Program Analyst

Location

Industry: Renewable Energy, Solar/Wind/Battery Energy 
Location: USA
Job Type: Remote I Full-Time | Permanent
Reports To: Program Director 

Mission

At Zelestra, we are on a mission to change the world by making decarbonization a reality for our partners. As a client-focused, multi-technology, global renewable energy company, we work tirelessly to do things right, to push ourselves and our clients further, and to get results that matter.

With a key emphasis on innovation and collaboration, Zelestra is committed to helping customers, communities, and stakeholders through tailored solutions, local employment, and strong sustainability.

With more than two decades of experience working in 13 countries, Zelestra is a trusted partner with proven capabilities in providing efficient, competitive, carbon-free solutions. With a portfolio of 20 GW of carbon-free projects across 13 countries, Zelestra is a vertically integrated company specializing in developing, constructing, commercializing, and operating large-scale renewable energy projects.

Zelestra is made up of 800+ professionals globally. It is backed by EQT, one of the largest fund managers in the world, with $232B in assets under management.

Job Overview

The Program Analyst will support the Program Director in ensuring the successful progress and execution of renewable energy projects. This role involves promoting project execution to maximize results in alignment with the company's objectives, ensuring timely delivery, and adhering to the standards approved by the Investment Committee and Zelestra's contracts and policies.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in the renewable energy sector.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibility

• Stakeholder Representation: Represent Zelestra in interactions with external project stakeholders, including public institutions, local communities, owners, lenders, and independent engineers.
• Internal Communication: Manage communication with internal Zelestra departments to ensure effective coordination and successful project completion.
• Project Compliance: Ensure projects are completed in accordance with client conditions established in power purchase agreements, and that design and execution comply with contractual, environmental, and social requirements.
• Contract Coordination: Assist in coordinating the signing and execution of main contracts, including Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC), Supply Agreements, Operation and Maintenance Agreements (O&M), Asset Management (AMS), Financial Agreements, and Development Agreements.
• Resource Management: Help establish and secure necessary resources for project execution. Organize project teams, ensuring clearly defined roles, responsibilities, and empowerment within their scope of duties.
• Performance Monitoring: Constantly monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Take necessary actions to ensure financial, time, quality, and safety performance to maximize project objectives.
• Risk Management: Define and update the risk management plan. Evaluate and determine actions to benefit overall project performance, tracking implementation and results.
• Project Oversight: Assume responsibility for projects from advanced development to commercial exploitation. Take actions to improve overall project processes and provide performance information to other business areas.
• Project Planning: Coordinate with the planning division to develop and monitor project schedules, manage slack, and ensure timely project completion.
• Financial Support: Support the Finance team during funding and due diligence processes. Monitor financial progress, identifying deviations, and taking actions to steer projects towards agreed financial KPIs.

Apply Today!

Apply today we are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Program Analyst to support our Program Director in managing and executing renewable energy projects. 

Keywords: Solar Project Development, Wind Energy Development, Utility-Scale Solar Projects, Clean Energy Jobs, Renewable Energy Operations,  Energy Storage Projects, Solar Energy Careers, Wind Farm Projects, Battery Storage Systems. 

The salary for this position typically ranges from minimum to mid-point annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Zelestra offers a wide range of supportive benefits such as Medical, Dental, and Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay, Personal Time Off, and a competitive bonus program. 

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