Key Areas of Responsibility Business Development & Strategy • Identify, research, and evaluate new business opportunities within renewable energy, renewable natural gas (RNG), landfill gas-to-energy (LFGTE), and environmental commodity markets. • Support the development and execution of growth strategies aligned with company objectives. • Assist with the origination and advancement of new projects from initial opportunity assessment through execution. • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities. • Develop business cases and strategic recommendations for new investments, acquisitions, partnerships, and expansion opportunities. Commercial Analysis & Market Intelligence • Analyze renewable energy, environmental commodity, and carbon markets to identify opportunities for value creation. • Monitor and assess regulatory developments, market trends, commodity pricing, and industry dynamics. • Prepare financial models, project evaluations, forecasting analyses, and scenario assessments to support business decisions. • Generate reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate findings and provide actionable insights to management. • Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes. Energy Markets & Environmental Attributes • Assist in the management and optimization of renewable energy credits, Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs), carbon credits, and associated environmental attributes. • Support the registration, certification, reporting, and compliance requirements for environmental programs. • Coordinate commodity transactions and maintain supporting documentation and records. • Track regulatory changes affecting environmental markets and renewable energy programs. Project Development & Commercial Support • Support the evaluation and development of renewable energy projects through technical, commercial, and financial assessments. • Assist with due diligence activities, project economics, and investment evaluations. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders during project development and implementation. • Support contract administration and commercial agreement management. • Participate in negotiations and discussions with customers, vendors, utilities, municipalities, and project partners. Stakeholder Engagement • Build and maintain productive relationships with customers, landowners, municipalities, business partners, brokers, consultants, and regulatory agencies. • Represent the company during customer meetings, site visits, industry events, and conferences. • Support stakeholder engagement efforts throughout project development and operational phases. • Coordinate communication between internal teams and external partners to ensure successful project execution. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Environmental Compliance, and Executive Leadership teams. • Support strategic initiatives and special projects across the organization. • Contribute to process improvements and continuous enhancement of business development and commercial practices. • Prepare executive-level presentations and reports for leadership review. • Actively ensure own health and safety and the health and safety of others through understanding and implementing workplace health and safety obligations • Support and comply with Company policies and procedures as advised and documented in the Company’s employment policies as amended from time to time and as directed by Managers/Supervisors • In addition to the duties set out above, the Business Development Strategist may be expected to perform other duties as assigned from time to time by the Company Qualifications and Experience • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Energy Management, or related field. • Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, commercial management, project development, strategic planning, or financial analysis in the renewable energy, environmental services, infrastructure, or energy industries. • Exposure to renewable energy markets, RNG, landfill gas, environmental attribute programs, or energy commodities preferred. • Experience supporting contract negotiations, partnerships, or commercial transactions is preferred. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Experience with compliance, audit, or certification processes is a plus. • Financial modeling and data analysis proficiency. • Ability to interpret complex market, operational, and financial information. • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. • Excellent organizational and project management abilities. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across diverse teams. • Willingness to travel as needed to customer sites, industry events, and project locations. 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