Power Plant Manager

My client is seeking an experienced Power Plant Manager to lead operations for their natural gas plant in Northwest Virginia near Leesburg, VA.

• The facility includes two Siemens SGT6-5000F gas turbines, one Siemens SSTS 5000 steam turbine, 685 MW of base capacity, and 80 MW of duct firing capability.
• This critical position will be responsible for providing management direction and leadership to ensure that the facility is operated in a safe, reliable, and economic manner consistent with site O&M agreement, contracts, permits, and rules, regulations and written instructions from the facility owner.
• The role will report directly to the Regional Operations Director and provides for the main interface to the owner's representative of the facility.
• Qualified candidates must have a substantial amount of leadership experience within combined cycle plant operations.
• Thorough understanding of operations and maintenance functions for Siemens SGT6-5000F gas turbines is required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe plant operations and maintain a work environment that minimizes accidents and injuries.
• Oversee environmental reporting, testing, and programs to ensure full permit compliance.
• Oversee all NERC and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and commercial commitments.
• Foster a work environment that supports productivity, morale, and goal achievement.
• Optimize plant performance through effective use of labor, equipment, supplies, and outside support.
• Lead, coach, and develop facility staff, including training in operations, maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare the annual budget and operating plan.
• Manage purchasing, inventory, and cost control.
• Prepare monthly plant activity, operating plan, and budget variance reports.
• Communicate effectively with staff, management, owners, vendors, and external agencies.
• Build strong owner relationships by understanding and meeting expectations.
• Enforce and ensure compliance with the operations and maintenance agreement.
• Submit all required O&M agreement reports and information to the owner on time.
• Recommend plant upgrades that improve reliability, performance, safety, or environmental readiness, supported by cost-benefit analysis.
• Oversee maintenance and outage planning and provide owner reports on key outage events.

Required Skills / Knowledge:

• Proven track record of meeting goals.
• Strong understanding of power plant operations and O&M functions.
• Knowledge of plant chemistry, environmental programs, water treatment, and related regulations.
• Understanding of budgets, bids, contracts, LTSA, accounting principles, plant economics, and power pool operations.
• Knowledge of ISO markets; PJM experience is a plus.
• Sound judgment and decision-making in emergency situations.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and logic drawings, as well as technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and training skills.
• Knowledge of quality programs and tools.
• Ability to analyze data and make sound recommendations.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of 27 employees, including 4 direct reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
• Experience operating and maintaining large frame gas turbines.

Experience

• Experience in Operations and Maintenance of a Combined Cycle Power Station.
• A substantial number of years' relevant experience, with a significant proportion of this in a leadership position.

Education Requirements:

• A four-year degree or commensurate experience is required, MBA a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, reach, climb, stoop and lift (up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to work at heights and enter confined spaces.
• The position requires occasional travel. (10%)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with a 25% plant bonus opportunity based on performance
• Comprehensive Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401 K Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Time Off & Holidays
• Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs