Licensing Manager

Overview

Direct and manage FERC and state licensing for hydropower assets, overseeing relicensing.

Key Responsibilities

• ferc filings
• hydraulic analysis
• operations modeling
• environmental studies
• stakeholder meetings
• regulatory compliance

Tasks

-Establish and maintain internal communications throughout the relicensing process with legal, regulatory affairs, operations, asset management, community relations, and marketing; -Manage and direct the relicensing efforts to include development of strategic plans for relicensing, the preparation of all applicable FERC filings, managing budget, safety, and environmental field studies, conducting stakeholder meetings and possible settlement discussions; -Develop relicensing proposals that optimize revenue generation and environmental management; -Lead group discussions/meetings with state and federal agencies and other groups for project licensing; -Ensure significant aspects of the business (public safety, dam safety, company reputation, environmental stewardship, and project economics) are integrated into the relicensing process; -Oversee completion of environmental and engineering studies, hydraulic analyses, operations modeling, upgrade and expansion studies, and economic evaluations as it relates to relicensing; -Stay current on existing and emerging regulatory issues as it relates to the business, and support strategies with other Brookfield staff; -Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with key allies, stakeholders, and regulators; -Work with environmental consultants to assess environmental risk/impact of project related activities and provide related recommendations to operations and management; -Supervise the work of consultants who perform environmental studies and preparation of federal, state, and local environmental filings and license/permit applications. -Providing leadership, guidance and support to other business units regarding relicensing requirements and strategy;

Requirements

• ferc licensing
• hydropower licensing
• bachelor's degree
• microsoft office
• regulatory negotiations
• team leadership

What You Bring

-A minimum of seven (7) years relevant experience specific to the FERC licensing process; -Strong time management skills with the ability to organize, plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects; -Superior critical thinking, analytical skills and strategic planning; -Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science or other related discipline; -Demonstrate safe work habits and following correct safety procedures, and immediately acting upon incorrect practices when witnessed; -Thorough knowledge of and experience with federal hydropower licensing and compliance requirements and documentation; -Ability to proactively establish and maintain effective relationships at all levels of the organization and with external vendors and agencies; -Experience overseeing high-level data analysis, impact assessment and subsequent report writing; -Strong attention to detail with impeccable follow-through and have the ability to keep data and documents organized and error free; -Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project scheduling and budgeting. -Experience managing and influencing people by successfully leading and directing teams; -Ability to read, analyze and interpret engineering specifications, blueprints, drawings and related technical procedures, and effectively communicate findings orally and in writing; -Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands; -Highly motivated and have the ability to work independently and cooperatively with others; -Experience in regulatory negotiations; -Demonstrate sound, approved environmental principles, following company policy and procedures, and immediately acting upon incorrect practices when witnessed; -Excellent verbal and written communications, interpersonal skills, team-oriented work practices, and strong technical problem solving skills; -Experience in contract management. -Demonstrated abilities in the relicensing and compliance activities of hydroelectric facilities to assess/resolve complex licensing issues as well as working with various agencies/outside entities;

People Also Searched For

About Brookfield Renewable U.S.

-Born from a century‑plus legacy in power generation, spans 34 U.S. states with a diverse renewable portfolio. -Its landmark U.S. projects include hydro plants like Cohoes’s School Street facility and large wind and solar farms across multiple states. -Typical engagements span hydropower upgrades, wind farm operation, solar development, and energy storage integration. -In 2022, bolstered its utility-scale pipeline by acquiring Urban Grid’s solar and storage projects.

Sector Specialisms