Fervo Energy develops and operates next-generation geothermal power projects that produce continuous, low-carbon electricity by tapping heat from deep beneath the Earth’s surface. Backed by Activate Venture Partners.
About the role
Serve as a direct extension of the VP of Operations, representing the leader in forums they cannot attend and driving workstreams that require senior coverage Engage with full authority and accountability to make decisions on the leader’s behalf, keeping the full portfolio aligned, moving, and decision-ready Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (non-engineers will be considered if relevant experience can be demonstrated)
- 10+ years of experience in an engineering, finance, consulting, data science or operations role — preferably in the energy, oil & gas, or industrial sector
- Demonstrated experience with project financial tracking: AFEs, budgets, change orders, vendor cost reconciliation, accruals, and variance analysis
- Strong fluency reading and synthesizing engineering and construction documentation — P&IDs, schedules, drawings, vendor scope packages, commissioning procedures
- Track record building executive-grade deliverables (PowerPoint, Excel models, written briefings) under tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to engage credibly with senior executives and field personnel alike
More about this role
Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.
The Chief of Staff to the VP of Operations will serve as a direct extension of the VP across Fervo’s Operations organization — spanning Operations Engineering, O&M, Production Engineering, and Commissioning — with accountability for keeping the full portfolio aligned, moving, and decision-ready. You...
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