Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE : AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries , AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work , you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 , we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24 / 7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.AES Clean Energy (AESCE) is seeking a Strategic Development Manager for the Central region (MISO, SPP, and ERCOT). The Strategic Development team is responsible for creating AESCE’s greenfield pipeline of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. The role will work cross-functionally to establish and implement siting strategies in these regions. The successful candidate will have experience working on renewable projects in MISO, SPP and / or ERCOT.This position can be remote, however, we require that the candidate be located within the US territory.Principal Duties and Responsibilities :Establish recommendations for regional filing goals using information from market and growth strategy teamsDetermine how to incorporate development, siting, and technology policies into siting strategyCreate and manage prospecting budgetsIdentify siting incentives and unique siting opportunities to pursueManage select strategic partnerships and advance prospectsOversee the selection of new potential injection points for solar and battery storage projectsReview and provide feedback on viability of prospects identified by analystsReview prospect diligence and decide which prospects to move forward withOversee status of land campaigns and adjust target sites as needed based on progressOversee early-stage development handoff to ensure a smooth and complete transition to developersReview competition analyses and incorporate into siting strategyWork with transmission strategy and interconnection teams to advocate for favorable interconnection rules and RTO policies, and incorporate transmission buildout into strategic developmentWork with policy team on identifying, tracking, and influencing policy related to development and siting in target marketsRequirements :Bachelor’s degree5+ years’ relevant experienceStrong organization and time management skillsExcellent verbal and communication skillsKnowledge and capabilities to work in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power PointExperience with GIS or mapping tools preferredExperience with data analysis preferredDiligent, detailed oriented, and dynamic. Able to self-organize priorities.
