Consultant, IPP Contracts
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JOB SUMMARY:
This position interfaces directly with private sector generation providers that hold Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with SaskPower. The Consultant is the key contact for a portfolio of PPAs that support SaskPower in delivering secure and reliable power to the province. The Consultant is accountable to provide leadership and strategic consultation and support to a broad range of multiple functional areas. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible to research, develop, recommend and implement strategic and operational programs, policies and procedures regarding SaskPower’s organizational structure, operations and managerial methods; ensuring alignment with both departmental and corporate goals and objectives. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Ensure compliance to PPAs throughout operational period of generation facilities Coordinate between IPP and SaskPower project teams to facilitate the implementation of PPA prior to commercial operation Apply critical thinking and sound decision making when assessing IPP requests or managing project issues Provide strategic and confidential consultation and advice on a broad range of multiple functions, while providing creative solutions to the organization related to the management and day-to-day operations of the organization Lead and participate in projects identifying current and future business needs, industry best practices, opportunities and challenges of the organization or department(s); providing recommendations and executing operational improvements to methods, systems and procedures that impact SaskPower’s operations and people Lead and participate in cross-functional work teams, strategic planning initiatives, workshops and meetings in order to develop innovative and practical business solutions Develop, organize and deliver presentations, reports and briefings for internal and external audiences Drive and facilitate change, including making change happen throughout the organization through the implementation of strategic projects or initiatives Develop and maintain strategic networks and business relationships both internal and external to SaskPower in order to foster a positive and productive work environment Provide leadership and direction to project teams, corporate programs and/or assigned staff as required Other related duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or other related equivalent AND/OR; Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) AND/OR; 5 years of related experience Team leader and member with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism Ability to impact and influence others while holding people accountable Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to work and manage in a changing environment Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, project management and decision making skills Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies Must have a continuing record of professional development A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered
About SaskPower
Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees.
We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets.
Our power comes from: • 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW • 7 hydroelectric stations – 864 MW • 8 wind facilities – 617 MW • 3 solar facilities – 83 MW • 10 natural gas stations – 2,160 MW • import power purchase agreements – 290 MW • small independent power producers – 34 MW
Our total available generation capacity is 5,437 MW.
Our network serves a large geographic area and widely dispersed population. We maintain more than 160,000 kilometres of power lines, 59 high voltage switching stations and 200 distribution substations. We also have interconnections at the Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota borders.
*Information as of July2023
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Consultant, IPP Contracts
About the role
Job description:
JOB SUMMARY:
This position interfaces directly with private sector generation providers that hold Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with SaskPower. The Consultant is the key contact for a portfolio of PPAs that support SaskPower in delivering secure and reliable power to the province. The Consultant is accountable to provide leadership and strategic consultation and support to a broad range of multiple functional areas. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible to research, develop, recommend and implement strategic and operational programs, policies and procedures regarding SaskPower’s organizational structure, operations and managerial methods; ensuring alignment with both departmental and corporate goals and objectives. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Ensure compliance to PPAs throughout operational period of generation facilities Coordinate between IPP and SaskPower project teams to facilitate the implementation of PPA prior to commercial operation Apply critical thinking and sound decision making when assessing IPP requests or managing project issues Provide strategic and confidential consultation and advice on a broad range of multiple functions, while providing creative solutions to the organization related to the management and day-to-day operations of the organization Lead and participate in projects identifying current and future business needs, industry best practices, opportunities and challenges of the organization or department(s); providing recommendations and executing operational improvements to methods, systems and procedures that impact SaskPower’s operations and people Lead and participate in cross-functional work teams, strategic planning initiatives, workshops and meetings in order to develop innovative and practical business solutions Develop, organize and deliver presentations, reports and briefings for internal and external audiences Drive and facilitate change, including making change happen throughout the organization through the implementation of strategic projects or initiatives Develop and maintain strategic networks and business relationships both internal and external to SaskPower in order to foster a positive and productive work environment Provide leadership and direction to project teams, corporate programs and/or assigned staff as required Other related duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or other related equivalent AND/OR; Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) AND/OR; 5 years of related experience Team leader and member with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism Ability to impact and influence others while holding people accountable Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to work and manage in a changing environment Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, project management and decision making skills Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies Must have a continuing record of professional development A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered
About SaskPower
Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees.
We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets.
Our power comes from: • 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW • 7 hydroelectric stations – 864 MW • 8 wind facilities – 617 MW • 3 solar facilities – 83 MW • 10 natural gas stations – 2,160 MW • import power purchase agreements – 290 MW • small independent power producers – 34 MW
Our total available generation capacity is 5,437 MW.
Our network serves a large geographic area and widely dispersed population. We maintain more than 160,000 kilometres of power lines, 59 high voltage switching stations and 200 distribution substations. We also have interconnections at the Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota borders.
*Information as of July2023