Remote California Location

The Senior Commercial Asset Manager is responsible for optimizing the financial and operational performance of the a large combined-cycle, natural gas-fired facility located in California. This role combines commercial leadership and financial acumen to ensure safe, efficient and profitable operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the California energy markets.

Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the commercial management of the facility as the single point of contact, including formulating and implementing the daily CAISO bidding strategy with the external Scheduling Coordinator and the daily fuel and transportation strategy.
• Provide strategic leadership in identifying and implementing strategies to enhance the efficiency and profitability of operations, including energy management (power and natural gas); CAISO interface/relationship-settlements; bi-lateral contracting & hedging; commodity risk management; and emissions.
• Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and accounting and financial reporting.
• Review and manage commercial contracts to maximize revenue and minimize costs, including capacity, energy, and commodity transactions.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with asset management, including operational, financial, and market risks.
• Prepare and present regular reports on asset performance, financial metrics, and market conditions to senior management.
• Monitor, interface, and ensure compliance with all local, state, and national environmental and other regulatory requirements, including CAISO participation.
Working Relationships: The Senior Commercial Asset Manager will report directly to the Senior Vice President and will collaborate with the on-site plant leadership team and others as needed in the daily operation of the facility.

Experience: Experience in asset management, energy trading or procurement within the energy sector in the California market, with a focus on combined-cycle, natural gas-fired power plants.

Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of California energy markets and regulatory environments.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software/tools (MS Excel, financial analysis software, procurement systems).

If you are interested, contact Calvin Brownholtz @ 916.418.4500 –