Hybrid VP, Asset Management

at Urban Grid

• Job title: VP, Asset Management
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Houston, United States

About the role

• Vice President overseeing management of solar and storage assets at Urban Grid. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal asset performance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• · Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for managing and optimizing solar and storage assets, including safety, performance optimization, risk management, and financial management.
• · Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, development, construction, engineering, M&A and legal, to ensure that solar and storage assets are being managed effectively and efficiently.
• · Oversee the daily activities of the asset management team, including asset performance monitoring, analysis, and reporting.
• · Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry best practices, including safety regulations, environmental regulations, and financial regulations.
• · Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, lenders, regulators and other relevant parties.
• · Implement a NERC compliance program for operating assets.
• · Coordinate with Development and construction to provide feedback on specifications, standards, and equipment selection based on performance of operating assets.
• · Originate O&M services (RFP to Contracting) for projects well in advance of COD.
• · Serve as contract holder and contract owner of O&M and Warranty agreements and manage the respective contractors to assure performance of scope.
• · Carry out all owner/seller tasks and responsibilities in the respective project contracts such as the PPA, ICA, O&M, and warranty agreements.
• · Develop and implement processes and procedures for identifying and mitigating risks associated with solar and storage assets.
• · Develop and implement financial models/tools and reporting for analyzing solar and storage asset performance, profitability, and valuation.
• · Monitor industry trends and developments to ensure that the company remains competitive and is able to capitalize on new opportunities.

Requirements

• · Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Finance, or a related engineering science.
• · At least 10+ years of professional experience in solar asset management or a related field, with a track record of success in managing large-scale solar/storage assets.
• · Strong knowledge of solar and storage energy technology, finance, and operations.
• · Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.
• · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective solutions to complex problems.
• · Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• · Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• · Excellent organizational skills and able to shift and set new priorities in moment’s notice.
• · Self-motivated, high energy, and has proven leadership skills in challenging environment.
• · Excellent technical, analytical, computer, and oral and written communication skills. Strong in Microsoft Office Suite, advanced knowledge of MS Excel

Benefits

• At Urban Grid, we’re thrilled to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a health savings account and flexible spending account. We also provide company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid parental leave and optional life insurance. Enjoy a retirement plan with matching contributions as part of our full-time positions, all wrapped up with a competitive salary and bonus opportunities!