Responsibilities:
- Oversee operational performance and maintenance for a portfolio of 120+ solar projects and energy storage systems across 13+ states.
- Lead and mentor a diverse team within Asset Operations, providing training and support.
- Supervise the Network Operations Center (NOC) and ensure effective asset management reporting.
- Ensure the safe execution of work on solar and storage assets, optimizing long-term value through approved projects.
- Develop annual operating plans and prepare monthly/quarterly reports, including variance analysis and corrective actions.
- Manage relationships with outsourced O&M providers to enhance asset performance and provide guidance to staff and stakeholders.
- Focus on NOC metrics and optimization tools for real-time performance evaluation.
- Monitor data quality for asset generation and rectify any discrepancies.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Asset Management to establish maintenance programs in compliance with NERC, ISO, and IA standards.
- Lead vendor management and contract negotiations.
- Analyze system efficiency to maximize production and identify performance improvement opportunities.
- Generate comprehensive reports on project performance and resource management.
- Review performance data to initiate improvements focused on asset uptime and O&M strategies.
- Facilitate the onboarding of new projects and manage O&M RFP processes and negotiations.
- Collaborate with multiple departments including Finance, Engineering, and Project Management.
- Manage SCADA and DAS software platforms.
- Travel as needed for project oversight and management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field
- 8+ years of solar and battery energy storage operations and maintenance experience
- Over 7 years of experience in managing solar and battery energy storage operations, including the maintenance of photovoltaic systems and related equipment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with a collaborative approach and strong interpersonal abilities. Capable of engaging with all levels of staff, including executives and board members.
- Creative and proactive problem solver, self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional organizational and process-oriented skills, able to prioritize tasks and proactively identify and resolve potential issues in a dynamic environment.
- Proven leadership capabilities, with experience managing teams and adapting quickly to shifting priorities.
- Strong knowledge of renewable energy technologies, data analysis, and energy management principles.
- Familiarity with medium and low voltage electrical systems, SCADA systems, and monitoring tools.
- Proficient in reading design and construction drawings and specifications.
- Experience in writing proposals and reports, comfortable presenting to consultants, regulatory authorities, and agencies.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook).
Oscar Associates Limited (US) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.