Manager, Energy Contract Management - Oahu

Manager, Energy Contract Management - Oahu

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The P IC ENERGY CONTRACT MANAGEMENT Department of the P RENEWABLE ACQUISITION Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role : Manager Supervisor)

Manages, coordinates, and directs the activities of the Energy Contract Management Department of the Renewable Acquisition Division, in coordination with other Department Managers. Oversees special projects when the Division is asked to assist with new company initiatives. Manages the negotiation and administration of energy contracts and / or policies with Independent Power Producers, Cogenerators, and Qualifying Facilities for HECO, MECO and HELCO. Serves as co-advisor, in coordination with the other Department Managers, to the Department Director and other directors and executives at HECO, MECO, and HELCO for policies and strategies pertaining to power purchase contract management, and other related activities. Develops and implements policies and processes to efficiently manage contracts for electrical energy and ancillary services, working in direct collaboration with other key areas of the Company including Engineering, Planning & Technology, Legal, Power Supply, System Operations, Corporate Planning, Regulatory, Energy Contract Administration, and Energy Procurement.

Conceives, plans, develops, coordinates, and directs the management of the Company's various energy contracts. Coaches and mentors Energy Contract Managers. Provides external and internal planning and communications strategy development and leadership related to energy contract management issues and processes. Evaluates and approves large complex or critical energy contract negotiation and administrative matters and / or policies with Independent Power Producers, Cogenerators, and Qualifying Facilities for HECO and its subsidiaries. Serves as expert advisor to senior management and expert on contract management issues. Develops strategy, negotiates new energy contracts, and renegotiates existing energy contracts in advance of expiration. Reviews avoided costs computations, performance criteria studies, interconnection requirements studies, and recommends contract terms related to energy contract proposals.

Provides guidance and support for functions related to power purchase negotiation including : (1) ensuring consistent interpretation, strict compliance, and proper administration of all power purchase agreements; (2) justifying terms and conditions of power purchase agreements to include capacity charges, energy charges, penalties / incentives, and methodologies of payment; (3) directing liaison activities with independent power producers on operational matters; and (4) negotiating amendments and extensions to agreements.

Develops and implements processes and policies concerning management of the Company's energy contracts and continuously reviews for efficiency and consistency with Company goals and objectives. Oversees development of new initiatives and policy research for such initiatives. Works closely with the System Operations, Planning & Technology, and Power Supply Divisions to optimize processes and the use of internal staff and external resources.

Provides leadership to the Energy Contract Management Department. Develops, implements and administers policies and procedures to support Department's mission and departmental and corporate goals and strategies. Supervises and administers Department personnel matters including performance appraisals, interviews, and employee guidance, recognition, and support. Ensures sufficient trained staff and resources are made available to effectively meet division, department, and corporate objectives. Leads and supports staff in their professional development, and encourages a culture of high performance, teamwork, proactive communications, and initiative. Develops internal goals and metrics and regularly communicates with staff and management on progress towards goals. Provides technical assistance to other divisions, subsidiaries, and consultants. Serves on major task forces and standing committees. Substitutes for Renewable Acquisition Director in his / her absence. Serves as backup and resource to the Energy Procurement Division for procurement of power purchase contracts and Energy Contract Administration for transactional administration of all contracts.

Creates, develops, directs, and / or delivers planning / engineering-type expert testimony, responses to information requests, presentations, and other assignments supporting energy contract management matters before various external agencies such as the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and the Hawaii State Legislature.

Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

Knowledge Requirements :

Thorough knowledge of engineering, business, accounting, and / or finance principles and theories normally acquired through graduate level college coursework and / or equivalent experience. Thorough understanding of the Hawaii electric utility industry, particularly the operation of the power generation, transmission, and distribution systems of the HECO Companies. Thorough understanding of the energy policy goals and objectives of the HECO Companies, the State of Hawaii, and other key external stakeholders. Thorough understanding of federal and state electric utility regulatory frameworks, especially Hawaii Public Utilities Commission policies and procedures. Thorough understanding of the HECO Companies' tariffs and programs pertaining to the purchase of power and ancillary services, interconnection of generators, competitive bidding, and mechanisms for utility cost recovery. Strong knowledge of utility generation resource planning and transmission planning methodologies. Strong understanding of generation interconnection considerations and constraints. Strong knowledge of the development of independent power generation projects, including financing, alternative business models, permitting, design, construction, operations and maintenance. Strong knowledge about current state / national / international market conditions, including financial models and accounting treatment, for renewable energy project development. Strong knowledge of Renewable Energy technologies, both commercial and emerging, and their Utility scale applications. Working understanding of their performance attributes, costs, and grid integration issues. Strong knowledge of utility economic analysis and accounting methods including, but not limited to, avoided cost calculations, derivation of financial parameters, calculation of revenue requirements, and the ability to perform various economic analyses. Strong understanding of ancillary services, methods for valuation of such services, and the functioning of ancillary services markets. Working knowledge of non-wires alternatives. Working knowledge of environmental, and state and federal laws and regulations as related to the implementation of renewable energy projects. Working knowledge of budgeting / forecast process. Working knowledge of personal computers and / or mainframe systems, and related software applications to include word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and data bases.

Skills Requirements :

Demonstrated supervisory / leadership skills including excellent written, oral, listening, and presentation / platform communication skills / conflict resolution skills; the ability to use tact, courtesy, and discretion while working effectively with a variety of individuals, occasionally dealing with sensitive, difficult or confrontational issues; the willingness and ability to train. Strong negotiating, influencing, and persuading techniques. Demonstrated and creative negotiation skills in complex technical and financial renewable energy generation projects. Demonstrated extensive analytical and administrative skills required for such tasks as preparing, monitoring and analyzing forecasts; preparing performance appraisals and conducting interviews; carrying out company / department policies and procedures. Analytical, organizational, and conceptual skills to handle various complex ideas, projects, and programs. Demonstrated strong Project Management proficiency by utilizing analytical, organizational, and conceptual skills to handle various complex ideas, projects, and programs. Demonstrated ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities. Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.

Experience Requirements :

Minimum 5-7 years experience in one or more of the following : power system planning, design, or operations; requests for proposals development and implementation; contract negotiation, evaluation, and administration; transactional legal experience, or business development; minimum of 3 years experience in evaluating and / or negotiating power purchase agreements preferred. Minimum 3 years experience in a supervisory position preferred. State of Hawaii Professional Engineer License in relevant discipline, preferred. Experience in preparing and providing testimony before public agencies, or at governmental or public meetings is highly desirable. Experience in preparing and providing testimony in a regulatory proceeding of the PUC.

Role : Manager Supervisor Number of Vacancies : 1 Location : Honolulu Oahu Hiring Range : The hiring range for the Manager, Energy Contract Management position is $120,600.00 to $156,700.00. The person selected will be placed according to his / her skills and qualifications. About Hawaiian Electric Companies Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs. The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come.

EEO StatementHawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.