Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with our customers and our communities, we develop modern, high-quality properties that set the standard for innovative building design and sustainability. Prologis owns or has investments in properties and development projects of ~1.2 billion square feet in 19 countries and enables 2.8% of the world’s GDP. We have committed to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. Beyond real estate, our Essentials platform optimizes the company’s global asset portfolio to provide our customers solutions that address today’s warehouse and shipping challenges. Prologis Ventures invests in logistics innovation and technology companies to modernize supply chains worldwide.
Job Title:
Director of Energy Finance
Company:
Prologis
Director, Energy Finance
A day in the life
We are seeking a Director of Finance to lead the evaluation, structuring, and risk assessment of distributed generation solar projects in the US and other global markets. This role is critical in assessing investment opportunities, managing the solar underwriting team, and ensuring the financial viability of Prologis’ energy investments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project finance, risk assessment, and underwriting in the renewable energy sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Underwriting & Risk Analysis:
- Lead the underwriting and due diligence process for solar project investments, ensuring alignment with the company’s risk tolerance and financial objectives.
- Analyze project economics, PPA structures, tax equity financing, debt financing, and capital stack arrangements.
- Develop financial models to evaluate investment returns, risk exposure, and sensitivity analyses.
- Assess creditworthiness of offtakers and key counterparties.
Deal Structuring & Negotiation:
- Support structuring of tax equity partnerships, debt financing and/or equity raising for solar projects.
- Work closely with internal finance, legal, and development teams to optimize deal terms and mitigate risks.
- Support negotiation of underwriting terms with lenders, investors, and financial institutions.
Market & Policy Analysis:
- Monitor policy and regulatory changes affecting solar project financing, including Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) incentives, tax credits, tariffs, and domestic content requirements.
- Track market trends, energy pricing, and competitive dynamics to guide underwriting decisions.
- Evaluate new financing structures, including tax equity transferability and merchant risk exposure.
Stakeholder Management & Leadership:
- Lead and mentor a team of underwriters and financial analysts, setting global underwriting standards and processes
- Collaborate with developers, investors, lenders, and external advisors to advance project financing.
- Communicate financial risks and investment recommendations to executive leadership and Prologis’ Investment Committee
Building blocks for success
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred)
- 7+ years of experience in project finance, underwriting, or investment analysis, with a focus on solar or renewable energy projects
- Deep understanding of financial modeling, tax equity structures, debt financing, and PPA contracts.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. renewable energy policies, tax credits, and market trends.
- Proven track record in negotiating and closing complex project finance transactions.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to executives and investors.
Hiring Salary Range of: $175,00 - $241,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target & LTI) to be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
People First
Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.
When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.
As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.
All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type:
Full time
Location:
San Francisco, California
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