Executive Director - Thermal; E3 Consulting

Executive Director – Thermal (E3 Consulting)

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Founded in 1999, E3 is a leading technical advisor, providing reviews of complex capital-intensive projects for capital providers, project developers, owners, and regulators. E3 primarily offers independent engineering and advisory services for energy, industrial, and public infrastructure projects. As an independent subsidiary of NAES, we support a large portfolio of O&M, engineering, and environmental services in the power generation sector.

E3 has a culture of teamwork and mutual respect and values work‑life balance. We offer a small‑business feel while working on interesting, cutting‑edge projects in the energy sector. With the continued energy transition, E3’s renewables business remains a focal point for our team.

The primary focus of the Executive Director – Thermal position is to conduct technical and commercial due diligence related to thermal power and other energy infrastructure projects in support of project financing or acquisitions/divestitures. The role requires providing owner‑engineering and development support, technical advisory services, and participation in all project lifecycle stages—pre‑construction, financing, construction, performance testing, O&M review, divestiture, decommissioning, and redevelopment.

The executive will also participate in restructuring consulting for distressed assets and actively engage in business development to bring new projects and clients to the team.

• Review and opine on technical terms in commercial documents (e.g., equipment supply agreements, EPC agreements, offtake agreements, construction management agreements).
• Understand typical market terms and conditions related to technology risks, construction budgets and schedules, and bankable terms.
• Review project schedules and capital costs, opining on adequacy for project completion.
• Review and remain familiar with contingency requirements for various project types.
• Prepare estimates for construction costs, including change orders.
• Provide construction monitoring services—visiting sites to assess schedule and budget progress and providing monthly reporting.
• Witness performance testing for natural gas‑fired power plants and review testing procedures and results.
• Understand typical environmental and regulatory requirements of thermal power plants.
• Review financial models to confirm reasonableness of construction costs and long‑term capital expenditures.
• Serve as a team lead with potential for future direct reports.
• Serve as Project Manager on projects in expertise area.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert to other Project Managers.
• Act as client interface for project work and business development.
• Work with sub‑consultants as needed to build specialized skill sets.
• Actively contribute to business development and generate new business.
• Participate in proposal preparation, approval, and presentation.
• Serve as reference and coach in area of expertise for the team.
• Perform other tasks as necessary to support overall team objectives (small‑business culture).
• Leverage construction skills for other technologies (renewables, infrastructure), a plus.
• Travel 10–25% of the time to visit sites from pre‑construction to decommissioning.
• Follow company management practices, policies, and work rules.

This position reports directly to the VP Operations. It may grow to include direct reports and serves as a technology lead, providing support to other E3 team members.

The initial compensation range is $195,700 – $225,000.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering.
• 15+ years of relevant experience; prior experience as an IE or consultant preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Strong verbal and written communication, including presentations.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams).
• Independent and team‑orientated work style.
• Sound judgment to make decisions and set priorities.
• Prior team leadership experience highly desired.
• Experi…