Solar Operations and Maintenance Manager

~ Nexamp is leading the transformation to the new energy economy with proven solutions for solar energy development, ownership, and operation. ~

Our mission is clear: to reshape the energy landscape, delivering value to our clients and partners while benefiting our communities and society at large. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Construction Manager to join and grow with our highly motivated and effective team. For more information, please visit our website.

Position Overview

Nexamp is seeking an experienced, solar photovoltaic (PV) operations and maintenance (O&M) professional to manage Nexamp’s growing portfolio of PV infrastructure. Duties and responsibilities include subcontractor coordination, project management, drafting maintenance reports, tracking cases and mitigating under performance as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of arrays, vegetation, site conditions, security systems, etc.
• Coordinates existing and onboards new subcontractors in various markets across the US.
• Interacts with contractors, electricians, designers and project managers daily.
• Serves as a project manager for special projects as required.
• Maintains customer and partner relationships and enforces jobsite health and safety programs.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, hands-on, results-oriented, and a team player.
• Posseses high level of understanding and technical expertise in all means and methods relating to solar plant commissioning, operations and troubleshooting.
• Fully understands principles of the application, design, installation and safe operation of grid-tied, utility scale PV and ancillary electrical systems.
• Maintains thorough understanding of Company, vendor, partner and subcontractor capabilities.
• Sustains knowledge of emerging technologies and their field applications.
• Highly developed general construction, electrical and PV related troubleshooting skills and expertise.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills and contemporary office skills including use of computers, Microsoft Office, data acquisition systems, and remote computing.
• Thorough understanding of PV principles, AC and DC electrical characteristics.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications plans and procure materials and equipment as required.
• 5-10 years of experience or equivalent of experience + education + internship.
• Driver’s License in good standing required.
• US Citizenship required.
• NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional preferred.
• Requires annual overnight travel of < 5%.

Compensation: Competitive salary and great benefits.