About CGC
CGC is a nonprofit investment firm that finances and originates clean energy, water, and resilient infrastructure projects to accelerate clean air, clean water, and affordable energy for communities across America.
We collaborate with the public and private sectors to bridge financing gaps and mobilize private capital into projects that deliver measurable economic and environmental impact at scale. Every dollar we invest is structured to multiply, generating durable returns for people, markets, and the environment.
Over the past decade, CGC has demonstrated the power of public-private investment by helping catalyze economic accelerators nationwide and mobilizing billions of dollars toward affordable clean energy and resilient infrastructure. Our model fills market gaps, unlocks private capital, and proves that economic growth and environmental progress can advance together.
A Career at CGC
A career at the CGC is grounded in impact. Our six core values guide how we invest and how we work together.
Innovation drives creative solutions and continuous improvement.
Mission-Driven Focus keeps long-term impact at the center of every decision.
Partnership shapes how we mobilize capital and build trust-based relationships.
Accountability defines our stewardship and commitment to results.
Collaboration strengthens cross-functional teamwork and shared responsibility.
Transparency ensures open communication and integrity in how we operate.
Our culture is fast-paced, rigorous, and purpose-driven. If you are motivated by solving complex challenges, building new markets, and delivering measurable impact within a collaborative team, CGC offers a platform to do that work with purpose.
Position Summary
This role offers the opportunity to originate, structure, execute, and manage investments that accelerate clean energy deployment and sustainable infrastructure development across the United States. As a member of the Investments team, you will work with developers, sponsors, lenders, investors, and public-sector partners to mobilize private capital into climate-aligned sectors. Investments primarily include infrastructure and asset-backed debt transactions, as well as select equity investments.
Key Responsibilities
Investment Origination & Business Development
- Develop relationships with sponsors, developers, borrowers, co-investors, and capital providers.
- Source, evaluate, and advance investment opportunities in clean energy, transportation, and sustainable infrastructure.
- Support the development of innovative financing structures that expand access to capital and drive market growth.
Transaction Execution
- Lead transaction screening, underwriting, due diligence, and structuring activities.
- Prepare financial models, term sheets, investment memoranda, and investment committee presentations.
- Manage negotiations, transaction execution, and closing processes.
- Coordinate third-party advisors and internal stakeholders throughout the investment lifecycle.
Portfolio Management
- Monitor portfolio performance and support asset management activities.
- Lead portfolio reviews, reporting, and investment performance assessments.
- Partner with Risk, Legal, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure effective portfolio oversight and compliance.
Leadership & Team Development
- Mentor and develop Associates and Analysts.
- Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing culture focused on excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
- Significant transaction experience in project finance, infrastructure finance, structured finance, private credit, asset-backed lending, investment banking, project development, or related fields.
- Strong financial modeling, underwriting, credit analysis, communication, and transaction management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex transactions from origination through closing and manage multiple workstreams.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and an ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholders.
- Experience mentoring junior professionals and contributing to team development.
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA, CFA, or other advanced professional designation.
- Experience in clean energy, infrastructure, transportation, or climate-focused investments.
- Experience with public-private partnerships, green banks, impact investing, or mission-driven investment organizations.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is $250,000 - $305,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and overall qualifications. This role is eligible for bonus or incentive compensation.
CGC offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a flexible hybrid work environment.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. CGC does not currently sponsor employment visas and is unable to support work authorization that is time-limited or employer-restricted.
CGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace and advancing equitable economic and environmental outcomes nationwide.
We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.