Director Project, Development

About Us Brookfield Renewable is one of the core businesses under Brookfield Corporation (“Brookfield”), one of the world’s leading alternative asset managers. Brookfield Renewable is one of the world’s largest owners, operators, and developers of renewable power, with $102 billion of power assets under management. Our portfolio of hydropower, wind, utility-scale solar, distributed generation, and storage assets extends across North America, South America, Europe, India, and China, totaling almost 33,000 megawatts of capacity, and over 7,000 generating facilities globally. Come Join Us At Brookfield Renewable, we attract and retain high-performing individuals who are interested in making an impact, driving meaningful change and being part of a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Together, we contribute to the success of one of the fastest growing and largest publicly traded, pure play renewable power platforms in the world while supporting decarbonization and greater energy sustainability to facilitate the global transition to a net-zero. About The Role Brookfield Renewable Canada is seeking an experienced, innovative and execution-focused Director to join our Project Development Team. Reporting to the Head of Project Development, the Project Director, Development will lead the development of Brookfield Renewable Canada’s wind, solar and energy storage assets in Canada, with a key deliverable to execute on large-scale BESS projects in Ontario. As a key member of the Project Development team, the role will act as a leader within the organization, working collaboratively with professionals across all aspects of project development, from origination through to the commissioning of the assets. Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team and ensure that key workstreams are advancing on schedule;
• Report progress, optimize delivery, solve problems and escalate issues as required;
• Support the negotiation and commercial structuring of commercial and technical aspects of a project or transaction;
• Develop and maintain strong networks with wind, solar and energy storage industry representatives and key stakeholders.
• Support community and stakeholder engagement

Project Execution

• Advance early stage site evaluations for constructability
• Advance permitting submissions with local, provincial and federal authorities;
• Advance interconnection screening, reconnaissance and application processes through to executed interconnection agreements;
• Advance preconstruction resource assessments, energy yield analyses, engineering and design
• Advance major equipment specification and procurement processes for long lead items.
• Manage the construction tender package preparation with internal resources and external subcontractors;
• Execute the construction tender process and select successful bidder for contract execution;
• Oversee construction and contract execution, including procurement, detailed engineering review, construction monitoring and commissioning up to the transfer of the asset to the Operations team;
• Monitor performance of completed projects (construction and first two operating years) to assess performance against underwriting assumptions.

Knowledge And Experience Required

• Experience in project development and acquisitions with a strong commercial and technical background;
• Knowledge of the permitting and interconnection process in Canada, with a focus on Quebec, BC, Alberta and Ontario;
• Strong business acumen; ability to quickly assess the potential value, risks and returns of a business opportunity and prioritize development and acquisition opportunities;
• A demonstrated ability to manage projects while also leading a team of project managers, engineers, third party service providers and analysts in the development of multiple assets;
• A professional and thorough approach to project development and acquisitions, with a strong understanding of technical, financial, policy, regulatory and commercial drivers;
• Experience taking utility scale and distributed renewable energy projects from conception to completion;
• Experience defining and evaluating contracting strategies (EPC vs. EPCm etc.)
• Experience managing construction;
• A strong team approach; ability to work with different teams in the organization to ensure sound management of project development and acquisition opportunities from the identification process to the integration of new assets in the organization;
• The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• A high level of initiative;
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English;
• Located in Ottawa/Gatineau
• Are willing/open to travel.

Qualifications

• University degree in either Engineering (Civil or Electrical Engineering preferred) Finance, Management or other relevant related discipline;
• Significant experience in leading cross functional teams, in advancing complex projects and transactions from preliminary evaluation to transaction closing;
• 10+ years of experience in renewables project development;
• Strong technical background on large scale project design, namely project layout optimization and energy yield analysis, LCOE modeling, major component and procurement, AC and DC collector design, geotechnical investigations, racking and pile design, stormwater and road design, substation/switchyard design, SCADA, security systems and CCTV, performance testing, commissioning and operational readiness.

Considered An Asset

• An advanced degree in either Engineering, Finance, Management or other related discipline;
• Project Management Professional designation (PMP)
• Understanding of the electricity markets in Canada;
• Technical background on battery energy storage technology and projects. Able to opine on battery technology selection and to engage with BESS suppliers on a commercial and technical basis.

Working Here, You Will Enjoy At Brookfield, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, bonus structure, a health benefits program, and defined contribution pension plan.
• Our spaces are open, dynamic, and collaborative, giving you access to different businesses and teams. For your wellbeing, our building is equipped with a modern gym, bike storage, and healthy snacks and drinks.
• We cultivate a culture where we invest in your growth and development.

Diversity & Inclusion Brookfield Renewable embraces and promotes the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the recruitment process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.