Senior Renewable Energy Asset Manager (Utility-Scale Solar)

Senior Renewable Energy Asset Manager (Utility-Scale Solar)

Location: Denver, CO | Austin, TX | San Francisco, CA - Fully Remote Work may be available for highly-qualified individuals
Work Type: Hybrid (Tuesday-Thursday in office; Monday & Friday remote)
Department: Asset Management

About Lightsource bp

Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of utility-scale renewable energy projects. Our mission is to help drive the world's transition to affordable, reliable, and sustainable power through large-scale solar and energy storage solutions. For more than a decade we have been advancing the global energy transition through innovative renewable energy projects and long-term partnerships.

Senior Asset Manager

Lightsource bp is seeking an experienced Senior Asset Manager to oversee the financial and operational performance of a portfolio of utility-scale solar assets . This is a senior individual contributor role with no direct reports , ideal for candidates who bring deep renewable energy experience and can independently manage complex assets, financial structures, and stakeholder relationships.

This position is responsible for maximizing asset performance, ensuring contractual compliance, optimizing revenue, and driving operational improvements across a growing portfolio of renewable energy projects.

What You'll Do

Financial & Portfolio Management

• Own the financial performance and P&L of a portfolio of utility-scale solar projects.
• Track revenue, operating expenses, and budget performance through variance analysis and forecasting.
• Manage relationships with tax equity investors, lenders, and financial stakeholders .
• Monitor debt compliance, liquidity forecasts, and reserve account requirements.
• Prepare financial and operational reports for leadership, lenders, and investors.
• Support strategic initiatives such as refinancing, portfolio optimization, and M&A diligence .

Commercial & Contract Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for offtakers, utilities, landowners, and service providers .
• Manage key project agreements including PPAs, O&M agreements, EPC contracts, interconnection agreements, and land leases .
• Identify opportunities to improve project value through contract management, cost optimization, and operational improvements.
• Manage warranty claims and coordinate with OEMs and service providers on equipment performance issues.
• Lead negotiations for amendments, renewals, and commercial agreements.

Technical & Operational Oversight

• Oversee daily operations of utility-scale solar assets to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance.
• Partner with O&M providers to monitor plant performance using SCADA systems and operational KPIs .
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action planning for plant performance issues.
• Support project commissioning and transition from construction to operations.
• Ensure assets meet regulatory, environmental, and contractual requirements.

What We're Looking For

Experience

• 7-10+ years of experience in renewable energy asset management, project operations, or power generation.
• Experience managing utility-scale renewable energy assets , ideally solar or storage projects.
• Experience working with lenders, tax equity investors, utilities, and third-party operators .
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex commercial and operational relationships.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of utility-scale solar PV systems and asset performance analytics .
• Experience with P&L ownership, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for energy assets.
• Familiarity with project agreements such as PPAs, EPC contracts, O&M agreements, and financing structures .

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field .

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: $150,000 - $170,000 annually plus a 20% annual bonus
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starting on your first day of employment with zero premiums for employee-only coverage
• Retention bonuses
• Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually , plus 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with a 3% nonelective employer contribution
• Hybrid working environment (Tuesday-Thursday in office; Monday and Friday remote)
• Monthly personal phone reimbursement up to $100
• Monthly commuter benefit up to $150
• Lifestyle Savings Account and additional benefits

Why You'll Want to Work With Us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow - a place where your ideas and opinions matter.

Be you - We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community where every individual is valued and treated with respect.

Be responsible - Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.

Be recognized - Alongside a competitive salary, we offer strong benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.

Be inspired - Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, and ecosystems around the world.

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Why You'll Want to Stay With Us

At Lightsource bp, you'll work within agile, cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives come together. Our culture embraces open knowledge sharing and collaboration, empowering you to learn from others and accelerate progress collectively.

Your career growth is a shared journey. We are committed to developing talent from within and preparing you for advancement so you can build a long-term career here.

In today's fast-changing world, a learning mindset is essential. We actively support professional development and upskilling so you can expand your capabilities and continue shaping the future of renewable energy.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status, or disability status.

Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations related to Lightsource bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing assessments, participating in interviews). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request assistance.