Solar PV and Storage Asset Management Director
Position Overview
A company specializing in project financing for energy efficiency and renewable technologies is seeking an entrepreneurial Solar PV and Storage Asset Management Director. This full-time position, based in the Baltimore office, requires the individual to lead the Asset Management Team and oversee Solar and Storage Assets. The ideal candidate will be passionate about finance and sustainability.
Role and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Lead the asset management team.
- Manage and engage with O&M service providers to ensure operating solar PV and battery storage assets meet or exceed weather-adjusted performance targets.
- Implement industry best practices for asset management across all relevant activities.
- Review O&M provider performance reports and system-specific performance data; oversee initiatives to improve system operating performance.
- Review and approve preventive and corrective maintenance invoices delivered by O&M service providers.
- Ensure accurate calculation of availability or performance guarantees.
- Oversee the timely and accurate delivery of internal and external reporting, including monthly operating reports, regulatory filings, and more.
- Travel to operating asset sites to review systems and meet with O&M service providers.
- Provide feedback to the solar engineering team for future project development and acquisition.
Qualifications:
- Five to ten years of experience in asset management or operations of solar PV and storage assets.
- Technical understanding of solar generation and energy storage; an engineering degree is preferred.
- Experience with DAS/SCADA/Monitoring systems; advanced computer skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively engage external stakeholders in discussions and negotiations regarding asset operations.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to define issues, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound solutions.
- Highly organized and attentive to detail.
- Creative approaches to problem-solving with an affable personality and positive attitude.
- Ability to interface effectively with the team if working remotely.
- Eligible to work in the United States.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of renewable energy projects, driving both environmental impact and financial sustainability.