Director of Asset Management
- Posted 02 April 2025
- Salary Competitive Salary (DOE)
- LocationHouston
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
- ReferenceSM-4189761369
Job description
We are looking for a Director of Asset Management who will drive all efforts associated with the Asset Management function, operating within a challenging ecosystem that necessitates close coordination with many internal and external shareholders. The Director of Asset Management will have a team of Asset Managers that coordinate and support the commercial and contractual elements associated with maximizing operational efficiency and revenue for all our operating assets.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage business plans around Asset Management functions that coordinate closely with the internal teams such as Field Services, Engineering and Performance and Operational Technology, and 3rd Party Operation & Maintenance contractors, to maximize operational efficiency & revenue for all operational Projects.
Continue to optimize asset performance to meet commercial contracts and maximize profitability in merchant markets
Responsible for development and management of project annuals budgets, third party service contracts, invoice tracking and approval
Develop monthly financial reports for lenders working with Finance and Accounting departments
Develop, track and report on Asset Operations and Performance Key Performance Indicators
Supporting procurement activities associated with Asset Management, Operation & Maintenance and Operational Technology functions.
Develop requirements and maintain inventories for all projects
Track warranty claims and ensure processes in place to minimize time to repair
Building relationships and set expectations with key third party Asset Management, Operation & Maintenance and Energy Management service providers
Establish the procedure for the team in the role of 'Incident Response Manager' during real time events
Work with internal and external stakeholders to plan and schedule maintenance and testing activities, and minimize impact to plant availability
Standardize and document Standard Operating Procedures and processes for Asset Management and incorporate lessons learned
Drive regulatory compliance in coordination with legal and other teams
Manage developments and changes to reliability standards, market protocols and other rules that may affect the operation or development of assets
Support Development, Engineering and Origination in the due diligence, development, contracting, bid submittals, commissioning and operations of new projects.
Qualifications
15+ years of experience in Asset Management, with a solid understanding of Contracts, Operation & Maintenance, Performance Engineering and Energy Management, particularly within the power infrastructure and renewable energy sectors
At least 8 years of leadership experience in managing teams, budgets, and strategic initiatives
Extensive experience operating assets with various revenue structures (Tolling agreements, Merchant, etc.)
Commercial experience and in-depth knowledge and involvement with power purchase agreements, tax equity agreements and other standard and non-standard contract terms
Experience managing operating generation facilities including but not limited to responsibility for regulatory and safety requirements
Extensive knowledge of and established relationships with service providers and industry leaders delivering these services on a national scale
Proactive and results-oriented approach to leadership and asset management
Demonstrated success in building cross-functional partnerships and leading teams through complex projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams, drive collaboration, and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Ability to negotiate and manage external vendor and partner relationships effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Creative independent thinker: demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse team
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members who are geographically dispersed
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools and applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to travel up to 20%