WHO WE ARE

“Energizing the Future.”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture. We are also committed to equal pay for men and women.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting directly to the Director, Origination with our Growth organization, the Manager (or Sr. Manager), Origination, is responsible for leading customer engagement, negotiating power purchase agreements (PPAs), and developing TransAlta’s renewable energy portfolio.

As the Manager, Origination you are responsible for leading cross-functional collaboration with Valuation and Analytics, Regional Development teams, Project Management, Asset Management, Construction, Transmission, and Operations & Management on projects, products, and pricing; as well as strategic direction and competitive issues facing the Company.

You will also collaborate and support team members across assigned regions in marketing TransAlta’s development pipeline and existing asset portfolio, which includes thermal, wind, solar, storage, and other projects, to prospective clients. Additionally, assist in negotiating various offtake structures. Along with addressing complex, abstract issues across different functional areas of the business, requiring the evaluation of core challenges, along with a deep understanding of functional areas, business strategies, and the Company’s goals related to TransAlta’s key customers.

The role is based in the U.S. with preferred work location in Boulder, Colorado, or San Diego, California. Depending on the candidate's location, remote work arrangements may also be considered.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Grow TransAlta’s corporate customer base by identifying new origination prospects and propose outreach strategies for all products and technologies under development, including key customer messaging.

• Lead negotiation of long-term structured transactions with various off takers (utilities, C&I, data center, extractive and public entities) to support commercialization and financing of development pipeline.

• Assist with due diligence on acquisition targets and greenfield opportunities to support the growth of TransAlta’s development pipeline.

• Direct pricing sensitivities based on customer goals/priorities in alignment with TransAlta’s investment guidelines and internal risk policies.

• Actively manage and build relationships with corporate clients across all regions and market segments.

• Conduct research on new markets, customer demand drivers, and off-take products.

• Assist with due diligence on acquisition targets and greenfield opportunities to support the growth of TransAlta’s development pipeline.

• Evaluate requests for proposals and lead the bid preparation process, including collaborating with cross-functional groups on pricing strategy, project development status, and proposal generation.

• Conduct research into prospective customers’ energy procurement activities, sustainability goals, and corporate structure to develop ideas for TransAlta offerings.

• Track market price trends and provide guidance on competitiveness for RFPs.

• Track policy and regulatory developments impacting market strategy, competitiveness, and customer opportunities.

• Provide input to routine power market analysis of the policies that will impact market structure, and either increase/decrease supply base, or alter load/demand.

• Participate in energy working groups, professional organizations, trade shows & conferences specific to corporate engagements.

• Remain abreast of industry trends impacting the future of solar, wind, and battery storage development opportunities and their competitiveness as they relate to customer procurement trends.

• Track and report on policy and regulatory developments that will impact market strategy and customer opportunities, leveraging TransAlta’s internal and external subject matter experts.

• Maintain customer records in Salesforce.

• Lead and mentor junior origination and analytical staff to support their professional growth and project success.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in renewables, with emphasis on customer engagement.

• Established a network of industry contacts with corporate entities & trade associations.

• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience with structuring, negotiating, and executing power sale agreements for offtake.

• Superior verbal and written communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Highly motivated self-starter, friendly personality, and good team player.

• Strong aptitude for analytical and financial modeling.

• Knowledge of the energy industry including regulated and de-regulated electricity markets and project financing structures and key value drivers.

• Effective organizational skills including the ability to independently prioritize and manage competing priorities, track the progress and needs of each, and provide high-quality deliverables accurately and on time.

• Strong desire to advance the adoption and deployment of renewable energy solutions across North America.

• Able to work well with geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Senior Manager Level

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, business, or similar discipline and a minimum of 5 to 7 years of work experience in power, finance, trading, origination, sales & marketing, or comparable experience is required

• Previous experience working in a commercial negotiation environment with excellent customer-focused, commercial management, negotiation and influencing skills, is preferred.

• Solar or wind development or power marketing experience is preferred.

Additional Requirements 

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time within the US and possibly Canada as needed.

WHAT WE OFFER

TransAlta is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where you can be your true and authentic self. We offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and an employee rewards and recognition program. Here are some highlights of our total rewards package:  

• Annual base salary starting at USD $170,000.00. The final agreed-upon base salary is based on the successful candidate(s) qualifications and experience.

• Annual incentive program

• 401(k) plan with 5% fixed employer contributions, up to 3% company matching, and additional employee contribution

• Benefits program for you and your family which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Paid time off

** Please note that our total rewards program is subject to change based on state or federal eligibility and legislation and as per the final terms and conditions of the offer of employment.

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.