Commercial Operations Lead - Utility

As a Commercial Operations Lead - Utility, you are responsible for managing a key client relationship and ensuring the successful delivery of QE Solar’s operations and maintenance services for utility-scale solar facilities. The Commercial Operations Lead - Utility serves as the primary point of contact for the assigned client and coordinates cross-functional operational activities to meet or exceed all contractual and performance obligations.

Success in this role requires strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills, along with a thorough understanding of solar operations, compliance requirements, and financial processes.

Travel Requirements:
Approximately once per quarter, or as needed for site visits.

• 1. Manage client relationships, act as the main point of contact for assigned accounts, and ensure all contractual obligations are met. Lead regular client touchpoints and reporting sessions to communicate plant performance, ongoing activities, and compliance status. 25%
• 2. Coordinate operational activities across cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of QE Solar’s O&M services. ‘Quarterback’ operations to align internal teams and deliver seamless service. 25%
• 3. Review operational reports (e.g., performance reports, testing and inspection results) and solicit input from key stakeholders to support strategic decision making and drive optimal plant performance. 20%
• 4. Support compliance efforts, including familiarity with applicable NERC standards and GADS reporting, to ensure all operational and reporting obligations are met across QE Solar-managed assets. 15%
• 5. Assist with financial processes including client quoting, procurement coordination, and invoicing activities to ensure accurate and timely execution of financial obligations. 10%
• 6. Complete administrative tasks necessary to support internal coordination, documentation, and client deliverables. 5%

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in client or account management within the utility energy industry. Experience in solar operations, NERC compliance, or energy services project management.

Familiarity with renewable energy systems, power generation operations, NERC compliance, and performance analytics. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and communication tools.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a client-first mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable working across departments and coordinating large, distributed teams.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally and adapt to client and operational needs.
• Curiosity, candor, and transparency.

• 100% paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health, Dental, Vision, FSA or HSA
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
• Perks at Work Marketplace for discounts on gym memberships, classes, tech, vacations, tickets, and more
• Family Building and Adoption Assistance Programs
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

Workplace Type:
On-site
Salary Range: $90,000-$120,000 per year

Employment Type:

Full-time

Location:

Boise, , United States