Economic Development Manager OR Senior Economic Development Manager
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Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.
Relocation assistance provided
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the attraction and location of new business and industry to the Duke Energy Florida (DEF) service area. The position also supports the retention and expansion of existing industries within DEF’s service area. Responsibilities include the preparation of proposals which professionally and accurately represent Duke Energy's ability to serve a client at specific locations and the anticipated rate associated with their energy demands. Incumbent will, as needed, plan and assist with client's in-state project meetings as well as directly engage with economic development leadership across the DEF footprint to include boards, committees and other direct engagement with community stakeholders to enhance the communities Duke Energy serves. The position will support rural areas of opportunity within Duke Energy's Florida footprint.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will work throughout his/her assigned territory to support client management, lead generation, site development, and represent the Company to local, state, and regional economic development allies.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with key economic development leadership, developers, consultants and decision-makers in support of Duke Energy economic development goals and objectives.
Support economic development partners in the enhancement, use and deployment of marketing materials; participate in targeted call missions and other activities to enhance the Company’s competitiveness and success of the Florida economic development program.
Collaborate with internal management and stakeholders, to include external relations team members as well as distribution and transmission teams to utilize best practices, provide comprehensive overview of Duke programs and support to partners, identify target industries and sites, and focus on the areas with greatest potential return on investment.
Basic/Required Qualifications
Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relative experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.
Economic Development Manager
Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years minimum required related experience
Valid driver’s license
SR Economic Development Manager
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Accounting, Business (or equivalent) AND five (5) + years minimum required related work experience, OR
In lieu of degree and five (5) + years minimum required related experience, High School/GED degree AND ten (10)+ years related work experience
Valid driver's license
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Certified Economic Developer (CEcD)
Familiarity with state and local incentive programs
Project management skills
Economic Development project management experience at the State, Regional or Local level
Experience in business/industrial recruitment efforts
Established relationships with State, Regional and local economic development officials
Established relationships with site selection consultants
Experience in proposal development and site selection RFI responses
Previous customer interface experience and/or equivalent external
Strong technical skills/understanding of energy industry
In depth exposure to management of large manufacturing projects
Experience in General Construction, Real Estate Development, Project Finance
Proficiency with mapping programs
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management, both internal and external
Demonstrated leadership abilities to develop, integrate, market, and implement sales strategies/plans/programs
Ability to manage internal and external relationships, networking, benchmarking
Effective interpersonal and human relations skills to work with internal and external customers, suppliers, and peers in a team-oriented work environment
Highly motivated self-starter
Demonstrated excellent communication skills with experience in negotiations, preparation of written documents and presentations
Demonstrated ability to focus on details and results-oriented
Demonstrated innovative and creative problem solving skills
Demonstrated ability to take on ambiguous assignments and create deliverables to support business results
Ability to prioritize numerous multi-tasking requests, discerning between what is important and what is urgent
Exceptional organizational skills
Working Conditions
Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility.
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Travel Requirements
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
NoRepresented/Union Position
NoVisa Sponsored Position
NoPosting Expiration Date
Monday, October 28, 2024All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.