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Tax ManagerPosition Overview

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our growing Tax team. This individual will play a key role in managing client engagements, overseeing tax compliance, providing technical guidance, and developing the next generation of tax professionals.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical tax expertise, proven leadership capabilities, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all aspects of assigned tax engagements, including planning, execution, supervision, and final review.

Lead engagement-related decision-making, keeping Partners informed of significant developments, client matters, potential risks, and recommendations.

Review tax returns, supporting workpapers, and related documentation to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance.

Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to staff, supporting their professional development and performance.

Assist with recruitment, resource allocation, workload planning, and team development.

Monitor engagement budgets, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure engagements are completed efficiently and effectively.

Identify and resolve complex technical tax and accounting issues, developing practical solutions where necessary.

Maintain strong client relationships, providing proactive communication and ensuring a high standard of client service.

Stay up to date with relevant tax legislation, regulatory changes, and developments affecting the profession.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, with an Accounting degree preferred.

Active CPA licence required.

Minimum of 6 years of tax experience within a public accounting firm.

Previous personnel management and team leadership experience.

Advanced technical knowledge of taxation, accounting principles, and relevant regulatory requirements.

Demonstrated experience managing multiple tax engagements and client relationships.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent organisational, planning, and decision-making abilities.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Proven ability to identify technical challenges and develop effective solutions.

Strong interpersonal and client relationship management skills.

Preferred: Experience providing attestation and accounting services would be an advantage.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

Competitive base salary.

Flexible working arrangements, including flexible hours and remote work options.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

Paid maternity and paternity leave.

Generous employee and client referral incentives.

Extensive professional development and training opportunities.

Clear career progression pathways and advancement programmes.

Team-building initiatives, charitable events, and social activities.

Generous paid time off and annual paid holidays.

Employer-matching 401(k) retirement programme.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an established tax professional looking to take the next step in their career, lead client engagements, develop a team, and contribute to the continued success of a growing public accounting practice.

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Audit Manager - Public Accounting

Location: Houston, Texas
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Public Accounting / CPA Firm
Experience Level: Audit Manager / Experienced Assurance Manager
Work Model: Predominantly onsite and client-facing (minimum 4 days per week)
CPA: Preferred

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an established CPA firm in Houston, Texas, seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its assurance practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a public accounting professional who enjoys leading audit engagements, developing junior staff and building meaningful relationships with clients.

The firm places a strong emphasis on hands-on client service, collaborative teamwork and in-person audit delivery.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing audit engagements, maintaining high technical standards and supporting the continued development of the audit team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage external audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, accuracy and timely delivery.

Oversee audit fieldwork, review working papers and resolve technical accounting and audit issues.

Lead engagement planning, risk assessments and audit procedures.

Review financial statements and related disclosures for compliance with applicable accounting standards.

Manage engagement budgets, staffing, deadlines and overall workflow.

Serve as a key point of contact for clients throughout the audit process.

Communicate audit findings, recommendations and engagement progress to clients and senior leadership.

Supervise, coach and mentor audit associates and senior auditors.

Review staff performance and provide constructive feedback.

Identify opportunities to improve audit processes, engagement efficiency and client service.

Work closely with Partners and senior leadership to ensure successful engagement delivery.

Contribute to client relationship development and potential business growth opportunities.

Requirements

Strong experience in external audit within a U.S. public accounting firm.

Current or recent experience at Audit Manager level, or significant Senior Auditor experience with demonstrated engagement leadership.

Proven ability to manage audit engagements from planning through completion.

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GAAS and relevant professional auditing standards.

Experience reviewing audit working papers and financial statements.

Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring and developing junior audit professionals.

Strong client relationship management and communication skills.

Experience managing engagement budgets, staffing and deadlines.

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, client-facing environment.

Willingness to work at least four days per week in the office or at client sites.

Preferred Experience

Nonprofit and not-for-profit audit engagements.

Single Audits and Uniform Guidance.

Yellow Book / Government Auditing Standards.

Employee benefit plan audits.

Compilation and review engagements.

Experience presenting audit findings to senior management or boards.

Exposure to engagement profitability, realization, billing and business development.

Experience with audit and accounting software such as CaseWare, CCH or similar platforms.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

CPA designation preferred; licensing requirements to be confirmed.

Relevant public accounting audit experience is essential.

Candidates with strong management-level experience and the ability to lead multiple engagements are encouraged to apply.

Work Arrangement

This is a predominantly onsite and field-based opportunity.

The firm values face-to-face collaboration with clients and audit teams. Managers are expected to spend at least four days per week working at client locations or in the Houston office.

Candidates should be comfortable traveling to local client sites and working closely with their teams during audit engagements.

This is not a fully remote position.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary, depending on experience and responsibilities.

Opportunity to work directly with experienced Partners and audit leadership.

Exposure to a diverse portfolio of assurance clients.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Additional benefits: [TO BE CONFIRMED]

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Audit Manager who enjoys being involved in the full audit process rather than working in a purely administrative management role.

You'll have the opportunity to lead engagements, maintain direct client relationships, mentor developing auditors and contribute to the continued success of an established Houston CPA practice.

If you're looking for a hands-on audit leadership position with strong client exposure and opportunities for professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now

For more information or a confidential conversation, please contact:

Kyla Morgan
US Team Lead - Financials & Commercials
Smart4Energy Talent ⚡🌍

Phone: +1 512 813 9002
Email:
Website: www.smart4energytalent.com

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Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Preparer - Remote (U.S.)

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience
Location: Jacksonville, FL | Fully Remote Opportunities Available Across the U.S.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Public Accounting / Tax Advisory
CPA / EA: Preferred but not required

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an established, boutique CPA and tax advisory firm in Jacksonville, Florida, seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Preparer to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong tax professional who enjoys hands-on preparation, working directly with clients and taking ownership of tax engagements from start to finish.

Unlike traditional Tax Manager positions, this role is focused primarily on tax preparation rather than reviewing other professionals' work or managing a team.

The firm works with a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses, individuals and other entities, offering the opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting tax matters.

The successful candidate will join an experienced, collaborative team and have the opportunity to take ownership of their work without unnecessary layers of management.

Key Responsibilities

Independently prepare federal and applicable state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts and nonprofit organizations.

Prepare returns including Forms 1040, 1041, 1065, 1120 and 990, as applicable.

Work directly with clients to obtain tax documentation, clarify information and resolve outstanding questions.

Review financial information and supporting schedules to ensure accurate tax return preparation.

Navigate QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop to obtain financial information and make necessary adjustments.

Prepare and post journal entries and adjusting entries where required.

Identify missing information, discrepancies and potential tax compliance issues.

Manage assigned tax preparation work independently, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Communicate effectively with clients and internal team members regarding deadlines and outstanding requirements.

Support a smooth transition of existing client responsibilities through an initial handover period.

Requirements

Proven experience preparing individual and business tax returns within a CPA firm, public accounting practice or similar professional tax environment.

Strong hands-on experience with Forms 1040, 1041, 1065 and 1120; experience with Form 990 is highly desirable.

Ability to independently prepare returns with minimal supervision.

Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, with the ability to navigate QuickBooks Desktop files.

Experience preparing adjusting journal entries and working with financial statements.

Strong understanding of federal tax compliance requirements.

Comfortable communicating directly with clients and requesting financial information.

Excellent attention to detail, time management and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines.

Qualifications

CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is advantageous but not essential.

Candidates actively pursuing their CPA or who have completed some CPA examinations are encouraged to apply.

Practical tax preparation experience and technical proficiency will be prioritized over formal credentials.

Remote Working Arrangements

The firm offers fully remote opportunities for candidates based outside the Jacksonville area.

Remote employees will collaborate with the team through Zoom and other virtual communication tools.

Occasional in-person visits to Jacksonville may be required throughout the year.

Candidates based locally in Jacksonville should expect an onsite working arrangement.

Applicants must be comfortable working independently and maintaining direct client communication.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience.

Opportunity to work remotely for candidates outside Jacksonville.

Exposure to a diverse portfolio of individual and business tax clients.

Direct interaction with experienced firm principals.

Potential employer support toward obtaining a CPA qualification.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys the technical side of public accounting and prefers preparing returns over managing people.

You'll have the opportunity to work with an established client base, take ownership of your assignments and contribute directly to a smaller, hands-on accounting practice.

If you're a Senior Tax Accountant, Tax Preparer, Tax Specialist or experienced Enrolled Agent looking for a new opportunity with remote flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Kyla Morgan at Smart4Energy Talent for a confidential conversation.

📞 Phone: +1 512 813 9002
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Senior Auditor | Public Accounting | Houston / The Woodlands, TX

Are you a Senior Auditor looking to take the next step in your public accounting career - without the demands and bureaucracy of a large firm?

I'm currently working on a Senior Auditor opportunity with a growing CPA firm in Texas, offering the chance to take ownership of audit engagements from planning through completion while working closely with Partners and clients.

What you'll be doing:

* Lead audit engagements from start to finish

* Develop risk-based audit testing procedures

* Identify audit issues and recommend practical solutions

* Review audit evidence and financial statements

* Supervise and mentor junior auditors

* Work directly with clients and engagement teams

* Ensure compliance with professional auditing standards

What they're looking for:

* 3+ years of public accounting audit experience

* CPA licensed or actively pursuing the CPA

* Strong Excel skills

* Solid understanding of GAAS and financial statement preparation

* Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills

What's on offer:

* 401(k) + matching

* Health, dental, vision & life insurance

* PTO

* Flexible scheduling & work-from-home opportunities

* Supportive, team-focused environment

* Additional compensation for hours worked over 40

Location: Houston, TX - relocating to The Woodlands, TX

Type: Full-time, Monday-Friday

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SBIC Director

Fully Remote | $180,000+ Starting Salary | United States

About the Opportunity

A leading alternative investment fund administration firm is seeking an experienced SBIC Director to join its growing specialist SBIC practice.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone with strong SBIC, SBA, fund accounting, and alternative investment experience who is looking to take ownership of client relationships, oversee complex fund administration, and lead high-performing teams.

The role is fully remote and offers a starting salary of $180,000+, with the opportunity to play a key role within an established and growing SBIC platform.

Key ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee the administration of a portfolio of SBIC fundsAct as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor to clientsOversee SBIC fund accounting, financial reporting, and administrationReview and oversee SBA-related reporting and compliance requirementsProvide oversight of partnership accounting and Form 1065 reportingSupport SBA reporting and regulatory submissionsReview complex accounting matters and ensure accurate, timely deliverablesLead, mentor, and develop fund accounting and administration teamsWork closely with internal teams to resolve technical and client-related issuesDrive process improvements and best practices across the SBIC practiceSupport client retention and business development initiativesWhat We're Looking ForSignificant experience working with SBIC fundsStrong understanding of SBA regulations, reporting, and complianceBackground in fund accounting, fund administration, or alternative investmentsExperience with partnership accounting and Form 1065Previous management or leadership experienceStrong client-facing and relationship management skillsExcellent communication and organizational skillsCPA or other relevant professional designation is preferredWhat's On Offer$180,000+ starting salaryFully remoteSenior leadership position within a specialist SBIC practiceOpportunity to work with sophisticated alternative investment clientsSignificant exposure to a highly niche and in-demand area of fund administrationLong-term career progression within a growing platform

Interested in learning more?

If you have strong SBIC experience and are open to a fully remote Director-level opportunity, please reach out directly for a confidential discussion.

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Title: Project Development Manager

Location: United States, remote with travel as required

About the Company

A rapidly growing energy infrastructure company operating in the utility-scale energy storage sector is expanding its presence across the United States. The business develops and delivers large-scale energy infrastructure projects supporting the transition toward a more flexible and resilient power system. As the company continues to build its US project portfolio, it is expanding its project development team and is seeking an experienced Project Development Manager to support the advancement of utility-scale, front-of-the-meter projects across key US markets. This is an opportunity to join a high-growth organisation and take ownership of projects through critical stages of development, working closely with internal teams, development partners, utilities, authorities, landowners and external consultants.

About the Role

The Project Development Manager will be responsible for advancing assigned utility-scale energy projects through the development lifecycle, from early-stage feasibility through permitting, interconnection and ultimately Ready-to-Build / Financial Close. The role is focused on hands-on project execution and coordination. You will act as a central point of contact for assigned projects, coordinating internal teams and external partners and ensuring key development activities remain on schedule, within budget and aligned with project objectives.

The successful candidate will work closely with teams across Engineering, Grid, Commercial, Finance and Legal, as well as external developers, consultants, utilities, landowners and regulatory authorities. Strong experience with US interconnection processes, permitting and utility-scale energy project development is important, together with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and keep complex projects moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

Manage assigned utility-scale energy projects from early-stage development through Ready-to-Build / Financial Close.Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, milestones, risk registers and development plans.Coordinate key development workstreams including interconnection, permitting, land, environmental studies, engineering and commercial activities.Identify project risks, dependencies and potential delays and work proactively with the wider team to resolve them.Support project evaluation and feasibility assessments for new development opportunities.Track project progress and provide regular updates to project and senior management.Lead day-to-day coordination of project interconnection activities with relevant US utilities, transmission owners and ISO/RTOs.Manage interconnection applications, studies, milestones and required documentation.Coordinate technical inputs between internal engineering teams, utilities, grid consultants and other project stakeholders.Support evaluation of interconnection feasibility, costs, timelines and potential project constraints.Monitor changes to relevant ISO/RTO requirements and market processes and assess their impact on assigned projects.Experience with markets such as ERCOT, PJM, SPP, MISO or CAISO is advantageous.Coordinate project permitting and approval processes at federal, state and local levels.Manage relationships and communication with relevant authorities, municipalities and regulatory stakeholders.Coordinate environmental, technical and other specialist studies required to progress projects.Track permitting requirements, approvals, conditions and associated project deadlines.Identify regulatory risks and escalate issues where required.Support land acquisition and site-control activities, including coordination with landowners and local stakeholders.Work with local development partners and co-development counterparties to advance project activities.Coordinate development agreements, project milestones, deliverables and workstreams with external partners.Monitor the quality, timing and progress of work completed by development partners and consultants.Build effective working relationships with landowners, developers, consultants and other external stakeholders.Work closely with Commercial and Finance teams to support project business cases, financial analysis and investment decisions.Provide development inputs into project budgets, schedules, financial models and risk assessments.Support commercial discussions with utilities, developers, offtakers and other project stakeholders where required.Coordinate with Legal on development agreements, land agreements, consultant contracts and other project documentation.Ensure development activities remain aligned with commercial and investment requirements.Support projects in progressing toward a bankable, investment-ready and construction-ready position.Act as a central coordination point for assigned projects, ensuring internal and external stakeholders remain aligned.Coordinate cross-functional teams across Development, Engineering, Grid, Commercial, Finance and Legal.Manage external consultants and specialist advisors.Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, from technical teams and grid operators to regulators, development partners and landowners.Organise and lead project meetings, track actions and ensure agreed deliverables are completed.Escalate critical risks, decisions and delays to senior management with clear recommendations.Maintain a strong understanding of the US energy market and relevant project development frameworks.Monitor changes to interconnection rules, permitting requirements, energy storage policy and market structures.Identify how regulatory or market changes may affect the company's development pipeline.Support the assessment of new markets and development opportunities as the US portfolio expands.

Required Experience & Background

3-7 years of experience in utility-scale energy project development, renewable energy, energy storage, power generation or related infrastructure.Demonstrated experience progressing projects through multiple stages of development, ideally including permitting and interconnection.Practical understanding of US utility-scale project development processes.Experience working with utilities, transmission owners, ISO/RTOs, permitting authorities, landowners or other project stakeholders.Understanding of US interconnection processes and the ability to coordinate technical and commercial aspects of interconnection.Experience managing external consultants, development partners and multidisciplinary project teams.Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage schedules, budgets, risks and multiple concurrent workstreams.Experience working across functions such as Engineering, Grid, Commercial, Finance and Legal.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy, Environmental Sciences, Economics, Business or a related discipline.Professional English.

Preferred Experience

Experience with utility-scale energy storage / BESS, renewable energy or hybrid energy projects.Experience with front-of-the-meter projects.Experience in one or more major US power markets, including ERCOT, PJM, SPP, MISO or CAISO.Practical experience with utility interconnection applications, studies or negotiations.Experience with land acquisition, site control and landowner negotiations.Experience working with local development partners or co-development structures.Familiarity with state and local permitting processes for large-scale energy infrastructure.Experience taking projects toward Financial Close and/or Ready-to-Build.

Key Competencies

Strong project management and organisational skills.Commercially aware with good understanding of project economics and development risk.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Comfortable coordinating multiple internal and external parties.Proactive approach to identifying and resolving project issues.Ability to translate technical, commercial and regulatory information into clear actions.Strong attention to detail while maintaining an understanding of the wider project objectives.Comfortable working independently in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across international and cross-functional teams.Willingness to travel to project sites, stakeholder meetings and other locations across the US as required.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary dependent on experience and qualifications.Annual performance-based bonus.Equity participation.Employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution/match.Generous paid time off and company holidays.Life and disability insurance.Employee assistance programme.Professional development opportunities. Read less

Title: Director of Business Development

Location: USA, remote with travel

About the Role

A rapidly growing energy infrastructure company developing and delivering utility-scale solutions to support the global energy transition. The company has moved beyond the technology-development stage and is now focused on scaling its commercial pipeline, delivering projects, commissioning assets, and expanding its presence across key international markets. With operations spanning engineering, project delivery, commercial development, operations and corporate functions, the business offers the opportunity to join a growing organisation at an important stage of its expansion.

We are looking for a Director of Business Development to lead the growth of the company's North American commercial pipeline. Based in North America and reporting to the regional leadership team, this individual will be responsible for identifying, developing and advancing customer, partner and strategic opportunities across the region. The role will work closely with the broader commercial, development and project execution teams to progress opportunities from initial engagement through commercial agreement and into project development.

The successful candidate will build relationships with utilities, developers, strategic partners and other relevant stakeholders, while helping to structure commercial arrangements that enable projects to progress toward development, financing and construction. This is a senior, externally focused position requiring strong knowledge of the North American energy market and an established network across the utility, IPP, development or broader energy infrastructure ecosystem. The individual will also represent the company at industry events and in meetings with customers, partners and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Initiate, develop and manage commercial relationships with utilities, developers, strategic partners and other organisations that can support the growth of the company's project pipeline.Develop and manage customer and project strategies, identifying commercial requirements, potential barriers, risks and opportunities.Support the structuring and negotiation of commercial arrangements, including equipment supply agreements, offtake/tolling structures, development partnerships and joint ventures.Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and potential customers across North America.Work closely with regional leadership and the wider commercial team to deliver business development and growth objectives.Lead customer engagements from initial discussions through advanced commercial negotiations and contracting.Act as a senior commercial point of contact for customers, partners and strategic stakeholders.Coordinate internal stakeholders to ensure commercial opportunities progress against agreed timelines and milestones.Maintain accurate documentation and reporting across the regional project pipeline.Work closely with international headquarters and cross-functional teams across development, engineering, project execution, finance and legal.Support the continued development of the North American team and contribute to building effective cross-functional processes.Represent the company at industry conferences, customer meetings and relevant external events.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent relevant professional experience.10+ years of experience in business development, commercial development or project origination within the energy or infrastructure sector.Experience working with IPPs, utilities, energy developers or other large-scale energy infrastructure organisations.Strong understanding of large-scale power projects and the requirements associated with project development, financing and execution.

Experience in the North American energy market, ideally across one or more of the following areas:

Energy storage; Power generation; Renewables; Oil & gas infrastructure; Energy infrastructure or related technologiesStrong knowledge of North American energy markets, market structures and key industry stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain senior-level customer and partner relationships.Experience progressing commercial opportunities from early-stage discussions through contracting and project development.Strong commercial judgement, negotiation and problem-solving capabilities.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively across multiple internal functions and international teams.Experience working within a fast-growing or entrepreneurial organisation is advantageous.Professional fluency in English.The successful candidate will be commercially driven, organised and proactive, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment.We are looking for someone who is comfortable taking ownership, making decisions, building relationships and progressing opportunities with a high degree of autonomy.Curiosity, adaptability, entrepreneurial thinking and a collaborative approach are highly valued.

Growth & Culture

This is an opportunity to join a growing energy infrastructure business at a significant stage of its North American expansion.

The successful candidate will have meaningful responsibility for developing the regional commercial pipeline and will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. As the organisation continues to grow, there will be opportunities to take on broader commercial, strategic and leadership responsibilities.

The company values ambitious, motivated and collaborative individuals who are passionate about the energy transition and want to contribute directly to the development and delivery of major energy infrastructure projects.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary dependent on experience and qualifications.Annual performance-based bonus.Equity participation.Employer-sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.Generous paid time off and company holidays.Life and disability insurance.Employee assistance programme.Professional development opportunities. Read less

Title: Project Development Director

Location: United States

Travel: As required

About the Company

A rapidly growing energy infrastructure company operating in the utility-scale energy storage sector is expanding its presence across the United States. The business develops and delivers large-scale energy infrastructure projects that support the transition toward a more flexible and resilient energy system.

As the company continues to build its US portfolio, it is strengthening its development platform and is seeking an experienced Project Development Director to lead the end-to-end development of front-of-the-meter projects across key US markets.

This is a senior leadership opportunity within a high-growth organization, with significant responsibility for shaping the company's US development portfolio and long-term market expansion.

Role Overview

The Project Development Director will lead project development activities across the United States, with accountability for the origination, advancement and delivery of a utility-scale project pipeline.

The successful candidate will define and execute development strategy, lead internal development teams and external partners, and ensure projects progress effectively from early-stage origination through permitting, interconnection, commercial structuring and Financial Close / Ready-to-Build.

The Director will play a central role in the company's US growth strategy and will work closely with senior leadership on portfolio expansion and investment decisions.

The role is hybrid and can be based anywhere in the United States, with travel as required.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the US project development strategy.Build and manage a pipeline of utility-scale energy projects across priority markets.Evaluate and prioritize development opportunities based on strategic, commercial, regulatory and financial considerations.Ensure development activities remain aligned with broader corporate growth objectives.Lead projects from origination through Financial Close and Ready-to-Build.Oversee permitting, interconnection, land control and stakeholder engagement activities.Manage development budgets, schedules, risks and resources.Establish effective development processes, governance structures and reporting frameworks.Support market-entry strategies and identify new development opportunities.Lead negotiations relating to development agreements, partnerships and strategic relationships.Support commercial discussions with utilities, developers, investors and other strategic counterparties.Work with internal teams on project valuation, financial analysis and investment decisions.Build, lead and mentor the US project development team.Coordinate cross-functional activities across Legal, Engineering, Grid, Finance, Commercial and External Affairs.Manage external developers, consultants and specialist advisors.Provide clear reporting to senior executives and board-level stakeholders.Provide regular updates on project pipeline progress, development risks and investment opportunities.Present project recommendations and strategic initiatives to senior leadership.Contribute to corporate planning, portfolio strategy and investment decisions.

Required Experience & Background

10+ years of experience in utility-scale energy project development in the United States.Demonstrated track record taking projects from early-stage development through permitting, interconnection and Financial Close or Ready-to-Build.Experience leading development teams and managing external development partners.Strong understanding of US ISO markets, interconnection processes and utility-scale energy infrastructure.Experience negotiating complex commercial, development and partnership agreements.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Energy, Business or a related discipline.

Preferred Experience

Experience developing projects in ERCOT, SPP and/or PJM.Background in energy storage, renewable energy or hybrid energy projects.Established relationships with utilities, developers, landowners and relevant regulatory stakeholders.

Key Competencies

Strategic leadership and commercial judgment.Strong financial and commercial acumen.Executive presence and stakeholder management.Ability to operate effectively within a rapidly scaling organization.Strong negotiation and influencing capabilities.Entrepreneurial and solutions-oriented approach.Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results. Read less

Title: Project Director

Location: USA | Remote with travel

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Director to take senior responsibility for the delivery of large-scale energy and industrial projects. The successful candidate will have a strong EPC background and experience managing projects through the full delivery lifecycle, from early-stage preparation and engineering through procurement, construction, commissioning, and final handover.

The role will involve coordinating multidisciplinary teams, engineering partners, contractors, and other project stakeholders while maintaining accountability for project performance across safety, schedule, cost, quality, and contractual requirements.

The successful individual will be comfortable operating in complex project environments and taking ownership of delivery from initial planning through to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of assigned projects.Lead projects through planning, permitting, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.Coordinate activities across development, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams.Establish project priorities, milestones, reporting structures, and delivery plans.Serve as a senior point of escalation for significant project matters.Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities across civil, mechanical, electrical, process, and controls disciplines.Ensure effective integration between engineering, procurement, and construction activities.Oversee technical reviews, project risks, design development, and value-engineering opportunities.Ensure designs are practical to construct and support efficient commissioning and startup.Identify and resolve technical issues that could affect project delivery.Provide senior oversight of construction activities and site execution.Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, and other delivery partners.Monitor progress against agreed schedules, budgets, milestones, and quality requirements.Address construction issues, delays, changes, and potential claims.Ensure work is undertaken in accordance with applicable HSE, regulatory, contractual, and quality requirements.Maintain alignment between site activities and overall project objectives.Develop and oversee commissioning and startup plans.Coordinate testing, system validation, and performance verification.Work closely with construction and technical teams to ensure commissioning readiness.Manage completion activities, outstanding works, documentation, and final handover.Ensure project deliverables and contractual performance requirements are achieved.Oversee EPC agreements and significant subcontractor relationships.Support contract negotiations, change management, claims, and variations.Maintain effective relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, authorities, lenders, and other project stakeholders.Coordinate communication between internal and external project teams.Ensure commercial and contractual considerations are incorporated into project decisions.Maintain oversight of project budgets, forecasts, expenditure, and cost performance.Identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and mitigation measures.Monitor potential impacts to cost, schedule, quality, and delivery.Ensure appropriate project reporting and governance processes are maintained.Provide senior management with clear visibility of project status and emerging issues.

Required Experience

10+ years of experience delivering EPC projects within energy, power generation, industrial, infrastructure, or related sectors.Demonstrated experience managing projects across the full lifecycle, from early development and engineering through construction, commissioning, and handover.Strong construction management experience on complex industrial or energy projects.Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and external engineering contractors.Practical experience with commissioning, startup, testing, and project completion.Experience managing major EPC contractors, subcontractors, and site teams.Strong understanding of EPC, EPCM, and multi-contract delivery models.Experience working across international and multicultural project environments.Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or a related discipline.Fluent or native-level English.Willingness to travel within the US and internationally as required.

Key Skills & Attributes

Strong project leadership and ownership.Effective decision-making in complex project environments.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.Strong understanding of construction planning, sequencing, and site coordination.Commercially aware with strong cost and contract management capabilities.Structured approach to risk identification and mitigation.Highly organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities.Strong focus on execution, delivery, and project outcomes.

Desirable Experience

Background in energy storage, renewable energy, power generation, or related technologies.Experience working on projects involving teams or stakeholders across the US and Europe.Familiarity with permitting, regulatory, and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.Experience delivering technically complex energy or industrial facilities Read less