Solar Regional Manager (Operations & Maintenance)

Job Description

Job Description

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Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit

Your Impact:

The Regional Manager, Solar O&M will lead and oversee operations and maintenance performance across the Western region, driving operational excellence, revenue growth, and customer satisfaction. This role is responsible for managing regional teams, optimizing service delivery, and strengthening relationships with key customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders. You'll play a critical leadership role in scaling solar service offerings, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, and aligning regional performance with company-wide goals.

Core Responsibilities:

Regional Leadership & Strategy

• Lead all Solar O&M operations across the Western region, ensuring performance, safety, and profitability targets are met
• Develop and execute regional strategies to grow service offerings and market presence
• Provide leadership, coaching, and oversight to Field Operations Managers and regional teams

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key regional customers
• Build and maintain strong relationships to drive retention and expansion opportunities
• Manage communication including incident reporting, performance reviews, and status meetings
• Resolve technical and commercial issues proactively

Operational Excellence

• Oversee multiple projects to ensure timely, on-budget, and high-quality execution
• Monitor KPIs such as response time, repair time, and preventive maintenance completion
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across regional operations
• Ensure compliance with contractual, technical, and safety requirements

Financial & Performance Management

• Manage regional P&L, including revenue, cost of goods sold, and profitability
• Monitor accounts receivable and address overdue balances
• Contribute to Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and forecasting
• Identify and capture all billable work opportunities

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Oversee subcontractor relationships, onboarding, and performance
• Partner with Procurement to evaluate vendors, negotiate pricing, and improve coverage
• Strengthen contractor network across the region

Sales & Growth Support

• Identify new business opportunities within existing and new accounts
• Support sales efforts with pricing, proposals, and contract review
• Align operational capabilities with market demand and customer needs

Compliance & Site Oversight

• Conduct periodic site visits to ensure quality and safety standards are met
• Ensure adherence to OSHA and company safety protocols
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting standards

EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of project management or operations experience in solar, electrical, or industrial environments
• 3–5 years of leadership experience managing teams or regional operations
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, construction, and maintenance practices
• Proven ability to manage customer relationships and drive business growth
• Experience with contracts, pricing strategies, and operational KPIs
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Physical/Work Environment

At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.

• Travel up to 25% within the Western region
• Ability to work occasional weekends/holidays and be on-call as needed
• Must comply with all OSHA and company safety standards

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.

This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range

$95,000—$115,000 USD

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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