Development Associate

Vanguard Renewables is the premier anaerobic digester developer/owner/operator in the United States. Our closed-loop anaerobic digestion process converts organic waste and cow manure into green electricity or renewable natural gas as well as other related “value-added” products. We are headquartered in Weston Massachusetts and funded by institutional capital partners, and currently have 20+ projects operating and in development in over 13 states. We have a plan to aggressively expand into other domestic markets.Vanguard Renewables is adding a Development Associate to support development finance and project management initiatives. The Development Associate will be engaged in various development aspects ranging from financial analysis on potential and existing development projects to construction and permitting support, along with administrative requirements of the team.ResponsibilitiesManage due diligence and feasibility tasks with third party consultants for new projectsSupport Development Manager(s) with other permitting, zoning and engineering related development tasksSupport Development Manager(s) with accounting related matters, including preparing or assisting with purchase orders, approval of invoices and the development of projected financial summariesMaintain project budgets and schedules and report on variancesPrepare reports for senior management on development progress and critical decision pointsSupport senior management with equity partner(s) by providing project information and related reports or presentations as requestedAttend internal and external meetings and summarize critical issues and action itemsSupport the development team on current initiatives and new business developmentOther duties as required, including frequent travel both local and air, up to 40%Skills And QualificationsBA/BS degree requiredHighly organized, meticulous with detailMinimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a related field; preferably commercial real estate or renewablesComprehensive understanding of real estate development and deal structure lifecyclePreferred QualificationsAbility to handle multiple tasks with strong analytical and organizational skillsStrong proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and WordBasic and advanced financial modelingStrong written and verbal communication skillsCollaborator with excellent interpersonal skillsCommercial real estate underwriting, permitting and project management experience preferredVanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.Powered by JazzHRvKvLVhEfLk