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AES Corporation

Manager, Strategic Development

AES Corporation, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


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 teams.Determine how to incorporate development, siting, and technology policies into siting strategy.Create and manage prospecting budgets.Identify siting incentives and unique siting opportunities to pursue.Manage select strategic partnerships and advance prospects.Oversee the selection of new potential injection points for solar and battery storage projects.Review and provide feedback on viability of prospects identified by analysts.Review prospect diligence and decide which prospects to move forward with.Oversee status of land campaigns and adjust target sites as needed based on progress.Oversee early-stage development handoff to ensure a smooth and complete transition to developers.Review competition analyses and incorporate into siting strategy.Work with transmission strategy and interconnection teams to advocate for favorable interconnection rules and RTO policies, and incorporate transmission buildout into strategic development.Work with policy team on identifying, tracking, and influencing policy related to development and siting in target markets.Requirements:Bachelor's degree.5+ years' relevant experience.Strong organization and time management skills.Excellent verbal and communication skills.Knowledge and capabilities to work in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.Experience with GIS or mapping tools preferred.Experience with data analysis preferred.Diligent, detailed oriented, and dynamic. Able to self-organize priorities.AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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