Energy Contract Manager (Procurement)

Hawaii Association of Environmental Professionals; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaiian Electric Companies seeks a seasoned professional to manage the development, evaluation, negotiation, and administration of energy power purchase agreements within the Energy Procurement Department. You will lead complex negotiations with Independent Power Producers and others to meet Hawaii’s energy objectives.

Ideal candidates bring 5–7 years in power system planning, contract negotiation, and energy project management, with strong analytical and leadership skills to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering or business.
• Working knowledge of Renewable Energy technologies and their utility-scale applications.
• Working knowledge of project management fundamentals.
• Familiarity with contract terms and the elements of a contract.
• Proficiency with common software including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, evaluation, negotiation, and administration of energy PPA efforts.
• Negotiate and manage energy purchase proposals with stakeholders.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and act as lead negotiator for the company.
• Engage with public and private partners; monitor regulatory developments.
• Provide analysis and guidance on technical, legal, and financial aspects of projects.

Skills

Energy procurement

Leadership

Negotiation

Project management

Renewable energy

Communication

Contract knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

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 Procurement Department. This includes: Competitive Bidding, Feed in Tariff, Bi-lateral Negotiations, and managing policies with contracted Independent Power Producers, Cogenerators, and Qualifying Facilities for Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric, and Hawaii Electric Light. Team Lead for multi-disciplinary groups for the development, 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 to 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 technical, social, political, legal, and regulatory developments. Makes recommendations 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.

Knowledge 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.

Working 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 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, verbal, listening, and presentation, platform communication, and skills/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 .