LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL JOB DESCRIPTION Optimal Facility Management Solutions, LLC ("OFMS"), a managed institutional commodities firm, seeks a Renewable Energy Director to spearhead the development of utility-scale renewable projects within the PJM territory. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage wind and/or solar projects within the PJM market, and in the future, ERCOT and SPP markets Lead development activities across all stages of projects Identify development prospects through market assessments, fatal flaw identification, and initial site reconnaissance Secure site control for development prospects by negotiating leases, easements, and other agreements with landowners Play a leading role in obtaining necessary permits from local, state, and federal authorities Represent OFMS to customers, landowners, state and local officials, and other stakeholders Initiate and oversee generation interconnection activities Supervise project design Manage tasks in accordance with budgets and schedules, including the coordination of internal and external technical support REQUIRED SKILLS Bachelor's degree 8 years' experience in energy project development, transmission, or power project engineering Excellent organizational, networking, leadership, time management, and accounting skills Strong public speaking and interpersonal communication Ability to write effective and concise reports Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites Salary: DOE Benefits: eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc. OFMS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, amongst other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. ABOUT OPTIMAL FACILITY MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC ("OFMS") OFMS is a leading managed institutional commodities firm that provides energy risk management services to large energy users spending greater than $5 million/year on power and gas. Founded in 2009, the firm is headquartered in Chicago. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to contactoptimalfms.com J-18808-Ljbffr