Overview
A renewable energy organization is seeking a Senior Commercial Analyst to support the development of community solar and energy storage projects across the United States. This role involves validation, assessment, and valuation of projects, providing an opportunity to engage with the fast-growing renewable energy and energy storage markets. The position requires coordination and collaboration with internal teams including project origination, engineering, product, grid services, and project finance.
This role is based onsite in Teaneck, NJ, but remote candidates located on the East Coast or in the Midwest will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate project economics, returns, and risk profiles for acquisitions and greenfield projects.
- Validate assumptions and optimize project economics in collaboration with acquisition and development teams.
- Gather and analyze technical and commercial inputs such as revenue forecasts, capex/opex, equipment specifications, production estimates, and interconnection costs for accurate modeling.
- Prepare valuation summaries and support the creation of investment committee materials for internal approvals and executive review.
- Conduct market and competitive research to inform pricing, incentive strategies, and revenue forecasts.
- Collaborate with project finance, engineering, and execution teams to refine assumptions and identify key value drivers.
- Prepare client-facing presentations and support the commercial team as needed.
- Maintain and update pipeline reports for senior management review and tracking.
- Organize and manage project documentation across multiple data sources to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
- Support the project development process from conception through completion, including tracking milestones and documenting progress.
- Assist in preliminary solar and energy storage system designs to inform feasibility and cost analysis.
- Perform techno-economic evaluations of new projects and investment opportunities.
- Provide contracting support for acquisition deals, including sensitivity analysis and calculation of price adjustment mechanisms for term sheets.
- Collaborate with related business units and partners to align objectives and share best practices.
- Perform additional duties and special projects as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in renewable energy, with direct exposure to distributed generation, community solar, and/or energy storage.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas, macros, and scenario analysis.
- Familiarity with PV and ESS design tools such as HelioScope and Energy Toolbase, and production modeling.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree, ideally in engineering, energy, environmental, sustainability, or a related field, or equivalent energy-specific experience.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and analytical thinking with the ability to identify and solve potential risks and challenges.
- Experience supporting M&A transactions or project finance in the renewable energy sector.
- Knowledge of incentive programs such as state REC programs and ITC/PTC structures.
- Organized, self-motivated, team-oriented with a can-do attitude.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated annual base salary for this position varies by location:
- Zone 1 (San Francisco, New York City): $106,900 – $128,300
- Zone 2 (California, New Jersey, New York): $98,000 – $117,600
- Zone 3 (All other locations): $89,100 – $106,900
Individual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and other business-related factors.
Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands
- Standing: 20% of time
- Sitting: 70% of time
- Walking: 10% of time
Strength requirements (up to 10 pounds): pulling, pushing, carrying, lifting
Dexterity: frequent typing, handling, reaching
Agility: frequent turning and twisting; occasional bending and crouching; no balancing, climbing, crawling, or kneeling required
The incumbent must be able to perform all job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Location
This position is based in Teaneck, New Jersey, with remote work considered for candidates located on the East Coast or in the Midwest.