Head of Operations & Maintenance (Solar)

Position Summary

The Head of O&M will be responsible for managing technical, commercial, contractual, regulatory, and reporting obligations for solar PV and BESS projects in the U.S.

The Head of O&M provides management oversight of O&M activities from remote operations to field operations as well as safety.

This position works closely with all internal departments including Strategy & Operations, Business Development, and System Solutions and external parties including project owners, 3rd party contractors, and external utility counterparties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning & Business Growth (30%)

• Design and scale the O&M organization to deliver industry-leading, reliable services.
• Develop and implement strategies that drive operational excellence and improve cost competitiveness.
• Create long-term strategies and action plans to enhance O&M capabilities and drive technological differentiation.
• Contribute to business development initiatives to support growth targets and overall business objectives.
• Establish and oversee safety-focused O&M processes and standards.
• Strengthening in-house O&M capabilities through targeted training programs, certifications, and strategic partnerships with OEMs.
• Provide clear growth and development pathways for team leaders under the supervision.
• Explore and execute collaboration strategies to maximize synergies with affiliates across the solar value chain, including EPC and project development.

1. Performance & Compliance Management (45%)

• Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure site operations align with contractual requirements.
• Evaluate assets to confirm adherence to contractual, internal, and external standards, and enhance compliance and assessment procedures.
• Maintain a strong understanding of commercial, contractual, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to asset operations.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of industry standards, practices, and processes, and their influence on project compliance, safety, and technical performance.
• Address and resolve critical business matters in collaboration with relevant project stakeholders.
• Deliver consistent performance updates and reports to stakeholders.
• Monitor performance for irregularities and coordinate with subcontractors to resolve issues promptly.

1. Financial & General Management (25%)

• Oversee daily project operations, ensuring adherence to standards and minimizing risk exposure.
• Allocate appropriate resources efficiently and validate work completion through data analysis.
• Review O&M and technical service project profitability and ensure alignment with financial targets.
• Develop and manage the annual Operations and Maintenance (O&M) budget.
• Drive technical skill development by managing training center operations.
• Foster open communication with O&M employees to enhance engagement and retain talent.
• Take on additional duties as assigned to support team and organizational objectives.
• Strengthen O&M organizational capabilities and contribute to the acquisition of key talent.
• Demonstrate expertise in contractual terms, cost estimation, budget control, project scheduling, and team supervision.

Education and/or Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Management, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in utility-scale solar and ESS O&M.
• Proven experience in managing O&M staff.
• Expertise in high voltage electrical systems, including utility interconnections.
• In-depth knowledge of the solar and energy storage industries, including system design, operation, key commercial drivers, project agreements, and the ability to manage critical contract terms.
• Familiarity with performance management systems and metrics for solar and energy storage systems.
• Proficiency in office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Up to 50% travel is expected in this role to support business operations and cross-functional collaboration.

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