Clenera

Investment Planning Manager/Senior Manager

Join Clenera in Kansas City as an Investment Planning Manager. Lead financial modeling and analysis for solar and battery projects, supporting key investment decisions. Benefit from a collaborative environment and opportunities to influence renewable energy investments.
Clenera
Clenera
Kansas City, Missouri, United States On-site Full time USD 72k–108k yearly UTC-05:00

Clenera

Company Overview

Clēnera, a subsidiary of Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd

Boise, Idaho, United States

2013

Approximately 110 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of €158 million in FY 2024 (source: pv-magazine.com).

What They Do

Clēnera specializes in the development and management of utility-scale solar farms and energy storage facilities across the United States. The company operates a vertically integrated model, which allows it to handle every aspect of project development from acquisition to long-term operational management. This comprehensive approach ensures that Clēnera can provide reliable and affordable energy systems to its clients, primarily utility companies and institutional investors (source: clenera.com). As of 2024, Clēnera has developed and sold 1.6 GW of solar energy projects and is actively managing 1.9 GW in operation and construction, powering approximately 837,660 homes (source: pv-magazine.com). The company is also focused on innovation, having filed three patents related to battery management and power electronics, which enhance the efficiency and reliability of its energy solutions (source: clenera.com).

Projects & Track Record

Clēnera has established a strong track record with several notable projects, including the Apex solar farm in Montana, which has a capacity of 105 MWdc and has exceeded performance expectations in its first year of operation (source: pv-magazine.com). Another significant project is the Atrisco solar farm in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, which is part of Clēnera's strategy to expand its footprint in the Southwest. The company is also developing the Snowflake Solar Complex in Arizona, which will feature a capacity of 600 MW and has secured a Power Purchase Agreement with Arizona Public Service (source: pv-magazine.com). Clēnera's projects are characterized by innovative land management practices, such as the use of managed grazing to enhance soil conditions while generating renewable energy (source: clenera.com).

Recent Developments

In early 2024, Clēnera underwent a leadership transition with Adam Pishl being promoted to CEO following the departure of founding CEO Jason Ellsworth. This change is expected to enhance the company's focus on executing its extensive development pipeline (source: clenera.com). Additionally, in November 2024, Clēnera secured a Power Purchase Agreement with Arizona Public Service for the Snowflake A Project, further solidifying its position in the renewable energy market (source: pv-magazine.com). The company also launched a charitable initiative in partnership with Heart of America, aimed at providing solar power and battery storage to homes in the Navajo Nation, demonstrating its commitment to community engagement and social responsibility (source: clenera.com).

Working There

Clēnera offers a variety of roles across its operations, including project development, construction, operations and maintenance, and environmental management. The company maintains its headquarters in Boise, Idaho, while also having operational offices in regions where it has active projects, such as Montana, Arizona, New Mexico, and Oregon (source: clenera.com). Clēnera's culture is encapsulated in the phrase "Build Better. Give More," reflecting its commitment to high-quality project development and community investment. The company emphasizes teamwork and stakeholder partnerships, which are crucial for its ongoing success and community engagement (source: clenera.com).


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Job Description

The Investment Planning Manager works closely with the Investment Planning senior team providing strategic investment decision analysis mainly for early and mid stage renewable energy projects (Solar and Battery). Responsible for creating, maintaining, and using excel based complex financial models used to evaluate and support critical company investment/divestment decisions, supports development analysis and assist Director of Investment Planning in training the Investment team and reviewing financial models.

What You'll Do

  • Use long term forecast models to analyze potential capital projects using valuation techniques, including IRR and NPV.
  • Provide modeling, pricing, and analytical support to internal teams (e.g., Development, Origination, Procurement, Capital Markets) and senior management.
  • Manage modeling requests for companies' early/mid-stage development pipeline, overseeing analysis of PPA, Land Lease, Interconnection and other development milestones.
  • Update and refine proforma valuation model, validate macroeconomic and project-specific model inputs, run scenario analyses, and quantify risk.
  • Oversee maintenance and refinement of critical company investment analysis tools such as financial model, assumption roadmap and project specific Investment dossiers.
  • Support efforts to design processes and tools that will increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the Investment Planning Team in collaboration with Director of Investment Planning and VP.
  • Communicate results of economic and risk analyses to senior management.
  • Collaborate across departments to ensure project model integrity and accuracy.
  • Provide support supervision of Analyst and Associate modeling work, BvA review and other variety of business initiatives.
  • Ensure the accuracy and reliability of all financial data in financial models.
  • Maintain organizational excellence in terms of project timelines and deliverables.
  • Demonstrates the Clēnera Core Values of Caring, Committed, and Courageous.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, business, energy/environmental, or any quantitative discipline (economics, mathematics, engineering).
  • Experience: 4+ years in project valuation in power sector preferable in the renewable finance space.
  • Strong understanding of valuation concepts and DCF analyses.
  • Strong Excel financial modelling skills, able to build models from scratch using advanced Excel formulas and features and analyze/learn complex financial models quickly and independently. VBA programming skills a strong plus.
  • Renewable energy Tax Equity structuring, project financing and analytical experience is highly preferred.
  • Skills/Attributes:
  • Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional Excel skills, to include formulas, pivot tables, charts, tables, functions, etc.
  • Ability to analyze complex data and situations to make decisions.
  • Exceptional organizational skills.
  • Ability to think critically and apply problem solving skills independently.
  • High-degree of self-motivation with the ability to effectively solve problems with little direction.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities.

At Clēnera, LLC, we're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state or federal law.

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About the role

July 6, 2026

July 6, 2026

Full time

On-site

Company

USD 72k–108k yearly

Solar Energy, Energy Storage

Clenera

clenera.com

  •  Kansas City, Missouri, United States

4+ years in project valuation

UTC-05:00