Director, Battery Energy Storage Systems

Company: CBRE
Location: New York
Posted on: March 4, 2025

Job Description:

Director, Battery Energy Storage Systems

Job ID

202801

Posted

04-Feb-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Consulting, Data & Analytics, Sales/Brokerage

Location(s)

New York City - New York - United States of America, Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America

About the Role:

The CBRE Energy and Renewables team is seeking a Director, BESS to lead client engagements, business development, and drive new product development, particularly products related to advisory on corporate participation with utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS). We are looking for an energy storage expert who can deliver sophisticated services and innovate within a dynamic, start-up culture.

What You'll Do:

• Lead customer engagements pertaining to BESS; from initial education sessions through final contract execute.
• Manage commercial negotiations and structuring between clients and developers; act as point person on key commercial items, developing innovative structures and terms to create value and minimize risk for our clients.
• Identify, develop, and execute new opportunities in energy and renewables markets, with special emphasis on BESS.
• Conduct business development related to BESS, including through customer prospecting, outreach, and in-person meetings; collaborate with the Business Development team to secure new clients for our services.
• Own and manage development of key commercial templates, including base energy services agreements / tolling agreements.
• Build and nurture client relationships through networking, business development, and strategic outreach.
• Developer new services and business opportunities associated with BESS.
• Contribute to existing team engagements pertaining to community solar, distributed generation, and utility-scale renewables.
• Manage and mentor junior team members, fostering their professional growth and maximizing their contributions.
• Partner with external consultants to deliver best-in-class advisory services.
  
  What You'll Need:
  
  
  • Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
  • 8+ years of experience in the energy or renewables industries with 3+ years experience working specifically with BESS.
  • Proven experience in energy, business development, and commercial structuring.
  • Strong understanding of energy markets and sustainability initiatives.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
    
    CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Director, Battery Energy Storage Systems position is $170,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Director, Battery Energy Storage Systems position is $220,000 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
    
    Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
    
    Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
    
    NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.

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