development organization of equipment allocation and supporting compliance documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, tax, project finance, consulting, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of U.S. renewable energy tax credit frameworks (ITC/PTC) and safe harbor concepts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across a complex project portfolio.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Experience supporting utility-scale solar, wind, or storage projects preferred.
• Exposure to construction or project development lifecycle phases preferred.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred.

Skills

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and documentation quality.
• Proactive and solution-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into actionable workflows.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Location

Hybrid in Houston, Texas (4 days in office, Fridays remote). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Visa sponsorship or transfer visas, including H-1B or L-2, are not available for this position.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account and flexible spending account.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Voluntary life and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid paternal leave.
• Retirement plan with matching contributions.

Full-time position with competitive compensation package, including bonus.