Associate, Commercial

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Grid United

Associate, Commercial

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    The Organization

    Grid United is a mission driven company aiming to solve the largest barrier to a more reliable, resilient and affordable grid by developing new long haul electric transmission lines in the United States. Established in 2021 by proven industry leaders, Grid United is developing utility-scale electric multi-state transmission projects that will provide long-term economic benefits to communities across the country, provide Americans with improved grid resiliency for our homes and businesses, and cost savings for electricity consumers.

    More information about the company can be found at www.gridunited.com

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    The Position

    Grid United has numerous large scale transmissions projects underway and is currently identifying and studying additional prospective projects across North America. With patient capital backing and led by experienced energy veterans, Grid United is in a fast-growth stage, boasting a purpose-built team of motivated and entrepreneurial talent. We are particularly focused on effective stakeholder engagement and positive involvement with communities in areas where we are working. Our growing team is seeking to add an Associate for the Commercial team to support projects throughout their lifecycle with analysis and market expertise that illustrates their value propositions, which will be used to inform internal decision making and customer interactions. This role will report to the VP, Commercial and will be located in Houston.

    Please apply if you possess 70% or more of the required skills described below.

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    Key Responsibilities & Outcomes:

    Quantify and communicate value proposition

    • Support internal and consultant-driven analyses to draw out different aspects of the value proposition of Grid United's projects by executing fundamental analysis on US power markets, producing presentations for customers, quantifying key project value streams, and providing market knowledge, particularly for MISO, SPP, and WECC.
    • Synthesize information from utility IRPs, and ISO/RTO market protocols/procedures.
    • Conduct customer research into credit worthiness, load growth, generation dispatch, and transmission system.

    Market research and design

    • Become an expert on regulated and deregulated electricity markets; utility and ISO/RTO planning; and use that knowledge to find new ways to demonstrate the value of interregional transmission.
    • Coordinate with transmission strategy, regulatory affairs, finance, and external consultants to develop and implement analysis to support robust treatment of interregional transmission in existing and emerging markets.
    • Participate in targeted relationship building activities with customers, partners, and other key stakeholders.
    • Develop and maintain a basic, practical CRM system and develop actionable customer and market insights.
    • Support due diligence and closing process for transactions.
    • Expand Grid United's ability to improve on study methodologies, and perform more complicated in-house analysis.
    • Be exemplars of the Grid United values of humility, tenacity, ingenuity and grace.
    • Build, maintain and value broad, and deep stakeholder relationships, plus have a personal commitment to making a difference in the community.
    • Proactively work with stakeholders to solve problems in a calm and no blame way.
    • Develop data into clear analyses in a highly productive manner.
    • Proactively learn relevant market dynamics and fundamentals, as well as project economics , and ask lots of good questions.
    • 3+ years work experience with a strong track record of success. We are very open to candidates with Peace Corps, and veteran, or other public service experience.
    • Bachelors in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Science or any related field.

    Enhance internal capabilities

    • Support RFPs, bid submittals and proposals, and pursuit of unsolicited opportunities.

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    Behaviors – which are essential to success of this team

    Desired Experience and Skills:

    • Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task efficiently with constant regard for accuracy and quality.
    • Strong writing skills, including both technical and persuasive writing.
    • Adaptability and flexibility to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and uncertainty, and project changes.
    • Ability to work collaboratively in a small, nonhierarchical organization.
    • Positive, professional, and energetic team-oriented attitude.
    • Willing to travel up to 20% of time.
    • An organization dedicated to solving the ever changing Rubik's cube of high voltage transmission development in a fast paced, dynamic and innovative culture
    • Working with a core group of dedicated and thoughtful colleagues.
    • Working on a day-to-day basis with highly experienced and proven industry leaders
    • Being empowered to play a leading role in delivering large scale projects that will materially change the energy future of America
    • Working in an organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and having a positive social impact
    • Excellent financial backing from leading energy investor with long term commitment, passion for energy, and an understanding and appetite to tackle the challenges of transmission development

    Grid United is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law.