Senior Director, Control Center, EDP

EDP

Location:
United States, Houston, TX

Category:
Energy

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Senior Director of Control Center is fully responsible for Control Center activities that support the North America Asset Operations department and broader platform, as required. Defines and builds an efficient organization, ensuring that operational directives are appropriately followed, unplanned turbine and high-voltage (HV) outages are responded to quickly, proper procedures are followed to ensure effective, efficient, and compliant operations, proper documentation is maintained, events are communicated with stakeholders as defined, and coordination with the Global Control Center organization occurs.

Job Responsibility:

Directs and oversees the Remote-Operations Control Center (ROCC) and Operational Technology (OT) resources within North America
Ensures that all Control Center teams work seamlessly within the Renewable Generating Assets (RGA) group such that all regulatory standards are followed, minimizing the risk of violations
Ensures the successful and efficient performance of turbine resets and dispatch orders from ISOs, off-takers, and internal Market Operations staff for all operating plants (>10 GW), capturing incremental revenue above status quo
Provides strategic direction for the technical and commercial evaluations for service providers of ROCC activities in coordination with the Global Control Center team
Ensures EDPR NA operating plants have reliable communication, control and data acquisition processes and systems
Ensures projects under construction are ready for integration into operations from a data and control perspective
Provides feedback and direction to Engineering and Construction regarding specifications and lessons learned for new plants, particularly regarding SCADA and integration
Coordinates with the Compliance team to ensure EDPR NA’s compliance with regulatory requirements of NERC, FERC, and state public utility commissions
Maintains necessary documentation to support relevant NERC, FERC, and ISO regulations
Prepares documentation that is submitted to NERC regulatory bodies for audits and spot checks as needed
Oversees the implementation of the Renewable Energy Management System (REMS), in coordination with the Global Control Center team at all the company’s operating sites in North America
Develops and maintains strong collaborative relationships with global RGA teams to ensure alignment of ROCC, REMS and Operational Technology
Ensures that Control Center staff receive the required regulatory, operational, and technical training
Leads the development of standard operating procedures to ensure successful remote operations, maintenance, and NERC compliance
Advises the North America management team on operational and regulatory concerns
Promotes continuous improvement, with a focus on increasing EBITDA
Oversees work of external consultants supporting Control Center matters
Promotes team and individual development by conveying company values and public relations objectives
Communicates issues to senior leadership and key internal and external stakeholders
Additional duties as required

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
advanced degree (or an equivalent combination of education and experience) preferred
5-10+ years in managing within regulated operations, including demonstrated experience: implementing and managing proactive programs that require effective coordination
achieving policy outcomes in diverse regulatory environments
and leading, managing, and developing a team of subordinates
NERC Certification preferred
Substantive knowledge of NERC regulatory issues, SAP PM, energy management systems, and control center operations
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise (Preferred)

Nice to have:

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including first-rate drafting and editing abilities
Proven ability to promote an openness to change across multiple business units
Negotiation and conflict-management skills
Ability to be highly self-motivated
Uncompromising honesty and integrity
Ability to be forward-thinking on regulatory issues
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to communicate complex issues to a diverse audience in a logical, open, and easily understood manner
Ability to work independently
Ability to produce solutions under significant time pressure
Ability and motivation to align oneself with EDPR NA’s values and culture
Strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills
Commitment to achieving results
Willingness and ability to travel as needed and remain accessible during off-hours

What we offer:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 10, 2025

Expiration:
August 20, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Senior Director, Control Center

EDP

Location:United States, Houston, TX

Category:Energy

Contract Type:Not provided