Manager of Client Operations

Responsibilities

• Interfaces and coordinates with a results-driven multi-disciplinary team of internal and external parties to ensure the viability of identified projects through analysis and project management
• Runs the RFP process in collaboration with the team to effectively identify and recommend channel partners to the client, and to define the commercial terms of each project
• Creates work products including property site decks and RFP results recommendations
• Manages multiple live deals simultaneously, while developing and assessing others
• Develops and manages internal and external networks/relationships with existing clients, industry contacts, and channel partners
• Works closely with transactions and construction teams to effectively manage projects across swim lanes
• Works closely with property owners to understand and manage substantive issues around financial, legal, energy and operational aspects of solar or other energy projects
• Manages relationships with energy/facility/property managers
• Fosters an environment that delivers best-in-class service and superior results to clients
• Closely follows industry trends and competitor activities, including regulatory/financial incentives, power pricing and structured financing transactions
• Enters and updates relevant project and client data within Black Bear’s internal database

Requirements

• 4-8 years relevant experience preferred
• Passionate about the renewable energy/sustainability industry
• Willingness to travel, as needed
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; the ability to quickly learn new tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills
• Must have an entrepreneurial attitude and a diplomatic approach
• Knowledge of or experience in solar PV, energy efficiency, energy storage, or power projects in US; knowledge of the renewable energy power market and its dynamics

About the role

Black Bear Energy, a Legence Company, is seeking a Manager of Client Operations. This position includes managing projects and leading deals for solar and storage opportunities in the commercial real estate and corporate sectors. They will work closely with the Client Operations Team, senior Black Bear team members, and institutional property owners to ensure projects are identified, planned, developed, and completed successfully.