Howard Energy Partners · 18 hours ago
Director, Business Development & Asset Optimization
Howard Energy Partners is seeking a Director of Business Development and Asset Optimization to support executive leadership by overseeing commercial optimization activities. This role involves coordinating deal development and evaluating strategic business opportunities while working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and execution.
EnergyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee commercial optimization activities across the organization, coordinating with commercial operations, engineering, and other cross-functional teams to address complex, cross-disciplinary business challenges
Develop, implement, and maintain standardized processes for deal flow management, contract execution, and approval governance in alignment with company guidelines
Evaluate and advance optimization initiatives related to pricing, power utilization, contract performance, and operational planning, leveraging internal analysis and external advisors as appropriate
Manage and support contractual relationships, including performance monitoring, amendments, and extensions, while ensuring alignment with commercial objectives and operational capabilities
Establish, review, and communicate commercial and contractual performance metrics with internal stakeholders and external counterparties to drive accountability and continuous improvement
Assess business and commercial risks using financial, economic, statistical, and operational data to inform leadership decision-making
Drive the implementation of transformational projects, systems, and tools that enhance commercial effectiveness and visibility
Communicate key business developments, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership in a clear and timely manner
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated strategic mindset with the ability to develop and execute long-term optimization and business development initiatives aligned with organizational goals
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial, economic, statistical, and operational data to support informed decision-making and risk assessment
Proven experience leading and supporting cross-functional initiatives, including process improvement, system implementations, and change management efforts
Solid financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, economic evaluation, and cost-benefit analysis
Ability to assess commercial and operational risk and recommend mitigation strategies within established governance frameworks
Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with a track record of building effective working relationships across departments and with external stakeholders
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to stakeholders at all organizational levels
Highly organized and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic business environment
Proficiency with common business tools and systems used for analysis, project management, and process optimization, including Microsoft Office applications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, economics, or a related field required
8+ years of progressive experience in commercial, financial, project management, or operations support roles within complex, asset-intensive or regulated business environments
Demonstrated multi-year track record of leading and supporting large, complex projects and cross-functional initiatives
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Company
Howard Energy Partners
Howard Energy Partners offers an integrated midstream platform that includes infrastructure and services from wellhead to market.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.35BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-08-05Debt Financing· $750M
2024-06-06Debt Financing· $600M
2023-05-18Grant· $3M
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