Director of Project Finance

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is a high‑growth renewable energy company forging a sustainable future through integrity, innovation, and positive impact. We own and operate 30 large wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States, totaling over 3 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.

LRE has an ambitious goal of 10GW of operating assets by 2028 and is developing and contracting an increasing pipeline of new projects every year. We take a full‑lifecycle approach to our projects, built on a long‑term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the environment.

Job Summary

The Director of Finance is responsible for structuring tax equity, debt and other project financings for large‑scale wind, solar and battery energy storage projects, both repowering and greenfield. The position will report to the Senior Vice President, Finance.

Responsibilities

• Managing modelling of financing transactions and partnerships
• Collaborating on optimal financing structure for individual projects and portfolios of projects
• Managing and coordinating due diligence efforts for potential investors
• Negotiating documentation for financing transactions
• Coordinating with other internal groups (legal, tax, accounting, ESG, development and construction) as relevant for a financing transaction
• Maintaining and expanding relationships with lenders and investors
• Managing handoff process between project finance, operations and asset management and optimizing transaction efficiency
• Supporting asset management in preparing ongoing analysis and reporting for lenders, investors and management
• Supporting project development and acquisition efforts by partnering with other company business units (origination, development, operations, legal) to internalize financing conditions and requirements into company processes
• Training of staff as needed

Qualifications

Physical Demands

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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