Asset Management Associate

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undertaken exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. Role Overview: The Asset Management Associate will support commercial oversight foroperatingand late-development renewable generation assets in the assigned region, typically between 800 and 2,000 MW, and help ensure commercial and governmental obligations are met. The role will support budget planning and tracking, performance oversight, market knowledge development, and execution of the asset management framework across assigned projects. Additionalresponsibilities include supporting the management of commercial relationships with wind, solar, and storage OEMs and O&M service providers, coordinating with internal stakeholders, andassistingwith analyses and issue resolution that improve asset performance and reduce risk exposure. Main responsibilities: Support project profit and loss (P&L) activities for assigned assets by tracking performance,identifyinggaps, and helping develop recommendations to address budget or operational variances. Assistwith the development of project-level annual budgets and longer-term business plans in collaboration with Asset Operations, Finance, and other internal stakeholders. Perform budget analyses, including variance reporting and reforecast support, and provide explanationsregardingfinancial and operational performance compared with budget and targets. Update operational financial estimates on an ongoing basis in collaboration with Operations and Finance. Facilitate service agreements and support contract execution by working with Procurement and Legal. Interface with Operations and Performance Management teams, equipment OEMs, and service providers on routine operational issues and initiatives to improve operational and financial performance and reduce risk exposure. Support commercial efforts toward resolution of significant agreement issues that arise from project operations, including equipment warranties, O&M agreements, leases, PPAs, interconnection agreements, and related contracts. Participatein cross-functional teams to resolve material issues affecting operational projects, coordinating with internalstakeholdersand tracking agreed actions through completion. Support portfolio-level initiatives designed to improve fleet performance by helpingfacilitatesolutions with input from other groups and tracking execution of those solutions. Perform ad hoc analyses of historical and forward-looking asset performance and support the development of business cases and decision-support materials for management. Track and manage obligations and activities to ensure commercial and governmental requirements are met, including key milestones within major agreements such as TSA, warranty, LTSA, O&M, PPA, tax equity, landowner, and interconnection agreements. Contribute to development and refinement of operational and asset management strategies. Support transition activities for new projects moving from construction into operations, including tracking PPA, LGIA, ISO, financing, and other operational readiness requirements. Support Portfolio Management reporting to financing and equity partners by providing commentary, estimates, and insights on asset performance and commercial developments. Work with other Asset Management staff andAccountingpersonnel to ensure reporting obligations are metin a timely manner. Create and develop market knowledge of regional electricity markets and work with Regulatory and Compliance teams asrequired. Communicate with market balancing authorities and reliability entities as needed. Notify relevant staff and help resolve issues when milestones are delinquent or trigger events occur. Collaborate with other staff to ensureappropriate assetmanagement processes and tasks are in place to improve facility performance and limit risk exposure. Performadditionalduties asrequired. Employment type Fulltime/Hybrid Schedule Work site Houston, Texas What are we looking for Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related field; MBA strongly preferred 3+ years of relevant experience Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products preferred. Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferred Travel: None Behavioral Requirements: Strong project management skills Problem-solving skills and high attention to detail Ability to perform duties in a collaborative working environment and to develop meaningful relationships Analytical skills Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills Ability to be self-motivated and motivate colleagues Ability to learn new software programs Physical demands & working conditions: Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose. Equal opportunities for all Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group. Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent: Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle #J-18808-Ljbffr