Sr. Manager, Growth Strategy
The AES Corporation, Louisville, CO, United States
Job Summary
AES Clean Energy (AES CE) is seeking a Senior Manager, Growth Strategy to lead cross‑functional growth planning and project origination within the SPP, MISO and ERCOT. The role operates at the intersection of market strategy, business development and execution, shaping and advancing the company’s development pipeline across targeted markets and technologies. It focuses on defining where to compete, how to win and ensuring those choices are translated into action across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Generate and advance new project opportunities across solar, storage and powered land by identifying high‑value greenfield sites and creative development plays to build a competitively advantaged pipeline; drive cross‑functional diligence (land, transmission, interconnection, permitting and offtake) and present go
o‑go recommendations to senior leadership.
Lead high‑priority strategic initiatives and analyses, applying structured problem‑solving to ambiguous challenges to develop market insights and recommend actions that drive business outcomes.
Develop executive‑level materials and decision frameworks to communicate pipeline insights and investment recommendations.
Support evaluation of inbound opportunities and provide strategic analysis to inform leadership decisions.
Develop and apply deep expertise in regional market dynamics – including ISO/RTO structures, wholesale markets, development lifecycle, policy, regulation, interconnection, permitting – and lead market intelligence analysis to identify expansion opportunities and competitive tactics.
Partner with Policy, Regulatory and Commercial teams to develop market advocacy strategies and positions that influence market design, regulatory outcomes and commercial structures to support project development and maximize portfolio value.
Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including utilities, ISOs, regulators and industry participants, to identify opportunities and support strategic initiatives.
Leverage GIS tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, Google Earth) to support site identification, transmission analysis and portfolio‑level market insights.
Lead and develop a high‑performing team of analysts and associates, including recruiting, onboarding and retaining top talent, while setting clear expectations and providing coaching and mentorship.
Qualifications
Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex analytical workstreams and deliver strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Deep expertise in U.S. power markets, ISO/RTO frameworks, interconnection processes and/or energy policy – with the ability to translate technical complexity into business insight.
Excellent communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence both internal stakeholders and external partners.
Demonstrated track record of mentoring junior professionals and building high‑performing, collaborative teams.
Strong judgment in ambiguous environments; comfortable owning decisions with incomplete information.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Public Policy, Environmental Science or a related field required.
Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, MS) strongly preferred.
Work Experience
7+ years of progressive experience in power project development, origination, regulatory and policy analysis, market strategy or infrastructure investment.
Minimum 2–3 years of direct people management or team leadership experience required.
Demonstrated experience leading M&A diligence, greenfield origination or market entry strategy in the energy sector.
Deep exposure to ISO/RTO markets, interconnection processes, data centers and/or energy policy/regulatory environments required.
Prior experience in clean energy development (solar, storage, wind) strongly preferred.
Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; strong financial modeling and executive presentation capabilities.
Proficient in GIS tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, Google Earth); ability to direct and quality‑check geospatial analysis.
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred.
Ability to synthesize research, data and market insight into compelling, decision‑ready business recommendations.
Strong command of power market structures, regulatory frameworks and infrastructure constraints.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; effective at presenting to executive audiences.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple high‑stakes workstreams and direct others to deliver.
Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence without direct authority across matrixed, cross‑functional teams.
Licenses and Certifications
None required; certifications in GIS, data analytics, energy policy, project management (PMP), financial modeling or strategy are a plus.
Training
Onboarding provided upon hire; ongoing leadership development, cross‑functional exposure and industry engagement opportunities available.
Physical Demands
Primarily desk‑based work with standard computer use; moderate travel for site visits, off‑site leadership meetings, stakeholder engagements and industry conferences.
Working Environment
Fast‑paced, high‑accountability environment focused on strategic growth, innovation and market leadership.
Highly collaborative and cross‑functional, with significant visibility to senior leadership and material influence over regional strategy and pipeline outcomes.
Benefits and Compensation
Salary range at commencement: $161,000 – $200,600 per year; base pay may vary based on location, role experience and market.
Annual bonus opportunity.
Medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 401(k) eligibility; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, parental leave).
Equal Opportunity Employer AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building strength and delivering long‑term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Application Deadline The deadline to apply for this role is 04/28/2026.
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Key Responsibilities
Generate and advance new project opportunities across solar, storage and powered land by identifying high‑value greenfield sites and creative development plays to build a competitively advantaged pipeline; drive cross‑functional diligence (land, transmission, interconnection, permitting and offtake) and present go
o‑go recommendations to senior leadership.
Lead high‑priority strategic initiatives and analyses, applying structured problem‑solving to ambiguous challenges to develop market insights and recommend actions that drive business outcomes.
Develop executive‑level materials and decision frameworks to communicate pipeline insights and investment recommendations.
Support evaluation of inbound opportunities and provide strategic analysis to inform leadership decisions.
Develop and apply deep expertise in regional market dynamics – including ISO/RTO structures, wholesale markets, development lifecycle, policy, regulation, interconnection, permitting – and lead market intelligence analysis to identify expansion opportunities and competitive tactics.
Partner with Policy, Regulatory and Commercial teams to develop market advocacy strategies and positions that influence market design, regulatory outcomes and commercial structures to support project development and maximize portfolio value.
Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including utilities, ISOs, regulators and industry participants, to identify opportunities and support strategic initiatives.
Leverage GIS tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, Google Earth) to support site identification, transmission analysis and portfolio‑level market insights.
Lead and develop a high‑performing team of analysts and associates, including recruiting, onboarding and retaining top talent, while setting clear expectations and providing coaching and mentorship.
Qualifications
Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex analytical workstreams and deliver strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Deep expertise in U.S. power markets, ISO/RTO frameworks, interconnection processes and/or energy policy – with the ability to translate technical complexity into business insight.
Excellent communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence both internal stakeholders and external partners.
Demonstrated track record of mentoring junior professionals and building high‑performing, collaborative teams.
Strong judgment in ambiguous environments; comfortable owning decisions with incomplete information.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Public Policy, Environmental Science or a related field required.
Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, MS) strongly preferred.
Work Experience
7+ years of progressive experience in power project development, origination, regulatory and policy analysis, market strategy or infrastructure investment.
Minimum 2–3 years of direct people management or team leadership experience required.
Demonstrated experience leading M&A diligence, greenfield origination or market entry strategy in the energy sector.
Deep exposure to ISO/RTO markets, interconnection processes, data centers and/or energy policy/regulatory environments required.
Prior experience in clean energy development (solar, storage, wind) strongly preferred.
Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; strong financial modeling and executive presentation capabilities.
Proficient in GIS tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, Google Earth); ability to direct and quality‑check geospatial analysis.
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred.
Ability to synthesize research, data and market insight into compelling, decision‑ready business recommendations.
Strong command of power market structures, regulatory frameworks and infrastructure constraints.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; effective at presenting to executive audiences.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple high‑stakes workstreams and direct others to deliver.
Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence without direct authority across matrixed, cross‑functional teams.
Licenses and Certifications
None required; certifications in GIS, data analytics, energy policy, project management (PMP), financial modeling or strategy are a plus.
Training
Onboarding provided upon hire; ongoing leadership development, cross‑functional exposure and industry engagement opportunities available.
Physical Demands
Primarily desk‑based work with standard computer use; moderate travel for site visits, off‑site leadership meetings, stakeholder engagements and industry conferences.
Working Environment
Fast‑paced, high‑accountability environment focused on strategic growth, innovation and market leadership.
Highly collaborative and cross‑functional, with significant visibility to senior leadership and material influence over regional strategy and pipeline outcomes.
Benefits and Compensation
Salary range at commencement: $161,000 – $200,600 per year; base pay may vary based on location, role experience and market.
Annual bonus opportunity.
Medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 401(k) eligibility; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, parental leave).
Equal Opportunity Employer AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building strength and delivering long‑term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Application Deadline The deadline to apply for this role is 04/28/2026.
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