Vanguard Renewables is the premier anaerobic digester developer/owner/operator in the United States. Our closed-loop anaerobic digestion process converts organic waste and cow manure into green electricity or renewable natural gas as well as other related “value-added” products. We are headquartered in MA, funded by institutional capital partners, and currently, have 20+ projects operating and in development in over 13 states. We have a plan to aggressively expand into other domestic markets.
We are committed to reducing on-farm and food generated greenhouse gas emissions from waste by as much as 95 percent and recycling organic waste into a powerful source of renewable energy and low-carbon fertilizer. We work alongside farms to manage manure, enhance regenerative agriculture practices, improve soil health, protect watersheds, and support herd wellness. Our Farm Powered Strategic Alliance with major food manufacturers and retailers, dairy organizations, and farms provides a path to decarbonization for our partners and a measurable impact in combating climate change.
We have positions available across all areas of our business and we’d love to hear from you! Submit your resume and area of interest to our Human Resources Team by applying via the button below or emailing careers@cleanenergyinvestmentusa.net.
Why Vanguard Renewables?
to help preserve our planet and mitigate the effects of greenhouse gas emissions
to be part of a growing team in an environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and ingenuity
to change the way the world views waste and how each of us powers our lives
to have a measurable impact on renewable energy, food waste, and recycling infrastructures
- Healthcare, vision, and wellness benefits
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Phone expense reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
As of February 1, 2023, the COVID-19 Vaccine is preferred but not mandatory for all Vanguard Renewables employees.
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Accounting & Finance
Responsibilities
- Collaborating with the project manager to develop a detailed, cost-effective budget for the project.
- Performing accounting duties throughout the project, such as, but not limited to preparing invoices, estimating cash flow, and signing off on purchase orders.
- Analyzing all transactions and working unforeseen costs into the budget.
- Keeping a record of all project finances for internal/external auditing and tax purposes.
- Preparing cost analyses by interpreting projects’ financial data and information.
- Reporting any financial risks and budgetary discrepancies to management for review.
- Researching market trends and projecting construction and operations related price increases/decreases.
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Keeping abreast with both the construction and accounting industry.
- Consistent and on-time attendance
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, public accounting experience;
- 3+ years of relevant accounting experience;
- Significant AP and AR experience; significant experience with billings and accruals;
- Experience in private or public accounting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong analytical and technical skills;
- Positive attitude with a high level of integrity and dependability;
- Results oriented with an ability to work under tight timelines and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency;
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial procedures.
- Familiarity with accounting software, such as QuickBooks and Oracle Fusion – NetSuite.
- History of taking a cognitive approach to improving and implementing efficient and effective processes and procedures;
- Operational accounting experience;
- A certification in construction accounting is preferred.
- Working knowledge of the construction industry.
- Solid analytical and mathematical skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Construction
Construction Associates maintain a 50% travel schedule.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Management of General Contractor.
- Supports the development of project document control programs.
- Supports Submittal, RFI & Drawing Management processes.
- Supports in the development and maintenance of the project Master Schedule.
- Supports development and management of the 3-week look ahead
- Assists in activities and resource management
- Work with the construction manager on cost control, cost forecasting, invoicing, and financial management.
- Aids in the development of production tracking programs, trend analysis, and recovery planning.
- Analyze impacts to schedules & cost of recovery/acceleration.
- Work with the General Contractor to review the project financial management program and analyze information for project strategic decisions.
- Risk analysis and reporting.
- Lead negotiations with subcontractor/vendor disputes.
- Analysis of “what-if” scenarios impacts during strategic execution.
- Support in project pre-planning.
- Oversee project completion milestone progress.
- Maintain weekly updates and weekly reports.
- Manage client and lessor relations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience in schedule development, contract compliance, and change management.
- Advanced analytical skills to address problems, identify root causes, and generate potential
- Possess excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in construction means and methods.
- Some experience in project financial setup, tracking, reporting, and management.
- Full production tracking process development, trending, and recovery planning.
- Understanding of procurement process and management.
- Basic understanding of contract language.
- Basic understanding of development and execution of change management process.
- Displays leadership skills.
- Basic ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
- Global awareness of how projects fit into Vanguard Renewables’ greater purpose.
- Ability to develop document control programs.
- Familiar with blueprints and specifications.
- Basic knowledge of estimating, bidding, proposal writing, and contract negotiation to support the Project Manager.
- Understanding of construction equipment and safe operating practices.
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Engineering
Job Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, implement, and test engineering solutions for anaerobic digestion projects.
- Execute and manage the engineering design of anaerobic digestion projects.
- Plan, coordinate, and direct activities in engineering, including research and development.
- Serve as an engineering resource for the Development, Construction, Commissioning, and Operations teams and provide field support as needed.
- Research and develop new processes and designs.
- Research new equipment and vendors.
- Engage with management regularly, reporting on project status, activity, and achievements.
- Communicate and collaborate with internal project stakeholders.
- Coordinate dairy-biogas-RNG-utility scope interfaces between designers, and aid in the reconciliation of scope gaps between designers, vendors, and contractors.
- Collaborate with construction team to allocate engineering resources in support of construction progress, including RFI resolution and drawing revision tracking.
- Other work assignments and special projects as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
- 1-5 years of experience in an engineering or technical project management role.
- Knowledge or experience in project management desired.
- Previous experience with anaerobic digestion is not required.
- Ability to problem-solve and eager to take on new challenges.
- Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team setting.
- Ability to report to the Weston, MA office in a hybrid work environment.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
The Engineering Manager will have overall responsibility for providing direction and oversight of multiple 3rd party design firms on multiple fast-paced development projects, ensuring the effective consolidation of project designs as well as conformance to key schedule deliverables.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and direct activities in engineering, including research and development
- Lead a team to specify, design, analyze, and verify new components and systems
- Develop component suppliers, part quality requirements, and assembly and test procedures
- Lead the design control and processes, as well as resource planning and skills development for their team
- Make detailed resource plans and schedules to reach technical goals, such as the development of new products and designs
- Manage research and development teams that produce new products, processes, designs, or improve existing ones
- Check the technical accuracy and soundness of the work and methods of their staff
- Direct and coordinate the design of equipment and machinery
- Confer with other levels of management on engineering activities
- Consistent and on-time attendance
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline required
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience
- Proven ability to supervise a team
- Ability to travel 40% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
- Be able to propose budgets for projects and programs and determine staff, training, and equipment needs
- Assign people to carry out specific parts of each project
- Supervise the work of employees and set administrative procedures, policies, and standards, such as environmental standards
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Human Resources
As the first point of contact to leadership, the Executive Assistant plays a critical role in maintaining our culture and promoting a welcoming environment, while performing various administrative and clerical duties to support the assigned executives and extended team.
Responsibilities
- Acts as the point of contact among executives, employees, clients, and other external partners
- Manages information flow in a timely and accurate manner
- Manages calendars scheduling for executives
- Formats information for internal and external communication including but not limited to memos, emails, presentations, reports
- Organizes and prepares for meetings, including document preparation and logistics
- Prepares, directs or delivers messages
- Takes minutes during meetings
- Coordinates travel arrangements
- Maintains records and documents for executive(s)
- Partner with others in business support to coordinate office activities and events
- Act as a back up to the office manager by keeping up with office supply inventory
- Perform clerical tasks such as handle incoming emails and calls, sorting and sending mail, and organizing common areas
- On-time and consistent attendance
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Consistent and on-time attendance
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2+ years of administrative and/or executive assistant experience
- Ability to work on-site as needed and up to 5 days/week
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other related software
Preferred Qualifications
- Great verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively
- Excellent time management customer service
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods on a computer
- Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Legal
The Procurement Contract Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of procurement contracts within the organization. This includes developing and negotiating contracts, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions.
Responsibilities
- Develop, negotiate, and manage procurement contracts across the EPC team.
- Ensure that contracts meet the company’s needs and comply with all laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to develop contract requirements and specifications.
- Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, ensuring that all contract terms are met.
- Monitor supplier performance and manage any issues or disputes that arise.
- Ensure that all procurement activities align with the company’s procurement strategy.
- Monitor compliance with contract terms and conditions, acting as needed to address any non-compliance.
- Prepare and present reports on contract performance and compliance to senior management.
- Keep up to date with changes in laws and regulations that may impact procurement contracts.
- Consistent and on-time attendance
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement contract management or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, law, or a related field.
- Experience with Salesforce
- Strong knowledge of procurement laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and project management skills.
- Occasional travel required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree or certification in procurement or a related field, such as a CPSM, is an asset.
- Experience in the renewable energy industry is a plus.
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
We are seeking a Corporate Risk Manager for the overall responsibility of the Company’s insurance program. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role will lead the overall insurance compliance program for the Company, including ensuring contract compliance for all new contracts, ensure the Ag Construction and Operations business complies and maintains compliance with partner requirements, and establishing and maintaining a comprehensive insurance compliance program for the Organics Construction and Operations business.
Responsibilities
- Plan, direct and evaluate activities regarding Corporate Risk Insurance Programs;
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive insurance compliance system for the Ag and Organics business, including vendor/sub-contractor compliance requirements;
- Purchase, and maintain general insurance protection for the company, including property, public liability, workers compensation, D&O and related exposures;
- Negotiate with brokers and carriers to obtain the most favorable premium and coverage and insurance market selection;
- Oversee the claims management program and review and approve public liability and workers compensation claims settlements;
- Review bids and contract agreements and recommend changes to minimize and protect the company’s liability assumed by contract (this function is particularly vital during new contract negotiations, acquisitions, divestitures and lease renewals);
- Review and recommend expanded insurance programs in line with the growth of the business;
- Develop and monitor a system of equitable allocation of premiums if needed;
- Establish and recommend frameworks to foster risk mitigation with those closest to the incident, resulting in significant savings in worker compensation payouts and premiums;
- Develop and supervise the preparation of detailed financial report (monthly/quarterly) that are utilized by senior management;
- Coordinate, manage and direct the negotiation and coordinate and settlement of property insurance claims on behalf of the Company;
- If applicable, manage state and federal filings, if needed, as respects benefits program and workers compensation program;
- Develop, manage and direct a program concerned with identifying, analyzing and evaluating risks and exposures which could result in substantial losses to the company and take appropriate action to control and minimize the loss potential.
- Supervise and evaluate physical inspections of company-owned property by risk management personnel or outside engineers, to determine their vulnerability to loss or damage;
- Supervise and on-site inspections from insurance carriers
- Coordinate facility recommendations with appropriate operations personnel;
- Develop methods and markets for financing insurance in a cost-effective manner;
- Evaluate performance of brokers and carriers;
- Ensure and maintain continued and proper level of insurance coverage (D&O, liability, property, cyber, pollution, auto, builders risk, etc.);
- Manage Certificate of Insurance requirements;
- Consistent and on-time attendance;
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Associate Risk Management (ARM) and/or Certificate in Property Casualty Underwriter preferred.
- Knowledge of finance, tax, and accounting as it applies to risk management and insurance programs.
- Well developed sense of humor.
- Good analytical skills, excellent communication skills, ability to work independently, and make sound decisions.
- Acute attention to detail and accurate data keeping.
- Ability to prioritize and reprioritize individual and team tasks based on urgency, importance, and due dates.
- Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.
Preferred Qualifications
- Communicates effectively and has strong presentation skills.
- Collaborates well with colleagues using adept social skills.
- Works independently using project management skills.
- Builds strong working relationships and has exceptional leadership skills.
- Learns quickly and has strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Operations
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Biogas Operator performs skilled work that is necessary in operating an anaerobic digester, gas conditioning skid, associated digester and upgrader plant equipment. The facility is composed of a digester, pumps, gas blowers, compressors, oxygen generators, condensers, chillers, and related auxiliary equipment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Adheres to, and has full working knowledge of, the company safety program. Will have limited oversight responsibility for outside maintenance contractors to ensure that they are working in a safe manner. Communicates with all personnel to stress the importance of a safe work environment. Required to isolate equipment following proper Lock-out Tag-Out procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and supports the plant safety, health, and environmental programs in all activities. Contributes to incident investigations to reduce recurrence of accidents/incidents.
- Supports and promotes the philosophy of maintaining an accident/incident free workplace.
- Assist and support outside contractors with maintenance onsite maintenance such as media change-outs, large equipment overhauls, and vacuum removal of solids from digesters.
- Monitor gas production of anaerobic digesters with a focus on O2 and H2S concentration.
- Complete daily rounds of plant equipment and capture fluid temps, pressures, oil levels, gas concentrations, process flows. Check equipment for proper operation looking for excessive vibration, fluid leaks and any conditions needing further attention. Accurately record all plant operational parameters and respond to unsatisfactory trends.
- Operate plant equipment including the pumps, blowers, and other related auxiliary equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendation and established company policy.
- Participate in plant housekeeping programs and material handling safety activities to ensure safe working conditions.
- Participate in the planning and execution of preventative maintenance activities.
- Write work orders on work management software to track repairs and scheduled maintenance
- Assist in writing Standard Operating Procedures and Energy Isolation Procedures
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
- Will be required to regularly lift, move, and/or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Maintenance and operating experience in an industrial or gas processing environment.
- Operational experience may be supplemented with military experience or training in a related field.
- A relevant background in safety procedures/practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Able to quickly respond to rapidly changing conditions.
- Ability to read, write and understand English is required.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data and to make sound recommendations on plant conditions.
- Fundamental proficiency in Windows-based applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) on a PC or tablet required.
Working Conditions
- Work locations are industrial and agricultural, primarily outdoors.
- Limited exposure to hazardous materials and/or toxic fumes will require the use of approved personal protective equipment. Regular exposure to heat, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and other conditions normally encountered in an industrial environment should be expected. Vanguard Renewables will ensure all applicable work rules and safety requirements are closely adhered to.
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Biogas Technician performs skilled work that is necessary in operating an anaerobic digester, gas conditioning skid, associated digester and upgrader plant equipment. The facility is composed of a digester, pumps, gas blowers, compressors, oxygen generators, condensers, chillers, and related auxiliary equipment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Adheres to, and has full working knowledge of, the company safety program. Will have limited oversight responsibility for outside maintenance contractors to ensure that they are working in a safe manner. Communicates with all personnel to stress the importance of a safe work environment. Required to isolate equipment following proper Lock-out Tag-Out procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and supports the plant safety, health, and environmental programs in all activities. Contributes to incident investigations to reduce recurrence of accidents/incidents.
- Supports and promotes the philosophy of maintaining an accident/incident free workplace.
- General Mechanical Duties- including valve replacement, tighten valve packing, minor pipe/flange repairs, disconnect and replace mixer motors on digesters, open and close bolted manway
- Assist and support outside contractors with maintenance onsite maintenance such as media change-outs, large equipment overhauls, and vacuum removal of solids from digesters.
- Monitor gas production of anaerobic digesters with a focus on O2 and H2S concentration.
- Complete daily rounds of plant equipment and capture fluid temps, pressures, oil levels, gas concentrations, process flows. Check equipment for proper operation looking for excessive vibration, fluid leaks and any conditions needing further attention. Accurately record all plant operational parameters and respond to unsatisfactory trends.
- Operate plant equipment including the pumps, blowers, and other related auxiliary equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendation and established company policy.
- Participate in plant housekeeping programs and material handling safety activities to ensure safe working conditions.
- Participate in the planning and execution of preventative maintenance activities.
- Write work orders on work management software to track repairs and scheduled maintenance
- Assist in writing Standard Operating Procedures and Energy Isolation Procedures
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
- Will be required to regularly lift, move, and/or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Relevant maintenance and operating experience in an industrial or gas processing environment is desired.
- Operational experience may be supplemented with military experience or training in a related field.
- A relevant background in safety procedures/practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Able to quickly respond to rapidly changing conditions.
- Ability to read, write and understand English is required.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data and to make sound recommendations on plant conditions.
- Fundamental proficiency in Windows-based applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) on a PC or tablet required.
Working Conditions
- Work locations are industrial and agricultural, primarily outdoors.
- Limited exposure to hazardous materials and/or toxic fumes will require the use of approved personal protective equipment. Regular exposure to heat, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and other conditions normally encountered in an industrial environment should be expected. Vanguard Renewables will ensure all applicable work rules and safety requirements are closely adhered to.
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Organics Recycling Facility (ORF) Operator performs skilled work that is necessary in operating the day-to-day functions of depackaging food waste.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the depackaging of food waste and products brought into the facility
- Assist with managing the daily truck loads
- Communicates with team lead on daily depackaging workflow standards
- Complete daily rounds of equipment and capture process flows
- Accurately record all operational parameters and respond to unsatisfactory trends
- Write work orders on work management software to track repairs and scheduled maintenance
- Assist in creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures
- Supports and promotes the philosophy of maintaining an accident/incident free workplace
- Adheres to, and has full working knowledge of, the company safety program. Will have limited oversight responsibility for outside contractors to ensure that they are working in a safe manner
- Regularly communicates with internal personnel to ensure facility has upmost productivity within capacity limits
- Demonstrates knowledge of and supports the health and safety programs in all activities.
- Assist and supports outside contractors with on-site maintenance
- Participate in plant housekeeping programs and material handling safety activities to ensure safe working conditions
- Participate in the planning and execution of preventative maintenance activities
- Reliable and on-time attendance
- Other duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle is required
- Ability to regularly lift, move, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 50lbs
Preferred Qualifications
- Maintenance and operating experience in an industrial processing environment.
- Operational experience may be supplemented with military experience or training in a related field.
- A relevant background in safety procedures/practices.
- Able to quickly respond to rapidly changing conditions.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data and to make sound recommendations on conditions.
- Fundamental proficiency in Windows-based applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) on a PC or tablet required.
Working Conditions
- Work locations are industrial, indoor and outdoors.
- Limited exposure to hazardous materials and/or toxic fumes will require the use of approved personal protective equipment. Regular exposure to heat, noise, flammable materials, rotating equipment, and other conditions normally encountered in an industrial environment should be expected.
- Vanguard Renewables will ensure all applicable work rules and safety requirements are closely adhered to.
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Procurement
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the overall management, coordination, integration, and execution of the procurement strategy on renewable natural gas projects.
- Evaluate the market for all types of contracts and opportunities.
- Lead contract negotiations with external partners in collaboration with internal Legal, Finance, Accounting, and Engineering.
- Create written proposals for priority opportunities, and drive agreements through to contract execution.
- Streamline procurement processes with vendors and suppliers.
- Lead the financial analysis and business case justification for project opportunities in front of senior leadership.
- Consistent and on-time attendance
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, finance, construction management, or related field.
- Experience with procurement of large equipment purchases (up to $5 million contract value).
- Able to work cross functionally with development, engineering, and construction teams to support procurement on new projects from design through construction.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a project and deliver results against a fast-paced schedule.
- Basic knowledge of data collection and analysis methods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in related fields.
- Extensive experience leading initiatives related to renewable energy generation, energy storage and anaerobic digestion projects in the industry.
- Proven ability to successfully collaborate with senior leadership, suppliers, and customers.
- The ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of U.S. Customs and other government agency documentation and clearance of freight.
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Project Development
Vanguard Renewables seeks a Development Associate to support development finance and project management initiatives. Reporting to the Development Manager and VP of Development, the Development Associate will be engaged in tasks ranging from financial analysis on potential and existing development projects to construction and permitting support.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Maintain complex acquisition and development models for all projects
- Collect and integrate project data and underwriting assumptions, including construction cash flow requirements, operating income and expense projections and financing assumptions for project proformas
- Maintain project budgets and schedules and report on variances
- Prepare reports for senior management on development progress and critical decision points
- Assist in origination, underwriting and due diligence of acquisition and investment transactions
- Assist in management of the development process and interact with venture partner(s) representatives regarding specific project issues.
- Participate in a variety of aspects related to the financing, permitting and programming of digester development projects.
- During all phases of a project, work closely with the Development Manager and other development team members, including accounting, to assist both in the approval of invoices and the development of projected financial summaries.
- Attend weekly team meetings to detail project progress and outline critical issues
- Collaborate with senior leadership on submittals to banking institutions and capital partners for procurement of loans and financing
- Assist in the preparation and ongoing execution of the national business plan for development projects
- Assist Development team in communication with and submittals to governmental jurisdictions on entitlement and zoning-related matters
- Support the development team on current initiatives and new business development
- Work closely with investment team and outside capital partners
- Provide monthly and quarterly reports, each customized for leadership and investors
- Other duties as required, including frequent travel.
Minimum Qualifications
- BA/BS degree required
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a related field
- Comprehensive understanding of real estate development deal structure and lifecycle
Preferred Qualifications
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong analytical and organizational skills
- Strong proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Ability to manage financial models
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
- Commercial real estate underwriting, permitting and project management experience preferred
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Responsibilities
- Manage all development projects and related functions and activities
- Ensure project activities comply with company and contract requirements
- Oversight of day-to-day permitting
- Negotiate definitive agreements and other project related contracts
- Manage all due diligence requirements including preliminary engineering, manure sampling, operating costs, geotech reports, environmental reports, surveys, etc.
- Develop, implement and administer project procedures, budgets and other work controlling documents, including designs, submittals, and schedules,
- Represent company, project and/or department during investor, client and project management meetings
- Maintain development models for each project, including sources & uses of capital and profit & loss projections
- Interface with all company departments as required to resolve problems, ensure quality of engineering and construction, etc. in support of overall project schedule including coordination of field scheduling
- Serve as a mentor to Analysts and Development Associates
- Other duties as may be required and frequent travel is required
- Consistent and on-time attendance
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- BA/BS degree required
- Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a related field
- Ability to travel 50% or more of the time.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
- Self motivated
- Strong experience in design, engineering, permitting, financial analysis and project management preferred
- Experience planning, organizing and coordinating multiple projects at the same time
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Sales & Logistics
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Dispatch & manage of multiple hauling, logistics and end site disposal companies
- Develop routes, schedules and timelines for operational partners
- Interfacing with operations and logistics stakeholders to coordinate services in the field
- Field inbound calls to help service current and prospective customers
- Have a passion for sustainability and proven success at selling at all organizational levels with various interests and stakeholders
Minimum Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience in logistics
- Understanding of trucking and logistics in the waste & recycling industry preferred
- Bachelor of Science (BS) is preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer candidates with recent sustainability, recycling, or organics/food-based industry
- Proven ability to solve complex hauling and logistics problems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be extremely detail-oriented and organized
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google Suite
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Many of the accounts will be utilizing services from our organics recovery program as well as strategic partners throughout North America. This is a role that requires a high level of organization and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. It is a role that will evolve as the organization grows into new markets and acquires new customers. You will be responsible for responding to sales requests, obtaining quotes to support the sales team and general operational support with above average administrative tasks.
Responsibilities
- Managing existing & new customers account setups and quotes
- Generate quotes and onboarding of new suppliers in Vanguard Systems
- Key member of the business operations support team, coordinating field services.
- Documents sales activities and general account management in Salesforce (CRM).
- Manage requests to achieve best in class client support; internal and external.
- Passion for sustainability and extremely well organized.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (BS).
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Preference given to local, New England based candidates.
- Proven ability to manage complex customers relationships.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google Suite.
- Salesforce experience preferred.
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Safety
Responsibilities
- Coach employees on safe work practices and enforce company safety procedures/policies and compliance.
- Perform weekly field safety audits and work with teams to mitigate findings.
- Site Safety Oversight on multiple locations.
- Attend and engage in weekly production meetings and safety meetings.
- Act as the liaison between clients, GC’s, contractors, employees.
- Monitor equipment, PPE and toolbox inspections at required frequency.
- Ensure proper PPE is provided as required for job tasks to include respirators and fit testing.
- Assist with First Aid supply monitoring, injury management and record keeping.
- Assist with maintenance, bumping, and calibration of gas detection equipment.
- Assist with compliance surrounding hot work, confined space entry, fire system/ext. inspections, rigging inspections, tool inspections, equipment inspections, chemical storage etc.
- Assist with incident investigations (root cause analysis) and report outs.
- Control/cost out safety related purchasing of products, PPE, etc.
- Engage in Job Hazard Analysis to encourage better planning and outcomes.
- Monitor sub-contractors and maintenance contractors during capital projects.
- Assist with chemical inventory management and SDS binders.
- Assist with data collecting as needed for air permit compliance.
- Assist with new employee orientations and onboarding.
- Generate reports and inspection documents.
- Monitor SWPPP NPDES Permit Compliance for Stormwater Discharges and Pollution when applicable.
- Develop plans to help the company manage waste and recycling programs.
- Support production, QA/QC, and reliability considerations while keeping safety as the priority.
- Consistent and on-time attendance
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- Self-motivated and passionate
- Strong verbal, people, and computer skills
- 3-5 years HSE experience in construction and or general industry,
- Approachable about improving the safety culture within the company
- Able to work alone or in a team environment
- Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time
- Having certifications in OSHA 500 or 510, OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR/AED, is a plus
What We Offer
- Employer health care, vision, and wellness benefits.
- Annual incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Job Type: Full Time
- Phone Expense Reimbursement
Vanguard Renewables is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.