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Job Title: Associate Asset Manager

As a Renewable Energy Associate Asset Manager, you will play a role in the commercial management of energy projects. You will be responsible for optimizing asset performance, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations, and managing third-party relationships across operations and maintenance (O&M) providers, energy off-takers, lenders, and landowners. You will also help contribute to the due diligence of M&A targets, and onboard new projects as they are acquired. This role requires a deep understanding of energy markets, power purchase agreements (PPAs), insurance, credit management, contract structures, and the regulatory environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Commercial Management: Oversee the day-to-day management of renewable energy assets, ensuring the commercial performance of projects is optimized in line with financial and operational targets.
• Third-Party Relationship Management: Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including O&M providers, energy off-takers, lenders, landowners, and other partners, ensuring alignment with contractual terms and project goals.
• PPA and Contract Management: Manage existing PPAs, including the review and analysis of pricing, terms, and structures. Ensure compliance with the terms of the agreements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including NERC, FERC, and ISO requirements. Work with internal and external legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
• Market Risk & Settlements: Monitor market conditions, assess risk exposure, and work with the trading team to mitigate risks associated with energy pricing, market volatility, and settlements. Oversee energy settlements processes to ensure accuracy.
• Credit Management: Work with credit teams to manage credit and counterparty risk, ensuring that financial obligations are met and working with credit teams to evaluate and mitigate potential risks.
• Insurance Management: Ensure adequate insurance coverage for assets, collaborating with insurance providers and legal teams to address claims, renewals, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Property Tax & Landowner Relations: Manage property tax obligations and landowner relationships, ensuring all contractual obligations and payments are met in a timely manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Finance, Engineering, Environmental Science).
• 2-4 years of experience in renewable energy asset management or energy related field, ideally with exposure to wind, solar, demand response, settlements, or storage projects.
• Proven experience with PPAs, energy markets, and asset optimization.
• Knowledge and experience with REC management.
• Knowledge of energy settlements, credit management, and market risk.
• Familiarity with NERC, FERC, and ISO regulations.
• Experience managing third-party relationships, including O&M providers, off-takers, and lenders.
• Strong understanding of insurance requirements, regulatory compliance, and property tax issues related to renewable energy projects.
• Ability to manage complex contracts and resolve disputes.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Credentials:

• Industry certifications such as CFA, CEM, or PMP.
• Advanced knowledge of energy trading platforms, financial modeling, or asset management software.
• Familiarity with market pricing structures, market settlements, ISO requirements, and renewable energy policy landscape.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement and investment options.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking, and inclusive work environment.

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