Head Of Offshore Jobs

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Position Overview

The Head of the Offshore Business will oversee Invenergy’s offshore development & execution efforts by developing new business and advancing existing projects. The ideal candidate will have an in-depth knowledge of the offshore wind industry or a combination of knowledge within offshore, energy/utility, and maritime sector(s).

Responsibilities

• Implement the offshore business plan relative to US projects while following appropriate project deliverables and adhering to the policies and regulations in accordance with BOEM and Invenergy.
• Collaborate with engineering and sourcing teams to assess, identify, and recommend key technologies and equipment.
• Present competitive landscape of the industry to guide internal decision making.
• Collaborate with internal engineering, sourcing, project management, finance, legal and other teams on offshore efforts.
• Prepare and effectively deliver presentations to the executive team on the status of offshore wind development efforts.
• Significant domestic and international travel as needed.
• Represent Invenergy with industry groups, competitors, suppliers, customers, government officials, and other stakeholders specific to the offshore wind industry.
• Identify, negotiate, and manage partnerships relative to projects or offshore efforts and interface internally with legal, finance and other functions for successful outcomes.
• Partner with the sourcing team on negotiations to secure the supply of major components to support projects, specifically considering economics, schedule, and risks.
• Oversee the day-to-day accountabilities for the offshore business including business development, commercial, and project activities.
• Manage consultants and external parties.
• Lead and execute a consistent yet ever-changing strategy for the offshore wind business in coordination with senior leadership and the executive team.
• Collaborate with M&A and finance teams to identify, assess and execute acquisition opportunities for project related assets.
• Lead and manage the offshore development team which includes individuals with diverse skillsets and expertise.
• Partner closely with Invenergy’s international development teams on international offshore pursuits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10+ years of experience in wind energy, renewable energy, energy/utilities, offshore, oil & gas or maritime industries.
• Prior experience in a leadership position for development or execution efforts on large-scale infrastructure projects (e.g., power generation, maritime, LNG, Oil or Natural Gas rig development)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business or engineering
• 3-5 years overseeing and executing major offshore projects preferred.
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and solve complex problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment and ability to meet deadlines and complete time-sensitive duties.
• Ability to reside in Chicago highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred with consideration for other degrees in conjunction with industry experience.
• Ability to use discretion in handling confidential information.
• In-depth knowledge of the offshore wind sector or US offshore sector preferred.
• Education and Experience:
• Skills:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Location:
• Ability to effectively communicate cross-functionally across the entire organization and externally.

Benefits

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.