Vice President Project Finance

Remote (Canada)

About Teralta:

At Teralta - our mission is to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future by providing innovative hydrogen solutions that reduce energy costs and emissions for utilities, natural gas distributors, and heavy industries. Committed to building a hydrogen platform with a capacity to supply 100 Tons Per Day (TPD) of clean hydrogen by 2027 - our future is looking bright.

It is an excellent time to join! Being well funded with a long runway, having a uniquely qualified team of hydrogen and manufacturing experts, being backed by a strategic partnership with a leading manufacturer (AdvanTec Global holds 7 brands across water, clean tech, oil and gas, and marine), it is the perfect time to join and make hydrogen simple for everyone, ensuring seamless integration of our solutions.

To learn more - please visit our website at teralta.com.

You Are:

As the Vice President of Project Finance - you are an experienced professional with a strong background in full cycle project finance. You love the challenge and have the ability to navigate the full cycle of these multi-million dollar projects and appreciate each stage from beginning, middle, to end.

Sustainability is important to you, and you are passionate about driving clean energy solutions. You possess exceptional leadership and diplomatic skills, allowing you to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders. Being hyper-entrepreneurial, you thrive in a growth-focused environment and are motivated to establish Teralta as the category leader.

What this role offers:

Opportunity to work with a leading company in building North America's leading hydrogen platform
Chance to contribute to the development and financing of utility-scale hydrogen projects that reduce energy costs and emissions.
Access to a uniquely qualified team with deep expertise in hydrogen and manufacturing.
The ability to leverage Teralta's deep domain experience and proprietary technology to stand up hydrogen projects quickly and cost-effectively.
Collaboration with diverse industries, including utilities, film and industrial companies to deliver clean, utility-scale hydrogen solutions.
Opportunity to fast-track the process from project planning to manufacturing of critical industrial components.
Flexibility in work arrangements, including the option to work remotely and a range of possible locations.
Travel opportunities and a lean, fully funded company with an extensive runway for growth.

Requirements:

A strong background in project finance, including successful experience in raising project capital and managing financial aspects of large-scale projects.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills shown through full cycle navigation of all projects
Exceptional financial acumen, with expertise in structuring deals, evaluating capital investments, and driving transaction pricing.
Proven ability to establish and maintain financial relationships with capital partners, investors, and stakeholders.
Excellent leadership and collaboration skills to work closely with company leadership and cross-functional teams in optimizing project value.
Strategic thinking and the ability to provide thought leadership in project finance solicitation processes, as well as identifying new sources of capital and financing structures.
Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to project finance in the sustainable energy sector, including tax equity, debt financing, and relevant financial instruments.
Results-oriented mindset with a drive to achieve targets and meet financial goals.
Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to navigate complex financial challenges.

If you hold the following, you will be a top candidate (yet not required):

You have managed project finance within the natural gas, renewable energy (wind and solar), or hydrogen industry, and have successfully raised project capital.
In-depth knowledge of the hydrogen industry (or other renewable industries), its challenges, trends, and opportunities.

Responsibilities:

Managing and developing financial relationships: Nurture and develop relationships with capital partners, ensuring effective communication and fostering strong rapport.
Marketing and project-level financing: Lead and manage the marketing and structuring of project-level tax equity and debt, optimizing transaction pricing and sourcing capital partners to support Teralta's projects.
Collaborating with leadership: Work closely with the CEO and leadership team to optimize and maximize project value, providing financial insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making and ensuring the financeability of projects.
Project finance management: Manage the financial aspects of complex project finance within the sustainable energy sector, leveraging your expertise to ensure the successful execution of financial strategies.
Raising project capital: Utilize your track record of raising project capital to secure necessary funding for Teralta's hydrogen projects, leveraging your network and industry expertise.
Managing technical talent: Oversee and manage technical talent involved in project finance, ensuring effective collaboration and alignment of financial goals with technical requirements.
Diplomatic stakeholder engagement: Act as a diplomatic representative for Teralta when engaging with stakeholders, including business partners, utilities, regulators, and other relevant parties.
Strategic planning and growth: Contribute to the strategic planning process by providing financial insights and recommendations, helping Teralta achieve its growth objectives and establish itself as a category leader in the hydrogen industry.

Does the above seem like an ideal match and something you would want to be considered for?

If so - please apply asap as we are interviewing immediately. Resume and related links appreciated, no cover letter is required.