About us:

BlueWave's mission is to protect our planet by transforming access to renewable energy. As a pioneering renewable energy company that develops and owns solar and battery storage projects, BlueWave has a long track record of success and is developing several gigawatts of solar and battery storage projects throughout the United States to ensure our grid is reliable and efficient in a clean energy future. BlueWave is proud to be a certified B Corp, recognized by B Labs as "Best in the World" in Governance.

About the role:

BlueWave is seeking a Manager of Project Finance to support the financial structuring, modeling, and capital raising efforts for our growing portfolio of solar and battery storage projects. Reporting to the Managing Director of Project Finance, you will play a key role in executing project financing transactions, developing financial models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful outcomes. This is a hands-on role for a detail-oriented professional who is excited to contribute to BlueWave’s mission of driving clean energy solutions.

We are open to hiring this role at either the Associate or Manager level, depending on the candidate’s experience. For the Associate level, we anticipate 2-5 years of relevant experience with a salary range of $110,000 - $140,000 per year plus bonus. For the Manager level, we anticipate 5-8 years of relevant experience with a salary range of $140,000 - $170,000 per year plus bonus.

What you'll do:

• Support capital-raising activities for solar and battery storage projects, including construction financing, tax equity, and long-term debt.
• Develop and maintain financial model templates for BlueWave’s storage and solar projects.
• Collaborate with the development team and external partners to evaluate offtake, financing, and structuring opportunities.
• Assist in financial modeling and due diligence for project acquisition opportunities.
• Provide financial continuity through the development, construction, and operational phases, ensuring smooth handoffs to the asset management team.
• Work with BlueWave’s Senior Director of Power Market’s and external economic consultants to construct revenue projections and assess project economics.
• Partner with strategy, policy, and development teams to evaluate market rules, incentives, and other factors that impact project economics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in project finance, financial modeling, or energy storage project analysis.
• Knowledge of project financing structures, including tax equity and debt for renewable energy projects.
• Proficiency in developing and managing financial models for energy storage or solar projects.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with Northeast U.S. renewable energy policies and market incentives.
• Knowledge of solar PV and energy storage technologies, including technical and performance considerations for Li-Ion batteries.
• Experience working with suppliers of major equipment and contractors.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.

Nice to have:

• Investment banking in renewables/energy/project finance is preferred.

Compensation will be influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, job-related knowledge, skills, education, certifications, and relevant experience as outlined in the job description above.

Benefits:

At BlueWave, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include subsidized health, dental, and vision plans, as well as HSA, FSA, & DCFSA options. We also offer life insurance, critical illness and accident coverage, long- and short-term disability, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees enjoy unlimited paid time off, 13 paid holidays, "Summer Fridays," dedicated volunteer days, a commuting stipend (for hybrid employees based in MA), and cell phone reimbursement.

Inclusion at BlueWave:

As a mission-driven B Corp, as environmentalists, and as humans, we hold ourselves accountable to creating a workforce that celebrates diversity on our team and within our communities. Our inclusive culture and core values inspire us to develop more innovative, bolder solutions to support our customers and partners in the solar industry. When you join BlueWave, you join a collaborative team doing all that we can to be transparent, sustainable and inclusive as we fight for our shared vision of protecting the planet.

BlueWave is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and will do so by actively seeking to hire and promote diverse individuals throughout the company. Providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment is critical to our identity and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicap (disability), sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetics, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, military status or obligation or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

BlueWave’s People Team manages all recruitment and hiring activities at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes will only be accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if there is a signed agreement in place AND if the People Team has authorized external recruiting assistance for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of BlueWave. BlueWave is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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