Asset Manager

Job Description:

Plankton Energy is seeking an Asset Manager. This role is responsible for managing Plankton’s portfolio of operational solar assets. Tasks include client communication with external stakeholders, monitoring solar system performance, diagnosing under-performance, scheduling maintenance visits, and tracking operational expenses for assets. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills and reports to the Director of Engineering and Operations. Apply if you’re excited to maintain and operate commercial solar projects.

About Plankton Energy

Plankton Energy develops solar and solar plus storage projects nationwide. We focus on the small commercial & industrial market; Our projects range in size from 100 kW – 2 MW serving schools, houses of worship, multifamily communities, retail centers and real estate firms with a significant focus on low-income community solar.  Our mission is to increase access to and participation in the clean energy economy for the under-served. We at Plankton are passionate about democratizing the energy transition.

Our team has developed, financed, and installed over 100 MW of distributed energy projects and arranged financing for over $5 billion of utility and energy projects. We are sustainability managers, educators, developers and investors and we are devoted to providing access to our customers so they can serve as leaders in their communities and participate in the clean energy economy.

Responsibilities:

·        Act as the primary point of contact for operational project stakeholders. Stakeholders include landowners, solar asset owners, financial partners, utilities, and O&M providers

·        Coordinate internally with engineering and development teams

·        Monitor generation performance of operational fleet using monitoring platforms such as SolarEdge, AlsoEnergy, and Chint

·        Diagnose and resolve technical issues on operational projects. Work closely with Plankton’s maintenance team to troubleshoot and fix equipment and control-related problems

·        Manage the schedule for Plankton’s maintenance team including scheduling and managing site visits for corrective and preventative maintenance

·        Manage O&M contracts for operational projects

·        Track operational expenses for operational projects

·        Review and track funds received from operational projects

·        Manage and maintain operational tracking financial models

·        Generate monthly production reports and invoices

·        Ensure that the operating projects comply with all relevant regulations, environmental requirements, permits, and safety standards

·        Manage Plankton’s spare parts inventory

Requirements:

·        1-5 years of work in renewable industry

·        Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Economics, Environmental Science, Renewable Energy, or similar field preferred

·        Strong knowledge of renewable energy technology

·        Strong organization tendencies and project management experience

·        Expert in Microsoft excel.

·        Familiarity with asset management or familiarity with solar project design

·        Passion for working in the renewable energy industry

·        Must have valid work authorization for the US

Position Specifics & Benefits:

·        Location: Brooklyn, NY

·        Compensation: Base salary of $85,000 - $110,000 commensurate with experience plus bonus and profit sharing

·        15 paid vacation days plus 11 national holidays

·        Health, dental, & vision insurance

·        Continuing education supported

To Apply

·        Email resume and cover letter to rachel@planktonenergy.com

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belie