Asset Manager Wind and Solar

RES; United States; On-site; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) plan with 6% company match

4 weeks Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays

Job summary

RES is looking for an Asset Manager for Wind and Solar to enhance the value of its renewable energy portfolio. This position involves leading teams and managing performance across wind, solar, and storage projects.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and have over 3 years of related experience, with strong skills in financial management, stakeholder relations, and a team-oriented mindset. This full-time role is vital for driving the company's renewable energy initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years’ Asset Management, Renewable Energy or Operations experience (wind, solar, storage or similar) preferred.
• Strong understanding of utility‑scale renewable projects across development, construction and operations.
• Proven ability to manage financial performance, budgets and cash flows.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for utility-scale wind, solar, and storage technical, financial and commercial asset management.
• Maximizes asset value by monitoring and optimizing performance of solar, wind and storage projects.
• Acts as the owner’s representative, managing relationships with internal teams, investors, off‑takers and service providers.

Skills

Asset Management

Renewable Energy

Operations

Financial performance management

Excel

Power BI

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Business Administration

CFA

PMP

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

SharePoint

Job description

Summary

The Asset Manager, Wind and Solar is responsible for maximizing the long‑term risk‑adjusted value of a renewable energy portfolio that includes wind, solar and storage. The role integrates operational oversight, commercial strategy and financial value creation to ensure assets perform at or above their investment thesis. It leads cross‑functional collaboration across engineering, operations, energy management, finance, accounting, legal and regulatory teams. The Asset Manager optimizes performance, manages risk and unlocks embedded value throughout the asset lifecycle. This role requires strong commercial and strategic judgement, the ability to anticipate complex multidimensional issues early, a services mindset and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for utility‑scale wind, solar, and storage technical, financial and commercial asset management
• Maximizes asset value by monitoring and optimizing performance of solar, wind and storage projects
• Monitors the contractual obligations of the Project Companies
• Acts as the owner’s representative, managing relationships with internal teams, investors, off‑takers and service providers
• Ensures contractual compliance across key agreements (PPAs, O&M, EPC, interconnection, financing and leases)
• Leads issue resolution for technical, commercial, regulatory and environmental challenges
• Oversees financial performance, including budgets, cash flow management, variance analysis and reporting, in partnership with the Asset Management Finance team
• Active participation in RES Group projects related to operational excellence
• Applies Asset Management operational procedures and proactively suggests ways to improve overall performance of Asset Management
• Prepares and delivers reporting to internal stakeholders, partners and investors
• Manages project‑level financial operations, including OPEX, invoicing, receivables and distributions
• Develops market expertise in electricity markets, renewable energy credits (RECs) and capacity structures
• Complies with and implements safety, environmental and quality procedures within the company
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures

Additional Responsibilities

• Presents, supports, and leads by example with a safety and quality‑oriented attitude
• Drives improvements in financial and operational metrics and maximizes operating asset value
• Completes other duties and projects as assigned by management within their scope

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree in Business Administration preferred
• CFA preferred
• PMP preferred
• 3 or more years’ Asset Management, Renewable Energy or Operations experience (wind, solar, storage or similar) preferred
• Ability to travel 5 to 15% required
• Strong understanding of utility‑scale renewable projects across development, construction and operations
• Experience in wind and solar asset performance analysis, KPIs tracking
• Experience managing commercial agreements and asset‑level obligations
• Proven ability to manage financial performance, budgets and cash flows
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI and SharePoint
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• Knowledge of complex project financing structures (tax equity, debt, sponsor models)
• Experience working directly with external stakeholders (off‑takers, vendors, service providers)
• Familiarity with Canadian and U.S. renewable energy markets, regulations and incentive programs
• Self‑starter mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Anticipated base salary range

$87,000 - $109,000. The final agreed compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience and work location. This position is bonus eligible.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness
• 401(k) plan with 6% company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment

Rarely: Climbing, crouching, kneeling, pulling/pushing/lifting between 5‑15 lbs, and stooping are required.

Occasionally: Carrying 5‑15 lbs, gripping, handling, pinching and walking are required.

Frequently: Standing is required.

Constantly: Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion and sitting are required.

Rarely exposed to extreme cold, heat and humidity, and wet climates in the working environment.

Occasionally exposed to noise and hazards in the work environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.