Director Asset Management

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Base pay range

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Company Overview

Our client is a leading global fund manager dedicated to accelerating the energy transition. The firm manages over $13B across 440+ renewable energy assets worldwide, spanning onshore/offshore wind, solar, battery storage, hydrogen, biomass, district heating/cooling, and other low‑carbon technologies. With ~130 professionals across major financial and energy hubs — including London, Dublin, Frankfurt, Madrid, Paris, Copenhagen, Chicago, New York, Hong Kong, and Beijing — the firm combines institutional capital discipline with entrepreneurial agility.

Its North American platform, headquartered in Chicago, has grown rapidly since 2021 and continues to expand across utility‑scale renewables and energy transition infrastructure.

The Opportunity

The firm is seeking an experienced Asset Manager (or Director) to join its Chicago‑based investment and asset management team. This individual will be responsible for managing a portfolio of U.S. wind and solar projects, supporting ongoing acquisitions, and helping scale the North American platform. This is a high‑visibility role with significant growth potential — offering the opportunity to build processes, collaborate cross‑functionally with investment and reporting teams, and contribute to a rapidly growing fund focused on U.S. energy transition investments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day asset management of a portfolio of wind and solar projects, driving performance optimization and ensuring compliance with ESG, HSE, and governance standards.

• Lead contract management across PPAs, O&M, interconnection, warranties, insurance, and partnership agreements.

• Support due diligence and technical reviews for new acquisitions; contribute to internal investment committee materials.

• Develop and maintain an operating cost and market data database to benchmark asset performance and inform future acquisitions.

• Prepare operational and financial reports, analyzing production metrics, availability, and cost variances.

• Assist with quarterly portfolio valuations, updating forecasts and presenting key inputs to the valuation and audit teams.

• Manage external vendor and consultant relationships, ensuring operational excellence and compliance.

• Conduct industry research across power markets, ISOs, and regulatory frameworks impacting the portfolio.

Candidate Profile

• 5‑10+ years of renewable energy industry experience

• Proven track record managing operating wind, solar, and/or storage assets.

• Strong understanding of project contracts, operating budgets, and performance metrics.

• Familiarity with tax equity structures and U.S. federal renewable incentives preferred.

• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, or related discipline (Electrical or Mechanical preferred).

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a lean, high‑growth environment.

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