Sr Transaction Diligence Manager

RWE•Chicago, IL

1d•$128

About The Position

The Sr Transaction Diligence Manager will lead IE diligence efforts for tax equity transactions across utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage (BESS). This role requires a strong foundation in engineering and project management, the ability to evaluate and translate technical risks into commercial impacts, and effective coordination across internal teams, external consultants, and external investors. The ideal candidate will bring a balance of technical acumen, financial literacy, and strong stakeholder management to support successful deal execution through financial close.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Renewable Energy) or a related technical field
Minimum of 8 years of experience in renewable energy project engineering/ technical due diligence/ project management or structured finance
Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, a sound understanding of business concepts and organization goals
Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple priorities and projects
Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people across the org chart internally and externally
Ability to identify risk level and propose mitigation strategies proactively
Leading high-stakes diligence processes and resolve escalated technical issues
Overseeing diligence across complex portfolios and project pipelines
Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team
Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

MBA or Finance-related qualification is a plus
Prior involvement in project finance transactions and investor engagement is a plus
Understanding of financial modeling and investment analysis is advantageous

Responsibilities

Lead the technical due diligence process for project financing, working with IEs and internal SMEs
Serve as primary technical contact during financing processes, addressing lender inquiries and guiding risk mitigation discussions
Review and validate all technical reports, risk assessments, and compliance documentation to ensure projects meet financing conditions
Provide input to structured finance teams on technical readiness and risk impacts for tax equity financing and M&A deals
Ensure QA/QC of energy yield assessments, OEM specifications and test reports, external test reports, and technical drawings review
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and lender expectations
Manage deliverables across cross-functional teams (engineering, project execution, transmission, construction, commercial, and finance) to ensure seamless coordination during the financing process
Maintain project timelines, deliverables, and risk registers for technical diligence activities
Work closely with investors and technical SMEs to implement feedback from lessons-learned in project specifications to align with financing requirements
Provide technical input for financing agreements, term sheets, and lender requirements
Prepare executive-level summaries of diligence findings, risk mitigations, and conditions precedent status for leadership updates Assist in the financial close process, ensuring technical compliance with lenders' conditions precedents
Lead and participate in developing process improvements for timely close of tax equity deals