An Energy Efficiency Specialist analyzes data from energy audits and assessments and develops recommendations for saving energy and reducing electricity, gas or water usage. May work with public sector agencies and utilities, advise community residents or businesses and commercial organizations, or assist with implementing projects or programs aimed at improving energy efficiency and realizing energy cost savings.
Origination Manager at Piper Maddox Origination Manager at Piper Maddox in Houston, Texas Posted in about 3 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Origination Manager Must be able to attend an office 3days/wk - 52 locations across the US Initial 12mth contract, with potential of extensions We are seeking a skilled Origination Manager to become an integral part of our clients Global Energy Team, specifically the Energy Solutions - Americas division. In this role, you will support the origination and development of front-of-the-meter distributed solar and energy storage opportunities across our client's real estate portfolio. You will work cross-functionally with development, finance, legal, execution, and asset management teams to help advance strategic energy projects that support clean energy growth objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
Market Research:
Monitor wholesale power markets, renewable energy markets, utility IRPs, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies in key energy markets (WECC, PJM, MISO, Southeast)
Origination:
Source and evaluate RFPs and other bilateral opportunities for the client's project portfolio, including utility, corporate, or data center offtake.
Bid Submission Preparation:
Support the preparation and coordination of RFP submissions, including organizing bid materials, tracking deadlines, and compiling required documentation
Coordinate Internal Stakeholders:
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to help advance projects through the origination pipeline.
Manage Pipeline Tracking and Reporting:
Maintain accurate records of project opportunities, submissions, and commercial activity to support consistent tracking and reporting processes.
Support Customer Engagement:
Assist in preparing presentations, proposals, and other commercial materials for customers and counterparties.
PPA negotiations:
Support negotiations of customer agreements, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
Perform Market and Commercial Analysis:
Monitor price comps from executed PPAs and other market intelligence sources, to help identify market opportunities.
Required:
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, energy or environmental science, engineering or similar preferred, or equivalent experience 5+ years of relevant experience - including experience with Utility RFP (preferably) Must have worked with navigating utilities - not behind meter or commercial solely, must have in front of meter project work. Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Basic understanding of solar, storage and distributed energy markets Experience with relevant tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint Experience with Salesforce and Smartsheet is a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills High attention to detail, professionalism, and integrity Motivated by curiosity with a strong desire to learn and grow Creative mindset and openness to tackling new challenges Collaborative team player with a supportive approach
