VP, Asset Management

RWE•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

RWE Americas' Asset Management department is accountable for the commercial success of a 13+ GW portfolio of renewable energy assets including wind, solar, and battery storage, located throughout North America. Through close collaboration with Operations & Maintenance, Engineering and various Financial stakeholders, the team drives tactical and strategic initiatives optimizing the performance of all assets. The VP, Asset Management will be responsible for a portfolio spanning California, Nevada and Arizona and comprised of 50 solar and storage assets (~4GWs) with multiple Asset Managers reporting directly to the position.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics or related field required
Minimum 15 years’ experience managing large-scale commercial assets in the renewable energy sector (solar, wind, battery storage)
At least 5 yrs in a senior leadership role, leading a team and/or business function
Deep understanding of energy market dynamics, SCADA systems, data analytics tools and multi-technology portfolios
Commercial acumen and experience with PPA compliance and financial modeling
Industry thought-leader with authoritative knowledge of asset management trends, market dynamics, and regulatory impacts
Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships
Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines
Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business and financial concepts
This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations
Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time
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.

Nice To Haves

Masters degree or advanced degree in related field preferred

Responsibilities

Sets the vision, culture, and strategic roadmap for Asset Management across the West region (AZ, CA, NV)
Serves as the key executive responsible for the commercial success of the regional operating fleet
Aligns regional asset management with company-wide objectives including ESG goals, capital planning, and risk posture
Oversees budget planning and strategic resource allocation for asset management and related cross-functional initiatives
Drives innovation in data systems, predictive analytics, and lifecycle planning to enhance long-term performance
Represents the business externally with partners, regulators, and the Board on asset strategy, operations, and performance
Fosters a high-performance culture, mentoring and developing leaders and advancing organizational capabilities
Shapes company-wide strategy for portfolio performance, aligning asset performance with corporate growth and investment strategies
Sets enterprise risk management approach for asset portfolio
Serves as departmental expert voice in executive-level discussions, investor meetings, and policy engagement
Shapes public and industry perception of company asset strategy
Leads Asset Management for RWE Americas’ West region portfolio
Accountable for full operating fleet’s commercial and operational performance
Builds and sustains strategic relationships with regulators, utilities, and strategic partners in the region
Represents company in senior-level regulatory and market forums

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.