Energy Contract Manager

Hawaii Association of Environmental Professionals; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii Association of Environmental Professionals is seeking a senior Energy Contract Manager to oversee development, evaluation, negotiation, and administration of power purchase agreements across Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui County.

You will lead negotiations with Independent Power Producers and other stakeholders, coordinate with engineers and legal teams, and direct community engagement and public meetings to support the organization's objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering or business.
• Renewable energy knowledge and utility-scale applications.
• Project management fundamentals.
• Familiarity with regulatory laws (PUC, environmental, state and federal).
• Contract terms and conditions knowledge.
• Proficient in computers and office software.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, evaluation, negotiation, and administration of energy power purchase agreements.
• Serve as lead negotiator for the Company.
• Coordinate with independent power producers and facilities across islands.
• Manage stakeholder contacts and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Assist with community engagement and public meetings.
• Collaborate with technical experts on planning, design, and operations.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Manages the functions and activities for the development, evaluation, negotiation and administration of energy power purchase agreements under the Energy Contract Management Department. This includes: Competitive Bidding, Feed in Tariff, Bilateral Negotiations, etc. for Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui County. Manages policies with currently contracted Independent Power Producers, Cogenerators, and Qualifying Facilities for Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui County. Serves as the team lead for multi-disciplinary groups for the development of and in the evaluation and negotiation of Energy purchase proposals. Functions as the lead negotiator for the Company.

Proposes facilities, personnel, and funds required to carry out programs which are directly related with, and directed toward, fulfillment of overall organization objectives. Initiates and maintains contacts with key stakeholders (e.g., project managers, lawyers, accountants, and officials) from inside/outside of the Company in the interest of joint problem solving, coordination, and keeping up with accurate and effective execution of power purchase agreements. Collaborates with technical subject matter experts on technical issues, which require the integration of knowledge and expertise in all areas of power system planning, design, and operations. Assists with community engagement and public meetings.

Requirements

Knowledge Requirements

Working knowledge of engineering and/or business principles and theories normally acquired through a college level curriculum resulting in a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Working knowledge of Renewable Energy technologies, both commercial and emerging, and their Utility scale applications.

Working knowledge of project management fundamentals.

Working knowledge of PUC, environmental, and state and federal laws and regulations as related to the implementation of renewable energy projects.

Working knowledge of commonly used terms and conditions of contracts and the elements of a contract.

Thorough knowledge of personal computers, cloud-based and/or related software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and project management.

Skills Requirements

Motivated self-starter with the ability and drive to successfully manage multiple projects with competing priorities in a timely and effective manner with minimal day-to-day direction required.

Strong written skills, including clear, comprehensive, and succinct communications for a wide variety of internal and external audiences.

Demonstrated leadership and collaborative skills including effective written, oral, listening, and presentation, platform communication, and conflict resolution skills; the ability to use tact, courtesy, and discretion while working effectively with a variety of individuals, dealing with sensitive, difficult or confrontational issues; demonstrated willingness and ability to train team members.

Strong negotiating, influencing, and persuading techniques; ability to handle confidential information.

Demonstrated and creative negotiation skills in complex technical and financial energy generation projects.

Demonstrated extensive analytical and administrative skills required for such tasks as preparing, monitoring and analyzing forecasts, carrying out company/department policies and procedures.

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 statedin 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 of 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.

Multiple (5-7) years of experience or demonstrated ability with computers, information systems, and software applications such as MS Project and Excel.

Several (3-5) years of analytical experience or demonstrated ability preferably with data and/or projects in renewable energy, data processing, legal, engineering, or similar field.

About the Company

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. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com .