Vice President O&M

Vice President, Operations & Maintenance (Solar & BESS)Location: North America (flexible / hybrid)Reports to: Chief Operating OfficerRole OverviewThe Vice President of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of the company’s utility-scale solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) portfolio across North America. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for all O&M activities, ensuring assets meet or exceed performance, availability, safety, and financial targets throughout the asset lifecycle.The VP, O&M will lead internal teams and external service providers, establish best-in-class operational standards, and partner closely with Asset Management, Engineering, Development, and Finance to maximize long-term asset value.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational LeadershipProvide executive leadership for the operation and maintenance of utility-scale solar PV and BESS assets across North America.Develop and execute O&M strategies that optimize availability, performance, lifecycle costs, and long-term asset value.Establish standardized operating models, procedures, KPIs, and reporting across the fleet.Oversee fleet performance monitoring, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.Safety, Compliance & Risk ManagementOwn and champion EH&S strategy, culture, and performance across all O&M activities.Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, environmental, interconnection, and contractual requirements.Lead incident response, investigations, and corrective/preventive action programs.Manage operational risk related to asset integrity, grid compliance, and BESS safety.BESS Operations & Grid IntegrationProvide technical and operational oversight for BESS operations, including dispatch coordination, degradation management, augmentation strategies, and warranty compliance.Collaborate with grid operators, trading/market teams, and integrators to optimize storage availability and revenue performance.Ensure effective integration of EMS, SCADA, and data analytics platforms.Vendor & Contract ManagementLead strategy and oversight for third-party O&M providers, OEMs, integrators, and specialty contractors.Negotiate, manage, and enforce O&M, LTSA, warranty, and service contracts.Drive accountability through performance-based contracts and SLA management.Financial & Commercial PerformanceOwn the O&M budget and cost structure across the portfolio.Support asset budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial models.Identify and execute cost-reduction and value-enhancement opportunities without compromising safety or reliability.Team Leadership & DevelopmentBuild, lead, and mentor a high-performing O&M organization, including regional leaders and technical experts.Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous learning.Ensure succession planning and capability development aligned with portfolio growth.Growth & Lifecycle SupportSupport development, EPC, and commissioning teams to ensure operational readiness of new projects.Lead O&M input into design reviews, technology selection, and standardization for new assets.Oversee transition from construction to operations and long-term lifecycle planning.Qualifications & ExperienceRequiredBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related technical field (Master’s preferred).15+ years of experience in power generation operations, with significant leadership experience in utility-scale solar and/or BESS.Proven track record managing large, geographically diverse renewable energy portfolios in North America.Deep understanding of solar PV and BESS technologies, O&M best practices, warranties, and degradation drivers.Strong experience with EH&S management systems and regulatory compliance.Demonstrated ability to manage complex vendor relationships and large operating budgets.PreferredExperience within an IPP, asset owner, or platform-scale renewable operator.Familiarity with power markets, storage dispatch, and revenue optimization.Experience supporting M&A, asset acquisitions, or portfolio integrations.Professional certifications (PE, PMP, CSP, etc.) are a plus.Key CompetenciesStrategic and systems thinker with strong execution disciplineData-driven decision-making and financial acumenStrong leadership presence and stakeholder management skillsAbility to balance operational rigor with growth-stage flexibilityHands-on mindset with executive-level perspective