Commercial Operations Lead (Temporary)

Join the team that is leading the energy transition globally. As part of the ATCO group of companies, ATCO EnPower is a critical business line for ATCO’s commitment to sustainability and for a Net-Zero future for generations to come.

With operations in Canada and Mexico, ATCO EnPower is uniquely positioned within the industry and has an integrated business portfolio of innovative solutions in clean energy storage, industrial water, wind, solar and hydro power generation. Our dedication is reflected in our efforts to deliver non-regulated energy solutions that support a cleaner, reliable, and affordable energy future, while championing the safety, inclusivity and equity of our people, communities, and customers.

The Commercial Operations - Lead will be responsible for responsible for managing and administering complex commercial operating agreements, budgets and forecasts. The individual will be responsible for planning, executing, reporting, and managing the efficient movement of commodities on existing assets and leading commercial activities associated with ATCO’s operating non-rate regulated energy infrastructure assets. Commercial operating assets include Hydrocarbon Storage and Transportation, Industrial water, Renewables, Carbon sequestration and Hydrogen production and fueling. The role reports to, and will closely liaise with, the Senior Manager – Business Development and Commercial Operations to set priorities and allocate resources to manage workload to meet deadlines.

12 - 18 month Term Position

What You Get To Do:

• Responsible for commercial operations activities across a portfolio of assets, including the management, optimization and administration of all commercial arrangements and partnerships/joint ventures;
• Lead in collaboration and consultation with stakeholders such as Operations and Business Development, to identify areas of opportunity to improve operations and relationships with customers; promoting Transparent and timely communication;
• Promote, observe, and influence to ensure that the business meets or exceeds all applicable environmental and regulatory requirements;
• Responsible for accurate preparation and securing timely approvals of customer and partner budgets; work with internal teams to build and update forecasts.
• Motivate team to identify and execute on asset management and optimization opportunities;
• Steer the advancement of scheduling and logistics activities.
• Focus on developing and maintaining an elevated level of customer service both internally and externally to facilitate oversight of day-to-day activities, customer audits and dispute resolutions;
• Stay abreast of industry activity and new market practices and trends and communicate the information such that ATCO Energy Infrastructure proactively adapts its business;
• Lead the team through customer contract lifecycle, including administration, management, renewal, and reporting.
• Work closely with accounting to ensure proper customer budgeting and billing based on existing contracts;

Who You Are:

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Business, Legal or Finance.
• 10+ years of experience in the energy industry
• Team player ability to work with diverse and high performing teams
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building relationships with business partners, customers and stakeholders
• Prior experience negotiating, monitoring and managing formal agreements
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively interact with various internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Strong customer focus and outstanding customer service skills
• Highly effective organization skills and attention to detail

What we offer:

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
• Competitive compensation
• Flex benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• Training and mentorship programs
• Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO EnPower supports a diverse and inclusive environment that values the contributions and perspectives of everyone. We believe our team is the foundation of our business and our most valuable asset across our global operations. Without each team members’ unique skills, strengths, and knowledge, we simply wouldn’t be able to achieve our fundamental vision of delivering life’s essential services to our customers around the world. To learn more, visit atco.com/enpower

ATCO is an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.