Senior Manager, Asset Management

Clearway Energy Group; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearway Energy Group is looking for a Senior Manager in Denver, Colorado, responsible for the commercial management of substantial utility-scale wind and solar energy projects across various states. This role involves maximizing asset value, managing P&L, and overseeing project compliance.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in the energy sector and hold a relevant degree. Clearway values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of energy industry experience in project development or administration.
• Proficiency in financial analyses and project evaluation.
• Strong business acumen to meet financial targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage P&L and cash position for generating assets.
• Ensure compliance and reporting on project obligations.
• Support project integration with business development and finance teams.

Skills

Project management

Financial analysis

Strong communication

Team leadership

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

What The Role Is

Reporting to the Director, Asset Management, the Senior Manager will serve as a member of a team responsible for the commercial management of more than 4,000 MW of utility‑scale wind and solar power projects located across 16 states. The Senior Manager will maximize the value of existing assets, play a key role in growth initiatives, and mentor more junior team members.

What You'll Be Doing

P&L Management:

• Manage the P&L and cash position for all generating assets within the assigned portfolio.
• Review monthly operational performance and financial variance reports. Investigate and remedy any variances to the budget.
• Review gross margin performance and work with the energy data analytics group to explain variances due to market conditions and to develop strategies to maximize value.
• Develop annual project budgets and update monthly accrual and cash forecasts and financial models as needed.
• Perform financial analyses, project evaluations, and due diligence to make recommendations in support of plant optimization, performance improvement, warranty claims, insurance claims, and revenue recovery.
• Initiate and/or support major projects, divestitures, capital investment, refinances, and revenue enhancement proposals.
• Negotiate and/or amend project company agreements to improve asset performance or mitigate risk.

Project Company Administration, Compliance, & Reporting:

• Ensure all project obligations and interests are successfully administered under project agreements and resolve any contractual issues with counterparties.
• Ensure general business‑related licenses, permits, and regulatory requirements, reporting, and transactions with regional authorities, banks, governing, and other external parties are successfully managed.
• Serve as a main point of contact with PUCs, ISOs, city, county, and state authorities and governing boards with respect to assigned assets.
• Manage monthly lost output and guaranteed energy production status per applicable offtake requirements.
• Monitor and administer renewable energy credit obligations under various offtake contracts.
• Prepare reports and presentations for project stakeholders as required.

Project Integration:

• Support the development of information sharing platforms and work management systems, including populating such systems with historical records and archiving of documents.
• Interface with business development, finance, and construction management teams to ensure smooth transition of projects into commercial operation.

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years of energy industry experience in project development, project administration, business administration, project management, asset management, contract administration, deal execution, project finance, or other commercial roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• Strong business and financial savvy with the ability to support a high‑performance organization that will deliver operational excellence and meet or exceed financial targets.
• Ability to perform well under pressure on teams in a demanding environment, and occasionally work extended hours to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to think creatively, manage competing priorities, work independently, and pay attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Self‑motivated, highly organized, and detail‑oriented.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

What Would Be Nice

• MBA is highly desirable.
• Experience working in the renewable energy industry is highly desirable.
• Business analytic skills are highly desirable.

Clearway will not sponsor non‑immigrant visas for this position (H‑1B, TN, E‑3, etc.).

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Salary range: $145,000 — $180,000 USD.

Clearway Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. For more information about accommodations, contact [e-mail].