VP, Project Finance

$179,550 - $239,400/Yr

Sunrun - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Senior

Richmond, VA

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Vice President of Project Finance at Sunrun is a leadership role responsible for developing investor relationships and structuring renewable energy financing transactions. This position plays a crucial role in driving the growth and profitability of the company by originating financial partnerships and managing a team involved in deal management, due diligence, and financial modeling. The VP will report directly to the Head of Project Finance and will be instrumental in implementing innovative financing structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structuring, execution, and maintenance of residential solar financings, collaborating with law firms and investment bankers for capital markets transactions.
• Maintain existing relationships and develop new sources of tax equity, debt, and cash equity financing to support the company's development efforts.
• Oversee project finance projections and analysis for the company.
• Coordinate with various internal groups to complete third-party due diligence requests and develop expertise in the company's business practices.
• Support treasury, budgeting, and financial planning to ensure alignment on financing obligations and expectations.
• Engage in various aspects of the organization as part of an entrepreneurial finance team.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of experience in power/energy/utilities finance, with at least 3 years in the US renewables industry.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience in structuring, negotiating, and closing renewable energy financings, including tax equity partnerships and debt financings.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts, term sheets, and legal documents.
• Strong financial modeling skills to support junior team members and develop talent.
• Existing relationships with project finance and tax equity professionals.
• Curiosity about distributed generation, storage technology, and power markets.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and quantitative skills.
• Understanding of solar + storage renewable energy systems at a commercial level.
• Excellent executive-level communication and presentation skills.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with innovative financing structures in renewable energy.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks affecting renewable energy financing.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Employee wellness program
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)