Northeast Division Renewable Energy Project Manager

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube  or on Glassdoor.  

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Renewable Energy Project Manager will support the Northeast Division’s Offshore Wind Policy Manager by assisting with implementation of the strategy, managing and supporting priority projects, grant writing and management, including grant budget management and contracts, working in partnership with TNC’s regional teams, including the Global and North America Renewable Energy teams and other business units, planning and managing retreats and strategy coordination meetings as needed across divisions, leading  research and strategic analyses as needed, facilitating coordination and knowledge sharing, including through presentations and colleague-to-colleague engagement across multiple programs, and developing and updating internal metrics to track the success of strategy implementation. In coordination with the Offshore Wind Policy Manager, up to 25% of the position may be utilized to support the Northeast Division’s Climate and Energy Director with specific projects needed for the development and implementation of the Division’s Renewable Energy strategy beyond offshore wind. They may advise TNC communications, marketing and philanthropy staff on issues related to the renewable energy strategy, projects, and related issues. 

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Supports division management and strategy lead for offshore wind and occasionally (up to 25%) the division management’s efforts related to the implementation of the renewable energy strategy more broadly beyond offshore wind.
• Assists and supports coordination of teams, projects, and strategic initiatives across multiple geographies and business units.
• With the support of the team, develops comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, risk management, and monitoring frameworks.
• Designs, implements, and directs complex and diverse projects encompassing multiple programs from concept to completion, ensuring delivery on time and with complete budget utilization.
• Collaborates with internal teams, external partners, local communities, government bodies, and relevant agencies to ensure project alignment with organizational goals. 
• Occasionally serves as a team leader for assigned projects; may require gaining cooperation of team over whom there is no direct supervisory authority.
• Conducts research and analysis to support strategic projects and goals.
• Facilitates knowledge sharing, learning, and mobilization of capacity to meet needs.
• Incorporates cross-disciplinary knowledge to support program objectives.
• Makes strategic decisions based on analysis, experience, and context.
• Has significant latitude to engage directly with field management personnel.
• Develops reports, presentations and assessments on topics related to the division’s Renewable Energy and Offshore Wind strategies.
• Works within a budget to complete projects, negotiates and contracts with and manages vendors and assists with budget development.
• Develops and maintains metrics in TNC’s internal database to track and report progress on the implementation of strategy.
• Supports the team to conduct and evaluate technical feasibility studies to demonstrate successful pilots for deployment of large-scale renewable energy projects. 
• Stays updated on energy policies including the emerging trends. Support the policy and research teams in drafting policies at various levels. Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial compliance. Support team members in writing proposals and securing backing for new and existing projects. 
• May involve domestic and international travel of 25% or more.

We’re Looking for You:

The Nature Conservancy’s Northeast Division Climate and Energy strategy is working to accelerate a clean, green, and equitable energy future. A core focus of this work is climate change mitigation through the buildout of renewable energy infrastructure at a pace and scale needed to achieve net-zero by 2050 emissions goals established by the states in the Northeast Division (VT, ME, NH, MA, RI, CT, NJ, PA, WV, DE, MD/DC) and in support of the organizations 2030 goals. Our Goals for 2030 | Climate Change & Biodiversity Loss Solutions.  Supporting the deployment of Offshore Wind, in particular, is a Northeast Division priority. Such a comprehensive energy transition requires a smart buildout and nimble strategy approaches that support goals for the climate, conservation, and communities.  We are seeking a motivated and experienced project manager primarily to work with the Northeast Division’s Offshore Wind Policy Manager to support the implementation of the offshore wind strategy.  The Project Manager will manage and support projects, work in partnership with regional teams and other business units. The location for this position is remote, but the role will require some travel and the ability to work during eastern standard time core hours.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, environmental policy, management or other relevant field and 5 years of government relations or corporate sector experience, or equivalent combination education/experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Analytical and project management experience. Demonstrated experience in successfully developing and implementing complex projects in an unstructured environment.
• Supervisory experience (if required).
• Experience developing, directing and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals.
• Proven communication and presentation skills.
• Proven negotiation skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of current trends in relevant discipline; specifically of the federal leasing and permitting process for offshore wind development in the United States, renewable energy technologies, climate mitigation, energy transition and equity and justice in clean energy transition context.
• Ability to work independently in a complex matrix organization environment and works collaboratively within a cross-functional interdisciplinary team.
• Understanding of and relevant experience in the culture and politics of the northeast division states.
• Experience leading complex projects or strategic initiatives in an unstructured, fast-paced environment to meet time sensitive deadlines.
• Experience researching, critically analyzing, and evaluating information from divergent sources and compiling it into cohesive reports and recommendations for strategy and action.
• Experience writing and editing informational material.
• Experience presenting and communicating with internal and external audiences and creating compelling and high-quality presentations with functional tools such as Power Point.
• Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
• Experience writing, editing, and submitting grant proposals and applications, ensuring grant applications meet funder’s guidelines and adhere to all regulations, coordinating with internal colleagues to compile financial data and measurable outcomes, tracking grant expenditures and providing guidance and support to project teams on grant management and compliance.
• Strong analytical skills including validating the accuracy of data, interpreting data, integrating information and making decisions based on multiple factors.
• Experience working in a metrics-driven culture.
• Proficiency in interpreting guidelines and manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting data.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated.

What We Bring:

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

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