Director, Operations & Maintenance - Solar Operations

Location:

Denver Preferred, Remote Candidates Considered

Type:
Full-Time Employee

Reports to:

SVP, Solar Operations

Pivot Energy is seeking an energetic, seasoned leader to support the build‑out and management of our Operations and Maintenance (O&M) department. Reporting to the SVP of Solar Operations, you will take full ownership of asset operations, process development, and team building. This role is pivotal in shaping the operating cadence for a rapidly scaling portfolio of distributed solar and integrated storage (BESS) assets, ensuring high availability and optimized financial performance.

• BESS & Solar Performance:
  Provide technical expertise in preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime and round-trip efficiency for hundreds of solar and storage assets.
• Lifecycle Asset Management:
  Oversee the portfolio from through the asset operating lifecycle, utilizing robust operating plans and budgets to drive output.
• Data Strategy & Systems:
  Drive the development of "best-in-industry" data and software tools to accommodate a scaling asset base. You will ensure data integrity across operating portfolio analytics and collaborate in the enhancement/integration of advanced monitoring platforms.
• Cross-Functional Leadership:
  Partner with Construction Management, Engineering, and Finance to ensure a seamless "handshake" as assets move from construction into operations.
• Service & Infrastructure:
  Build and manage a scalable system and oversee external service providers for both planned and unplanned service activities.
• Contract & Vendor Management:
  Negotiate high-value O&M contracts and manage RMA processes for faulty components, including critical BESS hardware.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Strengthen relationships with landowners, contractors, and internal asset management teams.

• Experience:
  
  8+ years in solar/storage O&M or asset management.
• Technical Mastery:
  Deep understanding of BESS technologies, solar equipment, and system design.
• Data Expertise:
  Proficient in solar and storage monitoring (DAS) platforms (e.g., Also Energy, Solar Edge) with the ability to interpret complex system drawings.
• Financial Acumen:
  Demonstrated experience in budgeting, contract negotiation, and financial performance optimization.
• Leadership:
  An "ownership mentality" regarding issue identification and resolution, with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams.
• Communication:
  Exceptional relationship-building skills with a customer-service mindset for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Engineering Background:
  Experience with PVsyst, Helioscope, or storage modeling software.

Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes, empowers, and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.