Sr. Manager, Asset Optimization

RWE•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Asset Optimization, the Sr. Manager, Asset Optimization is responsible for overseeing performance and operational improvement initiatives within the Operations & Asset Management department. This role combines leadership and strategic performance management of the Operations business including influence of multi-disciplinary teams, and promoting a high-performing, collaborative and engaged team culture; delivering continuously improving, data-driven results; implementing innovative best business practices; and driving operational improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum 8 years of experience in Asset Optimization, Operations, or a related field
Strong leadership experience with demonstrated ability to manage and motivate teams
Minimum 2 years of supervisory and managerial experience; demonstrated leadership skills with solid track record of accountability and delivery of results
Strong working knowledge of budgeting, project management, and cost management tools, processes and software
Proven ability to lead, develop and provide training, feedback, performance management, coaching and mentoring to others
Strategic and analytical thinking
Proficiency in analyzing operational and financial data to inform decision-making
Demonstrates the ability to effectively enlist and energize stakeholders in a shared vision and to direct, align and inspire the actions of others in bringing about transformational change; builds strong and effective relationships with all stakeholders through exceptional communications, personal leadership and commitment to the success of the department and the organization
Safety – Promotes safety for all at all times
Leadership – Demonstrates the ability to effectively build credibility with internal and external customers; ability to direct, align and inspire the actions of others in bringing about transformational growth and a high-performing team culture
Commitment to Results – A systems thinker who is customer-focused and goal-driven, action-oriented and innovative; translates broad goals into achievable steps; anticipates, solves problems and takes advantage of opportunities; a self-starter and team-player
Interpersonal Skills – Builds strong and effective relationships with all stakeholders through effective communications, personal leadership and demonstrated commitment to the success of the organization
Flexibility – Able to quickly make the necessary plan adjustments to respond to changing internal and external business conditions: for example, changing customer needs, competitors, shifting internal goals, functional misalignments, etc.
Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Responsibilities

Drive Operational Improvement Initiatives: Ensure effective initiative identification, business case validation, and prioritization with O&M/Asset Management stakeholders and relevant business partners (considering relative value at stake and ease of implementation). Collaborate effectively with initiative sponsors/owners developing and utilizing status tracking accountability toolkits and stewardship mechanisms. Steward overall initiative tracking to ensure implementation planning, execution, and bottom-line value capture are on-track or escalated for appropriate intervention as needed to meet targets.
Performance Monitoring: Establish and enhance KPIs and dashboards to monitor and drive data-informed decisions that influence asset health, reliability, and efficiency. Conduct detailed analysis of operational data to identify trends and prioritize areas for improvement.
Team Development: Contribute to the development of a high-performing asset optimization team. Provide mentorship and development opportunities to staff across the organization, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams including Finance, Operations, Asset Management, Engineering as well as capital project and other support functions to ensure data-driven decisions.