Entering the wind trade in Portland, ME, typically begins with specialized training in wind energy technology, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about one to two years, requiring many hours of training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 1365 wind turbine technicians in Maine, with 543 in Portland, and projects a 60% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Trainees earn an average of $806.67 per week in Portland, with an annual overtime average of $41,946. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Stream Marine Training help aspiring wind energy professionals find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $951.33 per week for experienced professionals.
Overview: The Senior Vice President of Wind Construction and Renewable Services is a pivotal leader responsible for driving the strategic vision and operational excellence across the Wind & Renewable Services groups. This role is instrumental in identifying new resources and revenue streams, optimizing operational processes, and implementing innovative strategies to enhance performance and efficiency. Location & Travel: Preference may be given to candidates located in or near our office locations: Indianapolis, IN, Fargo, ND, or Phoenix, AZ. Remote option is available contingent on qualifications and experience. Expect up to 50% travel to regional office locations, with eligibility for an annual incentive plan and vehicle allowance. Company Overview: MasTec Renewables, which includes Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, offers over 20 years of expertise in renewable energy construction. We value diversity and collaboration, encouraging all employees to contribute innovative ideas that impact our business positively. As a part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment, our company generates more than $4 billion in annual revenue, specializing in solar, wind, and battery storage construction services, among others. We prioritize sustainability and safety in every endeavor. Responsibilities: • Develop and implement the strategic plan for the Wind and Renewable Services unit. • Lead administration functions and evaluate performance to meet division goals. • Offer strategic advice and insights to senior executives regarding long-range planning and regulatory impacts. • Ensure timely and accurate analysis of budgets and business trends to support executive decision-making. • Establish and enforce policies that enhance operational effectiveness. • Build credibility as a problem solver for administrative challenges, including evaluating outsourcing opportunities. • Provide financial guidance related to budgeting and departmental performance. • Manage relationships with governmental officials, ensuring compliance and communication on legislative issues. • Serve as a representative for the division in community engagements and media communications. • Oversee contract negotiations, collaborating with the CFO on financial considerations. • Continuously assess and improve administrative efficacy and team structures for individual growth. • Champion and adhere to all company safety protocols. • Participate in executive team discussions about business continuity and succession planning. Mergers and Acquisitions: • Advise on potential merger and acquisition targets within relevant geographies and technologies. • Manage the M&A process specific to Wind Construction and Renewable Services. • Collaborate with internal task forces to facilitate successful mergers and acquisitions. • Identify new market opportunities for diversification. • Recommend business models to leverage emerging market chances. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. • A minimum of 15 years in the construction industry including 5+ years in leadership roles. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Commitment to maintaining health and safety standards consistent with the company's Zero Injury goals. • Strong strategic thinking abilities. • Effective problem-solving and analytical skills. • Comprehensive understanding of financial management principles. • Project management expertise. • Excellent communication skills. • Demonstrated credibility and personal effectiveness. What's in it for You: • Competitive salary with performance-based merit increases. • 401(k) plan with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with options for family coverage. • Paid Time Off, holidays, and bereavement leave. • Short and long-term disability, life insurance options, and more. MasTec is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate based on any protected categories. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and be part of our innovative team.
See More Details >>Search by Keyword Show Fewer Options Loading... Apply now » Manager, Site Posted 28 February 2025 Requisition ID 64047 Location(s) Portland, ME, US Work experience Management Type of position Full-Time Job Family Field Operations Shape the Future of Renewable Energy at Vestas! Embark on a career with Vestas, the leader in wind energy, where you'll find an inviting atmosphere that supports professional growth, celebrates your contributions, and offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Join us as we advance renewable energy and contribute our part to the world. Job Overview As a Site Manager, you will oversee the operations of a service site, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and customer satisfaction. In this role, you will mentor a team to uphold the organization's central beliefs and to perform in their respective functions. Your key responsibilities will include safety leadership, operational efficiency, financial performance, and customer account management. You'll be responsible for technical problem-solving, budget management, and ensuring optimal turbine performance. Responsibilities • Cultivate an environment focused on safety at the site, promoting continuous improvement in safety performance. • Develop and empower your team to efficiently operate and maintain wind turbine plants. • Establish robust partnerships with clients to guarantee the fulfillment of contractual commitments. • Manage costs adequately to meet budgetary targets for service contracts. • Coordinate scheduled maintenance and troubleshooting efforts to optimize turbine performance. Competencies • Proficient in business management, with capabilities in fiscal oversight and assessing organizational effectiveness. • Experience in coaching and motivating teams. • Proficiency in safety programs, practices, and procedures. • Highly motivated and accountable, with a proficiency in problem-solving and continuous improvement. • Previous budgeting and project management experience. • Well-versed in negotiating agreements and ensuring customer satisfaction. Qualifications • 3 to 5 years of management experience in a related service field. • Willingness to work at the service site and travel (to various turbines) as needed. • A technical background is beneficial, with knowledge of hydraulic or rotating heavy equipment. • Solid English communication skills, both verbal and written. • Valid driver's license and passport. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that are met by an employee, to effectively perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable team members with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. • Hearing ability to use telephones, close range radios or related device. • Visual acuity including depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors. • Ability to lean forward, crouch, or squat as needed, as well as coordination skills and manual dexterity. • Ability to climb stairs & vertical ladders to heights of 60 to 100 meters and at times supervise work in confined space environments. • Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to, but not more than 50 lbs. in weight. • Ability to observe training and obtain certification in required safety programs that include LOTO, Electrical, Fall Arrest & High Angle Emergency Decent, and Confined Space. • Ability to fully participate in all training courses, including controlled decent practical exercises. • Due to safety parameters of fall protection equipment, the total weight of required PPE and gear shall weigh 300 lbs or less while being worn. Required PPE and gear can weigh up to 40 lbs. What we offer We offer an engaging Management position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at a renowned wind turbine producer. We value accountability and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment focused on sustainability and safety, and you will work among colleagues who take care of each other. • Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision • Generous Paid Time Off policies • 401(k) plan • Tuition assistance • Highly developed Training Program • Global bonus program Join Our Team: Apply today for the Site Manager role at Vestas if you are prepared to contribute positively to the renewable energy industry and oversee a team aimed at sustainable practices. Engage with our efforts to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and take part in building a more eco-friendly future that benefits all. CCPA Notice for California Applicants BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process DEIB Statement At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future. About Vestas Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings. Nearest Major Market: Portland Maine Apply now »
See More Details >>Greenbacker Renewable Energy Company is an independent power producer (IPP) and a leading climate-focused investment manager (IM), whose mission is to empower a sustainable world by connecting individuals and institutions with investments in clean energy. Since our founding in 2011, we’ve grown to over 200 employees in four offices—New York City, Portland, ME, Denver, CO, and Montpelier, VT—and other individual locations across the US, and have positioned ourselves as a market leader in energy transition, renewable energy, and sustainable infrastructure investments. Greenbacker’s IPP business segment acquires, owns, and operates income-producing clean energy infrastructure projects (e.g., solar energy, wind power, energy storage) in communities across the country. These assets sell power under long-term contracts to high-credit-quality counterparties, including utilities, municipalities, and corporations. As of 2023, our IPP fleet comprises over 450 projects, representing 3.4 gigawatts of total clean energy production and storage capacity. Within our IM business segment, Greenbacker Capital Management (GCM) serves as the registered investment adviser to five funds focused on green power generation and the energy transition, including private equity investment in growth-stage clean energy companies, across a wide range of sustainable infrastructure and renewables sectors. Drawing upon the firm’s expertise in renewable power generation, battery storage, and other green technologies, Greenbacker is expanding its IM business and launching a sustainable real estate fund with a focus on reducing buildings' carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and building additional sources of renewable power. Greenbacker has hired a senior executive with over 20 years and $25 billion of commercial real estate principal investment experience to manage this new vehicle and is actively growing the real estate investment team. Please visit www.greenbackercapital.com to learn more about our company, mission, team, and portfolios. Greenbacker is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Greenbacker will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Requirements Job Purpose/Background: As Greenbacker continues to raise capital and grow our investment portfolio, an opportunity has arisen to join Greenbacker’s Accounting team. As a small and evolving firm, the responsibilities will be broad, varied, and all-encompassing. Key Responsibilities: · Responsible for all accounting work necessary to insure accounts payable are processed in a timely manner · Responsible for accurate coding and voucher entry of vendor invoices into accounting system based on services provided, life cycle stage of the project and other determining factors · Review all invoices for appropriate documentation & approvals prior to payment · Maintain Accounts Payable electronic files and storage · Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues · Assist in month end closing and accrual process · Assist in annual external audits · Perform analytical and ad hoc reporting as required · Work with internal and external customers regarding account inquiries · Ensure compliance with internal controls in accordance with policy · Look for areas of process improvement to ensure efficient and effective processing of AP transactions · Assist with other projects as needed Education and Experience: · Bachelor’s degree with coursework in Accounting preferred · 1-2 years of experience in GL Accounting related field preferred · Advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel. · Experience with Oracle ERP Cloud or other accounting ERP software programs is preferred. · Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills. · Ability to thrive and grow quickly in a fast-growing company. · Analytical and detail-oriented with a thirst for learning. · Highly motivated, independent, results-oriented, and possesses a strong sense of ownership. Benefits • Medical: 5 United Health Care Oxford options • Dental: Guardian – two options • Vision: Guardian / VSP – one option (100% employee paid) • Life and AD&D: Short term and long-term disability (both 100% employer paid) • Retirement/401(K): ADP/Voya with 50% match up to 6% of salary • Other: Medical and dependent care / Health Savings Accounts, Pre-tax commuter benefits through Optum • Time Off: 20 days paid time off, 7 sick days a year, 32 hours of VTO a year. • Mental Health: Modern Health: 24/7 access to Coaching and Therapy sessions for employees and dependents • Family Building: Coverage for infertility, adoption, surrogacy, and 16 weeks of family leave. Job posting details for AP Analyst II at Greenbacker Renewable Energy in Portland Maine United States. . ClimateTechList gathers 17,000+ job openings from over 800 climate tech companies and updates them daily.
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