Director, Operations & Maintenance - Solar Operations

• BESS & Solar Performance: Provide technical expertise in preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime and round-trip efficiency for hundreds of solar and storage assets. • Lifecycle Asset Management: Oversee the portfolio from through the asset operating lifecycle, utilizing robust operating plans and budgets to drive output. • Data Strategy & Systems: Drive the development of "best-in-industry" data and software tools to accommodate a scaling asset base. You will ensure data integrity across operating portfolio analytics and collaborate in the enhancement/integration of advanced monitoring platforms. • Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Construction Management, Engineering, and Finance to ensure a seamless "handshake" as assets move from construction into operations. • Service & Infrastructure: Build and manage a scalable system and oversee external service providers for both planned and unplanned service activities. • Contract & Vendor Management: Negotiate high-value O&M contracts and manage RMA processes for faulty components, including critical BESS hardware. • Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthen relationships with landowners, contractors, and internal asset management teams.

• Experience: 8+ years in solar/storage O&M or asset management. • Technical Mastery: Deep understanding of BESS technologies, solar equipment, and system design. • Data Expertise: Proficient in solar and storage monitoring (DAS) platforms (e.g., AlsoEnergy, SolarEdge) with the ability to interpret complex system drawings. • Financial Acumen: Demonstrated experience in budgeting, contract negotiation, and financial performance optimization. • Leadership: An "ownership mentality" regarding issue identification and resolution, with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams. • Communication: Exceptional relationship-building skills with a customer-service mindset for both internal and external stakeholders. • Engineering Background: Experience with PVsyst, Helioscope, or storage modeling software.