Chief Executive Officer

We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer for a rapidly scaling renewable energy developer with operations in Canada and the United States. As CEO, you will develop and lead multi-year strategic business plans to grow and scale operations and expand into new markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Develop and execute a multi-year strategic business plan to scale the company 3x over 5 years
• Drive expansion into BESS alongside core community solar development activities
• Identify and execute growth opportunities across existing and new markets
• Lead capital allocation decisions and support future fundraising and exit strategies

Operational Excellence

• Oversee day-to-day operations across North America (Canada & the US)
• Implement scalable systems, processes, and organizational structures to support growth
• Introduce and deploy new software solutions, including AI-driven tools, to enhance productivity and efficiency
• Strengthen project execution capabilities across solar and storage development

Financial Leadership

• Enhance financial reporting capabilities, transitioning from local GAAP toward IFRS standards
• Drive financial discipline, forecasting accuracy, and performance tracking
• Partner closely with finance teams and the Board on budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning

Governance & Board Management

• Lead quarterly Board meetings and maintain strong communication with shareholders
• Ensure alignment between management and Board on strategy, performance, and risk
• Support the transitioning CEO in their new Board role to ensure continuity
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Implement robust compliance frameworks, policies, and quality systems
• Safeguard company processes and minimize operational and governance risks
• Foster a transparent, performance-driven culture while limiting internal politics

Team & Culture

• Build, lead, and scale a high-performing executive team
• Drive accountability, collaboration, and a results-oriented culture
• Attract and retain top talent across all regions

Qualifications

• Proven CEO or senior executive experience in renewable energy
• Demonstrated track record of scaling a business through a high-growth phase
• Prior experience leading a company through an exit (e.g., sale, IPO, or major transaction) strongly preferred
• Experience in solar development required; BESS experience strongly preferred
• International leadership experience across North America is highly desirable
• Strong strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability
• Deep financial acumen, including experience with IFRS or complex reporting environments
• Experience implementing systems, digital tools, and enterprise solutions
• Excellent stakeholder management, including Board and investor relations
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and align teams