VP, Asset Management & Operations

RWE; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 174,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC seeks a Vice President of Operations & Asset Management to lead operational strategy, asset performance, and portfolio value creation for a growing natural-gas-fired generation business across North America. You will lead a lean team and coordinate with engineering, project development, construction, finance, and regulatory functions to drive reliability and profitability.

The role requires extensive power-generation operations experience, strong governance capabilities in

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in power generation operations or asset management.
• Strong leadership of multi-site operations or large power portfolios.
• Experience with regulatory frameworks (FERC, NERC, ISOs/RTOs).
• Experience with budgets, capital planning, and KPIs.
• M&A due diligence and post-acquisition integration experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational strategy for a growing natural-gas-fired generation portfolio.
• Oversee asset performance, reliability, and safety across assets.
• Develop operating models, processes, and systems to scale asset management.
• Drive data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Development, Construction, and Commercial teams through handoffs from concept to COD.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory awareness

Financial performance management

M&A due diligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

MBA or advanced engineering degree preferred

Tools

Asset management systems

Data analytics

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area:

Business Development; Operations & Maintenance

Remuneration:

Exempt

Vice President of Operations & Asset Management

will serve as the senior leader responsible for operational strategy, asset performance, and portfolio value creation for a growing natural-gas-fired generation business. This business unit is in an expansion phase—actively developing new power plants and evaluating existing assets across North America. This VP will lead a lean, high-impact team with broad cross-functional influence in engineering, project development, construction, commercial operations, finance, and regulatory. The executive will ensure operational excellence, optimize financial performance, and oversee the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of all generation assets, from greenfield development through commissioning and long-term operations.

Role Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Business Growth
  • Lead a small direct team while influencing a broad network of cross‑functional contributors, including engineering, commercial operations, HSE, procurement, finance, and regulatory affairs
  • Build a high‑performing culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
  • Develop and execute the operational strategy for a growing portfolio of natural-gas-fired generation assets, including new builds and acquisitions
  • Establish the operating model, processes, and systems required to scale a high‑performing asset management and operations function
  • Provide operational due diligence, value assessments, and integration planning for asset acquisitions
  • Partner with Development, Construction, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless handoffs from concept through COD and into steady‑state operations
  • Represent the Operations & Asset Management organization with executive leadership, investors, external partners, and regulatory bodies
• Asset Management & Portfolio Optimization
  • Own the financial and operational performance of the asset portfolio, including revenue optimization, cost discipline, and long‑term value maximization
  • Implement asset management systems and tools that support data‑driven decision‑making and operational transparency
  • Lead the development and execution of annual business plans, O&M strategies, performance forecasts, and long‑term capital plans
  • Ensure all assets are managed in alignment with budget, internal controls, contractual obligations, and market expectations
  • Drive performance improvements using data, analytics, benchmarking, and continuous‑improvement methodologies
• Operations Leadership
  • Oversee safe, reliable, efficient operations across all flexible generation assets
  • Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all HSE policies, NERC/ERCOT/ISO requirements, environmental permits, and regulatory standards
  • Manage operational readiness, commissioning oversight, and transition‑to‑operations for newly developed facilities
  • Optimize maintenance strategies (preventive, predictive, and corrective) to maximize availability and minimize forced outages
• Commercial & Contract Management
  • Oversee key commercial and contractual arrangements across the asset portfolio, including fuel supply, O&M contracts, LTSA agreements, and commercial obligations in partnership with the Commercial Optimization functions
  • Support bid strategies, PPA negotiations, and risk assessments in collaboration with Commercial Optimization and Legal teams
  • Monitor market conditions, regulatory changes, and commercial opportunities to inform asset strategy

Job Requirements and Experience:

• Minimum 12 years of experience in power generation operations, asset management, or heavy‑industrial energy operations; significant natural‑gas‑fired generation experience required
• Demonstrated leadership of multi‑site operations or large‑scale power portfolios
• Proven ability to build and scale asset management or operations processes in a growth‑phase or transformational environment
• Strong understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., FERC, NERC, regional ISOs/RTOs)
• Experience managing financial performance, budgets, capital planning, and operational KPIs
• Hands‑on experience with contract negotiation and management (e.g., O&M, LTSA, fuel, EPC)
• Ability to lead through influence, manage indirect cross‑functional teams, and collaborate across a matrixed organization
• Experience with M&A due diligence and post‑acquisition integration
• Background in both operating assets and supporting greenfield project development
• Familiarity with asset optimization strategies for merchant or partially merchant gas portfolios
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Economics, or related field required. Advanced degree (MBA or engineering discipline) preferred
• Mobility: Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range:

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $174,000 - $280,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays

Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE's 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.