Consultant, Gas & Power

Houston

The Company

Wood Mackenzie has been providing its unique range of consulting services and research products to the Energy, Metals & Mining industries for over 30 years. With our foundation in quality analysis, our detailed industry understanding and our wealth of experience, we are able to offer clients a unique skill combination that sets us apart from other solution providers. With its headquarters in Edinburgh, Wood Mackenzie also has offices in London, Houston, Annapolis, Boston, New York, Moscow, Beijing, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Sydney and Perth, and currently employs around 650 people.

Role Purpose

The Consultant will work within the North America Gas & Power Consulting team of experienced consulting professionals who are responsible for delivering an expanding range of consulting services in North America.

While the primary role at this stage is for the candidate to assist in the delivery of consulting projects relating to gas and power in the North America, candidates exhibiting an interest in working across other areas such as global gas and power / LNG will be preferred.

The principal aspect of the job will comprise delivery of consulting projects as a member of teams typically drawn from both Energy Consulting staff in (Boston, Edinburgh, London, Houston and Sydney) and regional Energy Research teams. The role offers the ability for individuals to build and broaden their existing gas and power industry knowledge through exposure to a wide range of projects and learn from what is a global gas and power consulting practice.

Main Responsibilities

Analysis:

• Application of direct knowledge of the gas industry to specific consulting assignments
• Ability to select appropriate analytical tool(s) for each assignment and develop models where appropriate to support analysis
• Ability to Identify, obtain, and critically assess sources of information with clear attention to detail
• Ability to take ownership of and responsibility for analysis undertaken
• Prepares high quality written reports in MS Word and/or PowerPoint
• Keeps abreast of developments in the Energy industry
• Communication/Influence:
• Keeps internal team informed of progress at all times
• Shares information with team (and Research/ Client Management)

Managing Tasks:

• Plans own work ensuring short and medium term plans met
• Prioritises own work ensuring project objectives and targets met

Teamwork:

• Effective cross team worker, being able to work in an open and trusting way
• Ensures high quality work standards are met and appropriate audit trails are created and maintained
• Adopts flexible approach towards work

Thinking Creatively:

• Actively takes part in brainstorming
• Offers solutions to problems and challenges the status quo
• Suggests alternatives and thinks “outside the box”

Knowledge and experience

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of four years experience working within the gas and/or power industry with an industry player or consultant; and preferable with some consulting experience. Excellent educational qualifications are required.

The successful candidate will have:

• Direct, demonstrable and applicable gas and/or power industry experience
• Insight into industry dynamics
• High level of interest in the macro energy industry
• Key Competencies
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Excellent Team working skills
• Organizational skills
• Deadline-driven
• Client focus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

To apply:

Please send resume with a covering letter explaining what knowledge, skills and competencies you can demonstrate to make you a suitable candidate to http://www.woodmac.com/vacancies

Closing Date: April 16, 2010

100310

Account Manager – Gas & Power

New York or Houston

The Company

Wood Mackenzie has been providing its unique range of consulting services and research products to the Energy, Metals & Mining industries for over 30 years. With our foundation in quality analysis, our detailed industry understanding and our wealth of experience, we are able to offer clients a unique skill combination that sets us apart from other solution providers. With its headquarters in Edinburgh, Wood Mackenzie also has offices in London, Houston, Annapolis, Boston, New York, Moscow, Beijing, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Sydney and Perth, and currently employs around 650 people.

Role Focus

The Account Manager will be primarily responsible for retaining and developing existing client relationships within the Gas & Power segment of the industry and to significantly grow revenue through research products and multi client studies sales. The role holder will proactively manage all relevant internal transactions working closely with Research, Consulting, Finance, Marketing and Technology.

Main Responsibilities

• Maximise sales and profitability of energy offerings by successfully managing extensive client portfolio; Develop strategy to increase potential revenue growth and implement Client Business Plans to ensure sales targets are met.
• Expand per-client revenues and profitability by gaining a deep understanding of client requirements; proactively gain feedback on Wood Mackenzie product offerings in order to continue developing services in alignment with clients’ needs. Introduce new and additional Wood Mackenzie Services to managed accounts, appropriate to client needs.
• Manage in a very organized manner a large number of accounts with varying needs and priorities
• Renew existing services with each client in a timely manner.
• Generate new clients in targeted sectors of the gas and power industry
• Proactively identify and understand each client’s needs in order to facilitate consultancy opportunities and then work with the Woodmac consultants to ensure successful closure, delivery and client satisfaction.
• Take ownership of the Client Engagement Model and ensure that the client interactions are coordinated across sales and account management, client services, training, research and consultancy.
• Support new product and service launches and provide feedback on established products and services to relevant internal departments.
• Ensure all relevant entries and transactions are completed in the company reporting systems.
• Develop client relationships through all role levels; i.e. analyst to senior management level.

Knowledge and Experience

The role holder will require a bachelors degree and 7+ years experience in a sales role. Good knowledge of the North American Gas and Power industry (structure, sectors, and companies) as well as proven client facing and sales experience. The successful candidate will possess strong business development and negotiation skills and a results-oriented mindset.

Core Competences

• Excellent sales and negotiation skills
• Result-oriented
• Client-focused
• Ability to multi-task and handle a variety of priorities
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong relationship building skills internally and externally
• Able to relate to all levels within a client company
• Outstanding communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding judgement in resource utilization and optimization

To apply:
Please send resume with a covering letter explaining what knowledge, skills and competencies you can demonstrate to make you a suitable candidate to http://www.woodmac.com/vacancies

Closing Date: March 31, 2010

100310

Marketer/Senior Marketer Retail

Source Code: 20100157

Position Summary

This position is responsible for building a book of retail customers. Understanding the customers’ needs, selling products and services, building and maintaining relationships, gathering market intelligence and helping the business grow and evolve. This position contributes to the financial goals of the business by developing strong customer relations, growing and renewing gross margin, managing business risk, maintaining a pulse on the market, keeping products and services fresh and meeting customer’s needs.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Develops and maintains customer relationships and services customer accounts.

2. Originates, structures and negotiates retail energy transactions.

3. Originates, structures and negotiates energy services transactions.

4. Works with Marketing and Sales team to develop products and services to provide customers a solution to their energy needs.

5. Works with Marketing and Sales to develop materials, processes and systems to enhance business success.

6. Assures that contracts are executed in a timely manner.

7. Understands and communicates pricing fundamentals and dynamics for assigned region(s); develops products and services based on analysis of ustomer’s needs.

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates must meet the basic qualifications to receive consideration.

Basic Qualifications

1. At least three years sales, marketing and/or related retail energy experience.

. Valid Driver’s License and willingness to travel.

3. Solid working knowledge of retail energy products and services.

4. B.S. in Engineering or Business or 8 to 10 years of related experience with a proven track record for delivering results

Preferred Qualifications

1. Ability to deal with multiple tasks on a daily basis.

2. Strong problem solving ability.

3. Effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills.

4. Effective communication, negotiation and customer service skills as related to direct sales.

5. Generate creative solutions to achieve goals.

MBA preferred

For consideration for this position and to view other opportunities at PPL, use on-line tool at www.pplweb.com . Click on “Careers”, “Search Job Openings”, select position interested in, then “Apply Now”.

PPL is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace - M/F/D/V

100308

09-5183- Energy Contracts Originator

Job Description: Create and structure commercial transactions on behalf of the company and ratepayers for the provision of electric energy and capacity to meet retail customer needs. Develop strategies and negotiate energy and energy-related agreements. Review the administration of energy and energy related contracts to ensure that SDG&E receives maximum benefit and meets contractual obligations. - Business development / contract negotiations: Serves as company representative in negotiations with counterparties of complex, structured, long term energy (primarily electric) contracts worth up to several billion dollars each. Structures transactions in a manner which meets all policy objectives and produces best value for ratepayers. Seeks unique opportunities for meeting policy objectives or enhancing value. - Regulatory activities. Maintains knowledge of current regulatory environment. Drafts regulatory policy. - Presentations. Will conceptualize and create presentations and reports for use with senior management, internal reviews and external regulatory/compliance use. - Internal Coordination. Work across departments to seek required functional expertise, review transaction proposals, and inform other organizations of activities.

Qualifications: Typically requires five (5) to eight (8) years of professional experience in energy or resource planning, power contracts, electric operations fuel resources, planning, power contracts, fuel price and availability forecasting, and electric operations. Must have background in working with the following functional area(s): Commercial electric transactions, Electric operations, Legal, Finance, Regulatory/market rules, Analysis. Must have experience in negotiating long-term contracts for electric power and capacity. Familiarity with the ISO (preferably CAISO experience), knowledge of power plants and power system operations is a must. Occasional travel mainly within California is required.

For those interested in applying, please visit: www.sdge.com/careers
Requisition #: 09-5183

100305

Real Time Trader

FCA’s client, a top rated investment bank in New York City, is currently seeking a real time trader for its growing team.

The position is responsible for trading and scheduling power in Eastern North American markets. This will involve an understanding of energy market fundamentals and economic dispatch.

Ideally candidates will have 1 to 2 years of experience and are willing to commit to the position and the desk.

Candidates should have the ability to manage short term open positions in a number of markets simultaneously; both bilateral OTC markets and markets administered by ISO’s, Independent System Operators.

The candidate should be familiar with transmission procurement on OASIS, NERC Tagging, ICE- InterContinental Exchange, transaction configuration into systems of record such as OpenLink, market price data gathering, data compilation and manipulation, trade confirmation processing, compliance monitoring related to Risk Management Policy and Procedures, and credit exposure monitoring.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree with business, economics, mathematics, engineering, or science concentrations. In addition, candidates must have strong analytical skills and knowledge of software systems, especially Excel and database software.

This position will require candidates to work shifts (day and night), with flexible start and stop times as well as weekends and holidays.

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to Ami Chokshi at AChokshi@FirstCallAssociates.com.

100305.

Business Development Manager (PJM)

Location: Mid-Atlantic PJM Market States OR Houston, TX
Sector: Electricity / Power
Occupation: Sales

Gexa Energy, L.P., is one of the fastest-growing retail electricity providers in the nation. Gexa Energy is part of FPL Group (NYSE:FPL), a Fortune 200 company recognized as a leading clean energy company with 2008 revenues of more than $16 billion, approximately 39,000 megawatts of generating capacity, and more than 15,000 employees in 27 states and Canada. FPL Group is the No. 1 wind-energy generator and No. 1 solar-power operator in the U.S. and has been ranked first among electric and gas utilities in FORTUNE® magazine’s "America’s Most Admired Companies" for 2009, 2008, and 2007.
Gexa Energy has an open position for a Business Development Manager. This position is located in the Mid-Atlantic PJM Market (no relocation provided), and will report directly to the VP, Sales & Commercial Growth. As we continue to grow, we need high caliber, experienced individuals to join our team.

Position Summary

Gexa Energy is a successful market participant in ERCOT, PJM, and NEPOOL and is expanding the C&I sales efforts in the northeast PJM market. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for prospecting new business opportunities in the PJM market. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for developing strategic plans and identifying process improvements. Sales Margins and deal profitability will be a key metric. The Manager will work closely with internal teams to develop the business strategy, implement the plan and report the results. Responsibilities will include coordinating cross functional departments, in addition to working with external partners as necessary. This role will oversee the implementation activities between Gexa Energy and other parties, including maintaining vendor relationships and agreements, and identifying business development opportunities.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee the day to day operations of the new markets business.
• Prospect for new customers, as well as develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Develop pricing opportunities necessary to achieve assigned sales and other targets.
• Ensure that deals and contracts are flowing through the transaction process in accordance with Risk Management procedures.
• Ensure that the market transactions systems are processing deals correctly and contracts are flowing through the sales and contract administration process; ensure that key metrics (sales, margins, SG&A, bad debt, etc.) are being tracked and reported to management.
• Obtain customer usage to support pricing.
• Sell fixed-price, indexed, and complex structured energy supply contracts for commercial and industrial customers.
• Obtain customer credit information from customers necessary to support the credit approval process.
• Communicate activities with management and provide periodic reports.
• Implement a business plan to effectively manage assigned market segment.
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal stake holders to resolve issues related to pricing, contracting, billing, and service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree typically required, preferably in an Engineering, Business or Finance field.
• At least 3 years of direct sales experience with deregulated utility markets or similar service related industries and familiarity with rules, procedures, and market structure for retail competition.
• Experience in Northeast electricity markets a must.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in an environment of constantly changing priorities.
• Possess excellent written and verbal skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate individuals from different organizations to focus on achieving a common goal.
• Ability to think outside the box and craft solutions within given constraints.
• Demonstrated ability to be organized, flexible and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Exhibit ability to be a strong team player.
• Superior ability to deliver executive level presentations to establish immediate credibility and inspire confidence with mature, energetic and articulate communication.
• Ability to work independently, however within tightly controlled business policies.

Location

Candidates must reside in one of the following states: Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, OR Houston, TX; no relocation will be provided.

Gexa Energy offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and 401k savings plan. We also offer holiday, vacation and sick pay. Compensation will be commensurate with skill level and experience. Gexa Energy is an equal opportunity employer fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace; EOE/M/F/D/V

Immediate availability. To apply, please go online to www.gexaenergy.com >> About Us >> Careers >> View Job Openings or use the Direct link to Career website.

100304

Sr. Direct Sales Representative

Location: Houston, TX
Sector: Electricity / Power
Occupation: Sales

Gexa Energy, L.P., is one of the fastest-growing retail electricity providers in the nation. Gexa Energy is part of FPL Group (NYSE:FPL), a Fortune 200 company recognized as a leading clean energy company with 2008 revenues of more than $16 billion, approximately 39,000 megawatts of generating capacity, and more than 15,000 employees in 27 states and Canada. FPL Group is the No. 1 wind-energy generator and No. 1 solar-power operator in the U.S. and has been ranked first among electric and gas utilities in FORTUNE® magazine’s "America’s Most Admired Companies" for 2009, 2008, and 2007. Gexa Energy has an open position for a Sr. Direct Sales Representative. This position will be based out of Houston or Dallas, Texas (no relocation provided) and reports to the Director of Sales, Large C&I and Indirect. As we continue to grow, we need high caliber, experienced individuals to join our team.

Position Summary

The Sr. Direct Sales Representative will be responsible for managing the prospecting and sales process with commercial and industrial customers in the ERCOT area of Texas, specifically the Houston or Dallas region. The individual will interact with other departments within Gexa, such as, Credit, Supply & Pricing, and Contract Administration, as well as manage the day-to-day process of deals.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for selling and negotiating fixed price, indexed, and other complex energy products to commercial and industrial customers, focusing on customers using 1,000 – 10,000 MWHR/year of electricity.
• Prospecting and generating leads from various sources, including cold calls (50-100/week).
• Qualifying leads and creating business opportunities.
• Determine deal margins and price levels needed to close transactions.
• Conduct data research to answer questions from other groups within the company, or questions from customers.
• Provide assistance to fulfill internal and external requirements and interface with various departments to obtain transaction approvals.
• Use a consultative approach with customers and key influencers.
• Create the environment for sales success today while developing new strategies for future growth.
• Develop and update territory and strategic account sales forecasts. Achieve assigned sales targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree typically required, preferably in a Business, Finance, or Marketing field. 5-7+ years of related industry (energy / electric) experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of the retail energy business is required. Exceptional prospecting skills via phone and in person.
• This position will be required to hunt new business and build a book over time so Gexa can increase its market share.
• Ability to lead negotiations on complex deals which may be primarily technical, financial, or both.
• Ability to work independently; however, within tightly controlled business policies.
• Must have strong persuasion, negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to create and manage client expectations by close consultation, gaining an understanding of client business goals.
• Ability to act as a resource to customers based on intimate knowledge of relevant industries and needs.
• Self-motivated in pursuing strategies and tasks.
• Ability to lead problem resolution, identify appropriate resources and develop contingency plans.
• Ability to handle several complex projects, all of which require unique coordination of technical and marketing resources.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment within broadly defined practices/policies in selecting approach and technique.
• Knowledge of industry strategies and customer positioning.

Location Candidate must reside in or around the Houston or Dallas area; no relocation will be provided.

Gexa Energy offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and 401k savings plan. We also offer holiday, vacation and sick pay. Compensation will be commensurate with skill level and experience. Gexa Energy is an equal opportunity employer fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace; EOE/M/F/D/V

Immediate availability. To apply, please go online to www.gexaenergy.com >> About Us >> Careers >> View Job Openings or use the Direct link to Career website.

100304

Marketing Manager - NE US Commercial, Industrial & Aggregators

Location : Syracuse or Upstate NY

Position Description

The primary job function is to actively market physical and financial natural gas to commercial, industrial and institutional customers in New York State and other targeted Northeastern US markets.

This marketing position is one of several directed to Commercial, Industrial & Aggregator customers. While the positions primary focus will be on direct gas marketing, including targeted development of markets for the gas from the Marcellus shale, supporting aggregator gas and power sales in the Northeast US is also a priority. Channels to market are direct sales, agent relationships, and aggregators (where Shell Trading acts as a wholesale supplier).

The Shell Group offers an outstanding benefits package. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete an online candidate profile at www.shell.com/careers. No phone inquiries will be accepted.

Position Requirements

• Five years experience in origination, marketing, sales or trading within the Gas and Power Industry.
• Demonstrated analytical capabilities, good organization skills and the ability to multi-task priorities.
• Results oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast paced, collaborative team environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, engineering or related field
• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other then current employer

100303.

Search Consultants International Recruiting Specialists Since 1980 Power Industry Recruiters Since 1986 www.searchconsultants.com

Risk Controls Analyst

Immediate need for prop trading firm requiring experience in VaR, trading and risk monitoring and modeling for risk.

Power Market Fundamentals

Immediate opportunity for experience in power market fundamentals. Call me directly for details.

Director/Gas Structuring

Broad experience structuring transactions, working closely with origination teams

Transmission Analytics

We are currently seeking west coast transmission analytics experience.

Midwest Market Origination

Opportunity to originate and participate in the development of renewables

Gas Origination

Very strong opportunity calling for a proven track record in producing revenue for mid to long term gas transactions

Natural Gas Pipeline Operations Managers

Upcoming need for senior level experience in nat gas pipeline operations management. Call me for more details

Risk Quant

Immediate need for 2-3 years energy experience doing risk modeling and experience with SAS, Matlab. Covers multiple commodities

Please send resume referencing specific position of interest and/or call me directly for additional details on locations and compensation.

Michael Brentari
Vice President – Energy Division
713-403-3868
Mike@searchconsultants.com

100226

Business Development Manager with a Clean Tech Leader

(Houston, Dallas or Austin areas)

Are you looking for a fulfilling role where you can continually work with a clean technology solution provider? EnerNOC offers exactly that opportunity. The nation's leader in clean and intelligent energy solutions is looking for salespeople to help us grow our presence in Texas. While Texas will be your focus, clients may at anytime initiate conversations with you about their other locations, leading you to deals across the country. We are a fast growing company in a high growth industry, publicly traded, and comprised of some of the most dedicated and impressive salespeople you'll find. Come on board and tackle an exciting and green challenge.

EnerNOC (NASDAQ: ENOC) is transforming the way the world uses energy. We help commercial, institutional and industrial organizations use energy more intelligently, pay less for it, and generate cash flow that benefits the bottom line. Our technology-enabled energy management solutions help meet the needs of utilities/grid operators that deliver energy and are responsible for maintaining the real-time balance between supply and demand. We bring proven expertise and innovative ideas to both groups through a full suite of energy management solutions including:

As a Business Development Manager for EnerNOC in the Houston, Dallas or Austin, TX areas, your mandate will be to call on commercial and industrial customers to educate and sell them on our portfolio of solutions including demand response, energy supply management, MBCx and CarbonTrak. Working out of your home office and spending most of your time out in the field, you will own the sales process from lead generation through to contract signing and upselling, utilizing your experience with all aspects of the sales cycle. Your knowledge of the energy/power industry in Texas will allow you to hit the ground running, and your interest in continually expanding your knowledge base will keep you interested in your clients. Your knack for meeting and exceeding your quota will allow you to meet and exceed our and your own expectations as you become a critical member of our team. You are experienced, inquisitive, polished, and hungry. Join us today!

Apply online.

100226

Business Development - Massachusetts

Our client is a leading independent energy provider in the North American retail energy market. We are recruiting for a Business Developer Sales Originator for the Western/Central Massachusetts market. The profile or DNA of the candidate is unique and uncompromising; quantifiable benchmark sales success, polished presentation of self and a gorilla work ethic. If you possess these three competencies we are interested in confidentially speaking with you.

Objective is to sell electricity as a commodity to the commercial and industrial marketplace throughout the region. As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for prospecting new business opportunities, presenting company services, lead generation, qualifying, and aggressively closing new sales. Additional responsibilities include implementing a business plan to effectively manage assigned territory, acquiring signed contracts from new and existing customers, preparing agreements and price attachments and conducting sales presentations.

For confidential consideration, e-mail résumé to resumes@brownholtz.com and call Scott Brownholtz directly for introduction @ 916-649-3200.

100225

Regional Marketer

This is a multi-level position (Associate Marketer, Gr. 6 and Regional Marketer, Gr. 7)with level placement dependent upon the skills and experience of the candidate. This position assists the Regional Marketing Managers in all aspects of the development and execution of energy transactions. Review contract terms and conditions for various transaction opportunities and assist in qualitative and quantitative analysis of the potential transaction. Assist remotely located Regional Marketing Managers with interface/ coordination to other PSEG functional areas during the transaction development and execution process. Collect and disseminate market intelligence, from internal and external sources, to the Marketing team and other functional areas within ER&T. Analyze and track bidding and pricing strategies of competitors from information available in market. Maintain customer database. Assist Regional Marketers in the preparation of internal and external presentations including PSEG Risk Management Committee presentations, weekly deal pipeline status reports, transaction summaries / term sheets and pitch books for customer visits. Represent the Marketing group at various industry or regulatory forums that directly impact on the group’s functions. Participate in customer/supplier visits with Marketers.

Required skills and experience:

Candidate must possess analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail is critical in this role. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be a team player. Must be results oriented, creative, and innovative and have the ability to simultaneously handle a number of competing tasks and deadlines. Candidate must have advanced skills in software such as Excel and PowerPoint. There is an expectation that the candidate will perform their responsibilities with focus and intensity, recognizing the extremely competitive environment that the Marketing organization functions within. Candidate must have at least 2 years of experience in energy industry, energy marketing in ISOs (such as ERCOT or PJM) or in an energy commodity-trading environment. Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree in business, math or engineering or directly applicable equivalent experience.

All interested applicants, please go to www.pseg.com/careers to apply online.

100225

Crude / Refined Oil Scheduler

Location: New York, NY

Commodity Operations division of a major NY investment bank seeking individual with strong knowledge of domestic crude or refined pipelines. Extensive experience scheduling pipelines and knowledge of vessels.

Requirements:

• 2-5 Years pipeline scheduling experience.
• Excellent knowledge of domestic crude or refined pipelines.
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Desire to gain knowledge of other commodities.
• Team Player

For confidential consideration please email resume to alj@energytradersinc.com or call Al Jackson, Jr., 713 436-3116. www.energytradersinc.com

100225

World Energy

Director, Sales – Sales 100-10

World Energy Solutions Inc. (TSX: XWE; NASDAQ: XWES) is seeking a competitive, “A-level” sales professional to join our successful, entrepreneurial team. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated track record of at least 5 years in sales (two in the retail energy marketplace preferred, either on the demand or supply side) where steady and consistent sales growth has been shown.

World Energy operates online exchanges for energy and green commodities. For buyers and sellers of electricity, natural gas, capacity, and green-energy assets who are impacted by today's volatile markets, World Energy's proven approach has transformed the normally complex procurement process into a powerful, streamlined vehicle for cost savings. In addition to enabling customers to seek competitive pricing on traditional energy commodities, World Energy is taking a leadership position in the emerging environmental-commodities markets. Its award winning World Green Exchange®, supports the ground-breaking regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative's (RGGI) cap and trade program for CO2 emissions.

This position will be located in Upstate New York, Los Angeles, CA, or Chicago, IL.

The ideal candidate must have:

• Unquestionable integrity and solid market reputation
• An Undergraduate Degree (at a minimum)
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic and team based work environment
• An understanding of the energy industry is preferred Experience selling energy related products or services to Fortune 500 companies
• Specific personal and professional goals
• A strong work ethic and the desire to achieve higher levels of income
• Strong organizational and communication skills with both clients and teammates
• The ability to flourish in a commissioned environment
• A demonstrated track record for closing at above-average industry rates

You will be expected to:

• Consistently prospect, qualify and close new business opportunities
• Consistently close “big-ticket” deals
• Identify and present to the decision maker within an organization
• Live up to commitments made to clients, prospects and teammates
• Travel up to 50% of the time
• Work 60 + hrs. per week
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times
• Prioritize responsibilities and plan the day to maximize results
• Track your sales behaviors as well as results
• Sell top of the line products and services on value, not price

World Energy Solutions, Inc., is seeking an experienced, consultative salesperson who is capable of joining and contributing to the growth of the company with a short to little ramp-up period (30 to 90 days). Customer segments may include commercial, industrial, wholesale and government depending upon your area of expertise and geographic area of responsibility.

To Apply: Please paste the following link in your browser and complete all required information: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=493086

For additional information please visit our website at www.worldenergy.com

World Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

100223

Our client, a premier top tier global organization with a record and award winning year in 2009 – out performing their competition is expanding in their domestic commodities business and hiring:

MANAGER/DIRECTOR SENIOR COAL TRADER/ORIGINATION SPECIALIST TO MANAGE COAL AND EMISSIONS BUSINESS

This is an outstanding opportunity to apply your skills/assets and work with an experienced and proven award winning global organization with a long term commitment to the commodities business.

In this role you will be working closely with senior managers and traders, responsible for the coal n emissions desk trading strategies, short/long term PnL, objectives and budget. It is helpful to have some origination experience, have developed relationships with suppliers and counterparties and work well with a team. The key is to have a good understanding of both physical and financial trading with successful track record of PnL.

MORE COMMERCIAL ENERGY POSITIONS (BANK, TRADING HOUSE, MERCHANT):

ERCOT ANALYST – FRONT OFFICE TRADING SUPPORT

FUNDAMENTAL ANALYST TO SUPPORT POWER TRADING ALL MARKETS
PNW POWER TRADER, TERM

BASIS TRADER – POWER, TERM

POWER ANALYST, PREFER COAL AND EMISSIONS EXPERIENCE

Work with some of the most brilliant and proven MVP’s in the energy industry. There is also excellent scope for career progression within the US and globally.

JRP Group is a globally recognized franchise office affiliated with executive search offices in over 50 countries with a specialty practice in commercial energy.

For all CONFIDENTIAL inquiries, contact:

Staci Buck
Managing Director, Houston Office
Phone: 970-668-4800 Ext. 130
Cell: 832-350-3030
AIM: PnEnergy
Yahoo: tradeenrg
Email: staci@jrpgroup.net

www.jrpgroup.net

100222

Sr. Analyst - Asset Optimization

This is a multi-level position (Sr. Analyst/Analyst) with level placement dependent upon the skills and experience of the candidate. Provide financial and analytical support and make recommendations to maximize portfolio value in the near and long term wholesale markets for energy, capacity, ancillary services and related fuels while understanding the regional ISO, FERC, and NERC control area rules and market conditions.

This individual will work with the portfolio Director to develop criteria and methodology for analyzing and mitigating portfolio risk and to develop longer term hedging strategies utilizing all wholesale energy market products such as financial swaps, physical contracts and derivative products such as put and call options

Essential Requirements

• Must have a solid understanding power generation assets, fuel, transmission, regional market rules and regulations and strong understanding of electric systems and generation economics
• Must have experience developing strategy and capitalizing on market trends to maximize value
• A thorough understanding of risk management concepts and the ability to apply them to a complex portfolio of energy and fuel positions.
• The ability to work effectively and creatively as part of a cross-functional regional team.
• The ability to work quickly and effectively with various system applications and possess advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite products.
• Must have degree in finance, business, mathematics, engineering, economics and 3 to 5 years power generation and transmission experience or equivalent relevant work experience.

Desirable:

• Experience in financial analysis, risk management and/or electric system operations.
• Electric system operations, Electric Generation and Dispatch or electric portfolio economics experience

All interested applicants, please go to www.pseg.com/careers to view full job description and apply online.

100222

Commodities I.T. – Front Office Application Developer

Houston, TX

A client of ours' is a leading Investment Bank engaged in the global commodities trading markets. Due to recent growth on their Energy desk in Houston, they are currently looking for a skilled Application Developer. This person will be the sole developer supporting an Industry leading team of traders and Front Office analytic staff. Scope of the role is to aid in the build out the desk through adding various market data, pricing, and risk management tools. The ideal candidate will be proficient in working with C#, C++, VBA, and have basic Oracle experience. Person must have an understanding for market data dependencies, curve construction, valuation related concepts, and a good understanding of derivatives. All experience should have been acquired through supporting Front-Office activity of a Physical and/or Financial Commodity (Energy) Trading company. For more information and confidential consideration, please send a resume to rallen@rwr.com.

Please contact Ryan Allen for more details.
Office: 713-358-7209
E-mail: rallen@rwr.com

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Senior Business Development Manager

Norcross, Georgia

Overall Responsibilities:

Responsible for the sales and marketing of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), Carbon Offsets and White Tags through the development of new business relationships and the expansion of existing relationships. The primary focus will be selling through mandated markets such as those established by state renewable portfolio standards and other utility programs such as retail renewable energy and efficiency programs.

Daily/Weekly:

• Develops and follows-up with prospective customer leads.
• Creates and manages new relationships and develops creative solutions for customer needs.
• Works within customer relationship management system to allow management of sales and marketing activities as well as all client and prospect information.
• Identifies, analyzes, evaluates and negotiates business opportunities in the best interest of the company.

Regularly:

• Remains abreast of industry and markets trends, competition, and company.
• Completes and submits reports per directions, on or before due date.
• Participates in industry-related activities.
• Closes high dollar-volume sales
• · Reviews and analyzes sales and marketing database and re-evaluates business plan based on data, sales goals, and profitability.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor Degree or equivalent.
• Relevant Work Experience: 5+ years of experience building sales relationships with electric utilities, preferably in the areas of renewable energy or environmental attributes.
• Candidate must have experience that demonstrates the skills and qualifications listed below:

Skills and Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills that provide the ability to produce and make dynamic presentations that accurately reflect the company’s position and capabilities
• Strong network of existing relationships and exceptional relationship development skills
• Must possess a thorough understanding of the renewable energy and energy efficiency departments typically found within utilities
• Strong organization skills
• Capable of working on complex tasks both independently as well as collaboratively
• Ability to work comfortably with senior level personnel
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word and the ability to work consistently within SAP CRM system
• Position requires at least 50% travel

Submit resume and cover letter via email tohumanresources@sterlingplanet.com.

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Account Manager

Account Manager for Cutting Edge Clean Tech Company EnerNOC, which has operated at the forefront of the clean tech world since inception, is seeking an Account Manager in our Energy Supply Management practice. In this critical role, you will work closely with the Senior Director of New Business Development and Regional Sales Directors to achieve aggressive annual sales plans, by serving as an energy expert committed to helping your wide range of client organizations get the best possible pricing on energy. The deregulated energy market is very dynamic and constantly growing. This is a great opportunity to build relationships with our important clients, be looked to as a subject matter expert and communicate the complex topics to help drive the sales cycle. At the end of the day, you'll have the satisfaction that comes from working with enthusiastic, collaborative and diversely talented individuals who are directing their efforts toward a common goal.

To apply for this position or refer someone you know, please use our online interview system managed by Accolo.

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Once you have completed the interview, your information will be forwarded to the hiring authority for decisions on next steps.

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Sr. Load Forecasting Analyst

Our client is a premier energy marketer with a great credit rating that has us doing a search for a load forecasting analyst that will support their load auction team within the Northeast wholesale trading business unit. This position is open due to an internal promotion and is looking for someone with strong load forecasting experience in the northeast. Advanced degree a plus. Strong statistical analysis, xcel and sql skills necessary.

If you are interested in or need a more detailed description of this job opportunity email your resume to: tallen@rwr.com

Truett Allen
Partner Energy Search
Richard, Wayne & Roberts

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Project Manager – Energy Efficiency (Southern California)

Position Summary: Work includes Project and Construction Management of energy efficiency and cogeneration projects. Will be responsible for project leadership, project revenue and project gross margin. Coordinates project schedule, scope, budget, quality, budget overruns and schedule delays, develop and evaluate schedules, and construction documents.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage technical resources completing project design and development
• ncluding scope, alignment, subcontractor selection, capital cost, installation, and estimating, scheduling, milestones.
• Solicit bids to assure competitive cost, best schedule and delivery for all project-related equipment, supply installations, and construction services.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors to ensure quality control & delivery on time and within budget.
• Manage all construction activities at customer project site.
• Provide ongoing project status updates with all parties.
• Evaluate technologies and equipment for suitable application.
• Manage project expenditures and job cost accounting processes: including accuracy, documentation, approvals, expense forecasts, payment reporting and tracking. Perform other duties as required.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ energy services related construction and/or project management
• Strong verbal, written, computer, technical communication and presentation skills.
• MS Project, Excel, Word Experience Required
• Will require approximately 30% domestic travel.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in business or industry-related field

For confidential consideration contact Scott Brownholtz @ 916-649-3200 and e-mail resumes@brownholtz.com

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