​I’m partnering with a leading independent renewable energy developer/operator that is scaling rapidly across solar and storage. Backed by long-term capital, they’re delivering utility-scale projects with a strong pipeline of construction starts over the next 12–18 months.

Role Overview

The Vice President of Operations & Engineering will play a pivotal role in overseeing the detailed engineering, design, construction, and long-term operations of large-scale solar + storage projects. With multiple projects currently under construction and others scheduled to break ground in the coming months, this leader will ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery while building a scalable operations platform to support the company’s ambitious growth toward 1 GW+ of generation.

This position requires a hands-on leader with deep technical knowledge, strong commercial instincts, and the ability to coordinate across contractors, consultants, and internal teams to maximize project and portfolio performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering, design, construction, and operations for all solar + storage projects in execution and operation.

• Lead contractor selection, contract negotiation, and performance management, ensuring safety, quality, and budget/schedule adherence.

• Anticipate risks such as construction delays, permitting challenges, and supply chain disruptions; develop mitigation strategies.

• Manage EPC and third-party service providers (e.g., engineering, QA/QC, O&M), holding vendors accountable to deliverables and performance.

• Provide technical oversight of Owner’s Equipment procurement, ensuring alignment with project requirements and cost targets.

• Direct the operations & maintenance (O&M) strategy for commissioned projects, driving uptime, reliability, and cost efficiency.

• Develop lifecycle asset management strategies, including preventive maintenance and technology upgrades.

• Work with engineering partners to develop Basis of Design standards, streamlining the project lifecycle.

• Partner with leadership on project strategy, insurance, contracts, and other initiatives to drive company growth.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in engineering, construction, and operations within renewable energy (solar, storage, or wind).

• Proven success in delivering utility-scale renewable projects from construction through COD and into operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management; advanced degree preferred.

• Expertise in EPC contract negotiation, vendor management, and commercial risk mitigation.

• Strong understanding of interconnection, permitting, QA/QC, and compliance requirements.

• Experience developing and overseeing O&M strategies for utility-scale assets.

• Demonstrated leadership ability to build, scale, and mentor high-performing technical and operational teams.

Attributes

• Strategic and execution-focused, able to balance near-term project delivery with long-term operational planning.

• Skilled communicator and negotiator with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.

• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable in a fast-growing, dynamic environment.

• High integrity, accountability, and collaborative leadership style.