Sr. Manager, Wholesale Market Development

$165,600 - $184,000/Yr

Constellation Energy - Sacramento, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Sacramento, CA

Utilities

About the position

The position manages wholesale market development for Constellation, focusing on advancing the company's wholesale and retail market policy positions in the evolving electricity markets in PJM. The successful candidate will collaborate with commercial business units to identify opportunities and risks, advocate for Constellation with external stakeholders, and keep internal teams informed about regulatory trends impacting electricity markets.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, propose, and advocate for market rules and policies in PJM to support Constellation's commercial business.
• Identify emerging trends and policies that provide commercial opportunities or create commercial risks for the business.
• Work with internal and external resources to develop and execute strategic policies that support effective competitive markets and policy objectives.
• Track issues and ensure that business units are aware of PJM market rule development and contribute to regulatory filings.
• Review relevant PJM regulatory and public policy initiatives and communicate their impact on Constellation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with PJM members, officials, trade associations, and stakeholder groups.
• Assist in the supervision of managers and analysts that support work efforts in PJM.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in engineering, economics, or related field.
• 10 years of professional experience with at least 4 years in the energy, utility and/or environmental industry focusing on public policy development and/or implementation, or 8 years of professional experience with at least 6 years in the same fields.
• Experience with RTO/ISO stakeholder process, including at least 4 years active involvement in the PJM stakeholder process or at least 6 years in other RTO/ISO processes.
• Excellent oral and written communication and relationship building skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to serve as an effective liaison between corporate leadership and PJM leaders.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives and relationships that support company policy objectives.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex recommendations to various audiences including Senior Management.
• Ability to create practical solutions to complex problems through collaboration.
• Understanding of the energy industry broadly, with specific expertise in PJM markets, planning, or operations.

Nice-to-haves

• Expertise in transmission-related matters arising in the PJM stakeholder community.
• Post graduate degree in engineering, law or business.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Bonus program.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Robust wellness program.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days.