Asset Manager

Mysunshare; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Asset Manager to oversee its community solar projects. This dynamic role involves daily evaluation of solar portfolio performance, optimizing project yields, and ensuring compliance across contracts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in asset management, particularly within the renewable energy sector, and will be adept at data analysis and project management. This innovative firm offers a competitive salary, stock options, and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about renewable energy and sustainability.

Benefits

Stock options

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years in asset and project management, with a strong focus on solar energy.
• Expertise in electricity markets, utility tariffs, and solar industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate solar portfolio performance daily and report to management.
• Manage operation and maintenance service providers to optimize project performance.
• Develop and manage annual project budgets and forecast asset performance.

Skills

Asset Management

Project Management

Data Analysis

SCADA Systems

PV System Engineering

Energy Modeling

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Science

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Job description

OUR VISION
To be an unstoppable force in the responsible energy transition, rethinking conventional forms of energy and helping everyone do the same.

OUR MISSION
To power the world with creative and proven renewable energy solutions.

COMPANY SUMMARY
SunShare started a movement in 2011 with a simple idea: to give anyone with an electricity bill access to solar energy. Over a decade later, we’ve created something even bigger — a new way for utilities and consumers to move from centralized power generation to distributed energy, tap the power of the private sector, and tackle climate change in a cost-effective manner. SunShare is America’s oldest and most experienced community solar company. We develop, own, operate, and subscribe all of our projects, providing our customers and stakeholders an unparalleled experience. We believe making clean energy choices for businesses, institutions, homeowners, and renters should be easy and affordable, and that anyone with an electric bill should have the option to enjoy clean, solar energy. SunShare is a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly driven company, having developed more than 120 MWs of operational solar projects for both large and small utilities. Our unique focus is developing and operating community-based solar projects. Headquartered in Denver, we are committed to hiring and developing the best talent from around the world. All full-time SunShare employees are treated as company owners and receive equity ownership in the form of stock options.

MISSION OF ROLE
The Asset Manager will be responsible for ensuring exceptional performance in SunShare’s existing and future portfolio of operating community solar projects. They will be expected to evaluate solar portfolio performance daily, optimize project performance on a continuous basis to maximize yield, and perform routine reporting of asset performance to internal and external parties. The role will require data analysis, project management, working cross-functionally, and implementation of best practices in a rapidly evolving field.

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and evaluate solar portfolio performance daily, deliver weekly and monthly asset reporting to SunShare’s management and partners.
• Identify and promptly schedule any required corrective maintenance, always identify urgency level when scheduling; engage expert PV system and low/medium voltage engineers when necessary to troubleshoot more complex issues.
• Manage operation and maintenance service providers, technology platforms, and all related services to find optimal solutions.
• Oversee contracts, ensuring compliance, risk management, and performance optimization.
• Monitor and report on asset performance, including energy output and financial metrics, providing insights to senior leadership.
• Develop and manage annual project budgets, including forecasting of future asset performance and projected revenue and expenses.
• Model PV system performance based on design and current weather conditions. Be capable of analyzing actual production versus expected production based on historical and predicted future weather conditions, and capable of explaining results in a simple and straightforward manner.
• Interact with utilities daily to manage interconnections, utility upgrades/planned outages, and any grid issues that arise.
• Support the project development and construction team with data and best practices to facilitate the development and EPC design decisions for projects in the pipeline.
• Coordinate with project development and construction team to synchronize and provide a level of quality control for SunShare’s development and construction pipeline.
• Manage warranties and coordinate all warranty work and claims with suppliers.
• Cultivate relationships with project landowners, local taxing authorities, and other relevant agencies to address any needs that arise.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years in asset and project management, showing consistent career progression and continuous learning.
• 5 years of experience in the solar/renewable energy field strongly preferred.
• Must have a strong relationship base in the solar industry.
• Must exhibit persistence and attention to detail.
• Background in asset management, SCADA and PV system engineering, energy modeling, project or construction management preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or expertise of electricity markets, utility tariffs, interconnection agreements, solar industry trends, and regulatory policies preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work without detailed direction or management; capable of anticipating duties outside of the job description and entrepreneurial thinking.

PERSONAL TRAITS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or Finance.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in managing a portfolio of solar assets.
• 3+ years in solar asset and project management, showing consistent career progression and continuous learning.
• Background in SCADA and PV system engineering, energy modeling, project or construction management preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or expertise of electricity markets, utility tariffs, interconnection agreements, solar industry trends, and regulatory policies preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work without detailed direction or management; capable of anticipating duties outside of the job description and entrepreneurial thinking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Base salary for this position is in the range of $100,000 to $120,000, based on experience. Additionally, every full-time employee of SunShare receives stock options in the company, with the goal of allowing employees to participate in the increased value that they create. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of medical premiums covered by the company, company-sponsored disability coverage, company-sponsored life insurance coverage, eligibility to participate in a 401(k) plan, up to three weeks of paid time off, and eligibility to participate in SunShare’s stock option plan.