Technical Asset Manager
4 days ago
New York
Job DescriptionWho We Are CleanCapital is a leading independent power producer focused on distributed clean energy, including middle-market solar and energy storage. The company develops, builds, owns, operates, and invests in clean energy assets across the U.S. Leveraging over a decade of clean energy expertise and over $1.5 billion in investments, CleanCapital has built a diverse portfolio of operating assets and a growing project pipeline. By combining institutional capital with in-house expertise and regional development partnerships, CleanCapital delivers economically sound projects that drive more clean megawatts to the grid, solidifying energy dominance in the U.S. Location of Position If the candidate is based in the NYC metropolitan area, there is an in-office requirement of a minimum of 2 days per week. Candidates located outside of the NYC metropolitan area will be fully remote, except for work-related travel. What We Offer • Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals, • Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture, • Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader, • 100% paid for single and family benefits plus 401k matching program Position Summary The Technical Asset Manager will monitor and manage assigned distributed generation projects across the CleanCapital portfolio to ensure optimal generation performance of the company’s solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems. Overall responsibilities will include project reporting, performance data analysis, preventive and corrective maintenance programming and oversight, preparation of capital and O&M budgets and collaborating with the internal financial group to support reporting requirements. The Technical Asset Manager will work closely with and manage a number of outsourced Solar O&M providers to achieve overall portfolio performance goals. Core Responsibilities • Ensure solar and battery portfolio is performing at or above forecasted production., • Maximize the total returns for each asset through the analysis of system efficiency and identifying opportunities for improved performance., • Review performance reports and project specific performance data; Investigate issues and initiate actions to improve performance., • Develop and manage project budgets, models, contracts, and stakeholder and customer relations., • Work closely with numerous departments including Accounting / Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), outside service providers, o takers (contract counterparty or customers) and partners., • Review and analyze issues with current portfolio ensuring regulatory, interconnection and Health, Safety, Security and Environment compliance; Ensure assets are operated and managed consistent with CleanCapital HSSE Policy., • Assist Accounting in preparing investor reports, budgets for investors and lenders and resolve any issues or questions., • Collaborate with FP&A and Accounting to ensure accuracy of billing to customers and resolve issues if needed., • Review, track and approve expenses incurred by assets and their agents, including external and internal charges., • Manage relationships with stakeholders in solar projects e.g., property owners., • Provide timely work products to support management and reporting of operating assets., • Contribute to the development of policies and procedures to ensure all procedural, legislative and contract requirements are fulfilled., • Participate in the development of an asset compliance calendar. Where specified, manage and monitor compliance in all contracts and activities., • Identify, assess, and support execution of Asset Optimization initiatives by preparing cost/benefit analysis for each optimization initiative, considering the terms of the contracts associated with the asset, asset performance, engineering cost estimates and implementation schedules from the various subject matter experts. Ensure to flesh out the true value of each identified initiative and package into a commercial value proposition for review and approval by senior management., • Job description may evolve over time., • Occasional travel expected.Education Requirements, • Bachelor’s Degree required. Degree in engineering or any other technical field - additional education in finance or accounting preferredTechnical Skills and Experience, • 3+ years of experience required in the following areas:, • Energy storage and solar Operations, • Technical understanding and experience with solar generation and energy storage; Experience working with computerized DAS/SCADA/Monitoring systems, interconnection agreements and data management., • Negotiating contracts relating to Operations and Maintenance and corrective maintenance costs, warranty claims, etc., • Distributed generation solar PV and energy storage asset management – North America, • Managing a portfolio of energy storage solar sites, • Experience working in a high performing multi-disciplinary team., • Preferred experience with, but not required:, • PV and BESS operations and maintenance (O&M), • PV system repowerGreen field and/or brownfield development is an asset., • Budget preparation and management.Psychosocial Skills /Human Skills/Behavioral Skills, • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills., • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion., • Technical understanding of clean energy business processes, • Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders., • Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Work Conditions If working remotely, your work environment is what you make of it, however CleanCapital encourages everyone to have a dedicated workspace that, for the most part, can be free of distractions. If working in one of our Corporate Offices, the work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement CleanCapital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Powered by JazzHR WvNGLc6Iqj