Senior Director, Asset Management - Battery Storage

Summary

Join Plus Power, a leader in energy storage, as their Senior Director of Asset Management. You will drive all aspects of the Asset Management function, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to maximize operational efficiency and revenue for operating assets. This role requires 10+ years of experience in asset management within the power infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, including leadership experience and expertise in various revenue structures. You will manage budgets, develop financial reports, and ensure regulatory compliance. Plus Power offers a highly competitive compensation package, flexible work arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits program, including unlimited vacation and educational assistance.

Requirements

• 10+ 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 5 years of leadership experience in managing teams, budgets, and strategic initiatives
• Extensive experience operating assets with various revenue structure (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%

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 Plus Power 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 at Plus Power
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity/experience with battery energy storage system is preferred but not required

Benefits

• Highly competitive total compensation from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners and operators
• Flexible, work from home or hybrid work from Plus Power’s offices in San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, Seattle, and Palm Beach
• The expected salary range* for this position begins at $225,000
• This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program
• Plus Power offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program
• Unlimited vacation
• Flexible remote work
• Work from home stipend
• Educational assistance
• Parental leave
• And a highly engaging company culture with opportunities for in-person connection and learning and growth