Job Description

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Reports to

VP, District Energy Development

Location

Toronto, ON - Remote

Compensation

$133,000 - $199,000 yearly salary

Who we are

Our Purpose is to help people enjoy a better life and communities thrive. Corix has been building, operating, and maintaining water, wastewater, electric, gas and sustainable energy utility infrastructure for many years across Canada and the U.S. Our vision is to be the preferred utility delivering co-created solutions our customers want. Throughout our history, we have helped communities to grow and thrive by implementing safe and efficient infrastructure solutions that meet their unique needs. At Corix our values are safety, integrity, excellence, and connection.

The Corix team has an opportunity for a Director, District Energy Development in Toronto, ON - Remote. This position is responsible for the evaluation of business opportunities, preparation, response, and execution of technical and financial feasibility/due diligence assessments for new district energy utility developments, negotiations of the business/partnership agreements, liaison with other company\'s dept., and an oversight of a project development budget. Director, DE Development works in close cooperation with finance and corporate development teams to develop project financial models, and coordinates with regulatory team and regulatory agencies. Presents to the ELT on an as needed basis.

What you\'ll do

• Identifies/develops new DE business opportunities, coordinates responses to competitive procurement processes such as RFEOI\'s and RFP\'s.
• Plans, co-ordinates, and executes feasibility and due diligence processes
• Leads negotiations of business term sheets and partnership agreements, prepares material for Corix\'s executive leadership.
• Monitors and provides ongoing support in the development of client projects in direct contact with the Operations and Project Management Office to ensure client expectations are met.
• Translates client expectations into workable business models, both from an engineering design and financial costing perspective
• Prepares business packages and responses to RFI\'s, RFQ\'s and RFP\'s, including developing strategies of approach, drawing on existing content and drafting original, customized content based on specific customer requirements.
• Works with the Operations and Project Management Office to create database of EUIs, construction costs, ops costs and lessons learned to facilitate new business development.
• Negotiates, or supports negotiations teams, the business, partnership and consulting services agreements for DE projects
• Prepares Business Cases for Corix approvals
• Prepares content, coordinates and supports submissions of regulatory applications, working with project team to ensure all regulatory requirements and deadlines are met.
• Ensures that all required professional services agreements are in place for all work projects and that there is appropriate due diligence to compliance of the agreement terms.
• Serves as a resource for Corporate Development as required.
• Leads presentations with clients and consultants through the complete cycle from initial concept design, presentation and approval to order delivery.
• Monitors and tracks the work schedules and project budgets with the Project Management Office and Operations in order to ensure the work product is submitted as per the schedule and within the agreed budget.
• Works with Project Management Office and Operations during the feasibility and due diligence assessment phase to develop and deliver concepts that are complete and constructible.
• Represents as needed at the IDEA and other industry conferences, workshops, and professional organizations.

What you bring

Experience

• 10 years of related experience to the district energy field

Education

• Bachelor\'s degree in science, engineering or related field

Nice to Have

• Master\'s degree in science, engineering or related field (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to prioritize tasks to yield optimal performance in a timely manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Well-developed analytical ability to evaluate company objectives, assessing potential risks of each decision.
• Must be innovative to create new and effective solutions.

Please note:

• Normal office setting work work from home environment
• Travel is required (25%)
• Must have passport and be able to travel to US and Canada locations

Life at Corix

• Paid Time off and Holidays : We offer 15 days of vacation and 11 paid holidays.
• Extended Health Benefits: We offer our employees extended health and dental coverage that is flexible to meet your unique needs. This can include chiropractic, massages or therapy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): EAP is readily available to new employees on Day 1, giving you access to resources pertaining to confidential support services. Some examples include mental health, relationship/marital conflicts, and legal and financial issues
• Sick Hours: We offer 15 sick days that you start accruing on day 1 to ensure that you are taking care of your wellbeing without having to worry about getting paid
• Flexible Work: We are flexible when it comes to meeting your needs in terms of work location. We welcome flexible work options to support your needs
• RRSP Program: We believe in investing in your future. We match your RRSP contributions up to 5%.
• Technology in the Workplace: Access to most recent computer applications like Microsoft Suite, Video Conferencing tools and utilizing tablet, laptop and/or mobile device
• Grow at Corix: If you are interested in further developing your skillset within the role, we offer tuition reimbursements for any certification/licensing/self-development that you would like to explore.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.

Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Corix Group of Companies is an E-Verify participating employer.

People Focused and Inclusive Culture

We attract and develop connected, high performing people of diverse background, ethnicities and experiences, who achieve their goals in alignment with our purpose, vision, and values. Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment where everyone is included and able to do their best work and feel as though they belong.

Corix is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

If you possess these skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply online in confidence at .

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