Executive Vice President, Asset Management and Operations

Apex Clean Energy

The Role

Overview

Lead and grow Apex's utility-scale renewable asset management and operations team.

Key Responsibilities

  • opportunity screening
  • digital mapping
  • operations management
  • strategy development
  • stakeholder management
  • operational planning

Tasks

-Lead the screening, prioritization and due diligence of potential ownership opportunities with a view to maximizing value -Articulate clearly and document the business case for AMO opportunities, providing a solid understanding of overall risks, benefits and returns, in order to gain support for the execution of these projects -Identify business opportunities that will support the AMO strategy -Map current digital tool kit and how they fit into workflows -Be the senior relationship manager representing Apex AMO and operational projects with key stakeholders and partners. -Obtain support for strategy from the senior leadership team -Manage the operations process, planning, control, performance improvement, and operations strategy -Develop and implement the AMO short- and long-term business strategy to support the growth objectives of the organization, aligned with Apex’s investment strategy and goals -Be a valuable and contributing member of the Senior Leadership Team providing feedback appropriately throughout the business and receiving projects from adjacent divisions. -Maintain strong networks with energy industry representatives and key stakeholders in the area of AMO to promote Apex as an important AMO player in the United States -Provide leadership, guidance to regional tactics and strategy, and monitor the performance of all personnel -Develop the AMO operational plan to support the strategy while developing project teams to ensure delivery on major projects -Receive and operate world class renewable energy leading and supporting our expert team

Requirements

  • driver’s license
  • asset management
  • power market
  • commercial acumen
  • negotiation
  • 10+ years

What You Bring

-This position requires periodic travel for meetings, trainings, and/or site visits. Employees are expected to be able to make necessary travel arrangements, which may include securing a method of payment for travel-related expenses (e.g., through company booking tools or reimbursement processes) and possession of a valid Driver’s license. -Demonstrated commercial acumen and experience balancing risk management with the pursuit of opportunity to minimize loss while maximizing project success, profitability, and return on investment -Strong team approach: ability to work with different teams in the organization to ensure sound management of project development opportunities from the identification process to the integration of new assets in the organization -Professional and thorough approach to asset management and operations, with a strong understanding of technical, financial and commercial drivers -Demonstrated experience leading an asset operations business -Extensive experience and understanding of the North American power market -Ability to develop strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders -Demonstrated ability to form and drive new market strategies -Previous experience working in a commercial negotiation environment with excellent commercial management, negotiation and influencing skills -A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the renewable energy industry, in senior roles within operational, asset management, business development and/or project development functions -Able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and to adapt quickly to changing priorities -Demonstrated experience developing and implementing commercial and operations strategy -Strong business acumen: ability to assess quickly the potential value and risks of a business opportunity and prioritize potential project development opportunities accordingly -Excellent written and oral communications skills. -Strong commercial background and mindset; ability to conceptualize returns with extensive experience in asset management and operations with a demonstrated record of identifying and originating business opportunities and determine their key value drivers and alignment with Apex’s business objectives

Benefits

-Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning, hands-on experience, and mentorship -Training, strategies, and tools to support your personal and professional growth -Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities -Base and bonus commensurate with experience -Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays -Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match -Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization -Benefits Offered: comprehensive high-deductible health plans, dental and vision insurance plans, short-term and long-term disability, group life insurance, 401(k) corporate matching, flexible spending arrangements, company paid parking and cell phone, fitness and wellness corporate discounts

The Company

About Apex Clean Energy

-Backed by major capital partners like Ares Management and SK Gas, Apex has commercialized billions in wind, solar, and storage projects. -Its portfolio spans utility‑scale wind farms (like the record‑setting Aviator Wind and Great Pathfinder), large solar installations, and emerging green hydrogen ventures. -Apex pioneers capital recycling—selling stakes in completed projects (e.g., Pinnacle II, Great Pathfinder/Mulligan)—to fund fresh developments. -Typical projects include multi‑hundred‑megawatt wind and solar farms under long‑term power purchase agreements with utilities and corporations. -The firm leads in distributed and community solar, and pairs renewables with energy storage and green fuel technologies, such as wind‑powered hydrogen. -A standout fact: it helped develop the first and largest wind‑powered hydrogen plant in the U.S. with Plug Power, targeting decades‑long impact.

Sector Specialisms

Renewable Energy

Wind

Solar

Energy Storage

Clean Energy

Infrastructure

Environmental Permitting

Transmission Planning

Land Administration

Geographic Information Systems

Community Engagement

Sustainability

Conservation

Government Partnerships

Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

Visa Sponsorship

-apex will not sponsor a visa for this position.