Asset Management Associate (Solar + BESS)

ABOUT CIM GROUP: CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we are a diverse team of 900+ employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work, and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we strive to make an even greater impact in the years to come. Join us and make an impact today! POSITION PURPOSE: The Asset Management Associate, Regulatory Compliance supports the management and optimization of a high-profile portfolio of utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) in California, with primary responsibility for regulatory and market compliance execution across the portfolio. This role ensures adherence to applicable reliability, market participation, interconnection, and reporting obligations—particularly those stemming from NERC and FERC, and (ideally) Western-region and California frameworks, including WECC, CAISO, and CPUC. In addition to compliance ownership, the Associate supports core asset management functions (performance monitoring, reporting, contract administration, and financial/settlement analysis) and helps build scalable processes and tooling that reduce risk and strengthen operational discipline. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Regulatory Compliance Execution & Program Ownership (Primary Focus; ~50–60%) Program ownership: Own day-to-day execution of the portfolio regulatory compliance program for CIM’s PV/BESS assets, including obligation tracking, evidence collection, internal coordination, and escalation of risks/issues to senior leadership and Legal. Compliance management system: Develop, maintain, and continuously improve a compliance tracking platform (calendar, obligation register, control owners, due dates, audit trail, evidence repository) covering required filings, attestations, certifications, notices, studies, and periodic reporting. Process improvement: Identify recurring compliance friction points and implement process or tooling improvements (templates, checklists, SOPs, dashboards) to reduce cycle time and improve audit readiness. Regulatory monitoring & interpretation: Monitor evolving requirements, guidance, and enforcement trends from NERC/FERC and applicable regional/state bodies; summarize changes, assess impacts, and translate requirements into actionable controls, procedures, and timelines. Audit readiness: Coordinate internal readiness reviews and documentation QA; prepare audit-ready evidence packages and support responses to regulatory/market operator inquiries, spot checks, and audits. Market & interconnection obligations: Track and support compliance with market participation rules, resource adequacy (as applicable), telemetry/metering requirements, outage reporting, and interconnection agreements; coordinate with O&M, SCADA/controls, engineering, and revenue/settlements teams to close gaps. Cross-functional controls: Partner with Legal, Development, and Investments, to integrate compliance into operating workflows (e.g., change management, document control, required reporting accuracy, vendor deliverables) and mitigate non-compliance risk. Asset Management Support (Secondary; ~40–50%) Performance monitoring & analytics: Monitor asset KPIs (production, availability, curtailment, forced outages,BESS performance, loss analysis, performance optimization, etc.); flag anomalies; support root-cause analyses and corrective action tracking. Revenue & settlements support: Assist in reviewing PPA and market settlement data; validate meter data and invoice support; analyze variances to budget/forecast and document drivers. Contract administration: Manage contract compliance with contractors, O&M providers, OEMs, offtakers, and other vendors; track notices, claims, warranties, deliverables, and reporting obligations. Reporting: Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual reporting packages for management, investors, and lenders; maintain consistent metrics, narratives, and data quality standards. Documentation & knowledge management: Maintain organized records (contracts, studies, compliance artifacts, operating procedures, correspondence) in SharePoint or equivalent systems to ensure auditability and continuity. Asset onboarding & diligence: Support onboarding of new assets and diligence activities by validating required documentation, compliance posture, operating constraints, and key contractual/regulatory obligations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None (individual contributor). Serves as a workstream lead for compliance activities and coordinates cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external vendors. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: (including certification, licenses, etc.) Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in engineering, environmental/energy, finance, economics, operations, business, or a related field. 2–5+ years of relevant experience in renewable energy, asset management, compliance/regulatory affairs, ISO/RTO/utility operations, consulting, or adjacent roles (utility-scale PV/BESS preferred). Demonstrated experience owning a compliance workflow and/or building tracking systems (obligation registers, calendars, evidence repositories, controls) in a regulated or audit-oriented environment. Working knowledge of basic accounting/finance concepts (budgeting, variance analysis, invoice support, financial statement literacy) preferred. Demonstrated experience mastering new software platforms, experience in platforms such as Yardi, 3E SynaptiQ, Power Factors, Aevy, or other APM/CAM/database tools is a plus. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: REGULATORY/DOMAIN KNOWLEDGE Familiarity with regulatory and market frameworks impacting utility-scale renewables; emphasis on NERC/FERC, and preference for exposure to WECC/CAISO/CPUC requirements. Ability to interpret contracts and regulatory documents and translate them into clear internal requirements, controls, and deliverables. Understanding of interconnection and operating requirements for inverter-based resources (PV/BESS) and the importance of metering/telemetry, outage reporting, and performance obligations. ANALYTICAL & TECHNICAL SKILLS Strong Excel skills (intermediate/advanced formulas; pivot tables; data validation; structured templates); comfort reconciling operational and settlement data. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with reporting/BI tools (Power BI/Tableau), SQL, or similar analytics tools is a plus. Familiarity with document management/workflow tools (SharePoint, task tracking systems) and disciplined file/evidence organization. COMMUNICATION & EXECUTION Clear, concise communicator with strong writing skills; able to brief senior stakeholders on compliance posture, risks, and mitigation plans. Highly organized and deadline-driven; able to manage multiple parallel obligations with strong attention to detail and audit-ready rigor. Proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable coordinating across Legal, O&M, engineering, SCADA/controls, and finance. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES High integrity and ownership mindset; consistent follow-through. Comfortable operating in a high-visibility portfolio environment. Commitment to continuous improvement and building scalable processes. WHAT CIM OFFERS: At CIM, we believe our success stems from our collective efforts, and we are committed to providing well-rounded support and resources for our employees. In addition to a competitive compensation plan, CIM offers a comprehensive benefits program for employees to thrive both inside and outside of work. Eligible employees can enjoy a wide range of benefits, including: • A variety of Medical, dental, and vision benefit plans • Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution • Company paid life and disability insurance • 401(k) savings plan, with company match • Comprehensive paid time off, including: vacation days, 10 designated holidays, sick time, and bereavement leave • Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off • Up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave • Ongoing professional development programs • Wellness program, including monthly and quarterly prizes • And more! Actual base salary considers several factors, including but not limited to geography, job-related knowledge, experience, and budget. The start of the salary range is typically associated with the minimum experience required. At CIM, base pay is one part of the total compensation package. This role is eligible for bonus pay in addition to base salary. The anticipated base salary range for the position in California is $105,000 - $130,000. #LI-ML1 HOW WE FEEL ABOUT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: At CIM Group, we believe that the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees enhance everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is not only respected but celebrated. We strive to ensure that our workplace is free from discrimination and harassment, allowing everyone to contribute meaningfully and feel a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit any form of unlawful discrimination and adhere to the laws enforced by the EEOC. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where all employees can grow and make impactful contributions together. *Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on CIM Group. Please inform our Talent team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. CIM does not accept unsolicited resumes from Agencies. Any unsolicited resumes received from Agencies will be considered property of CIM and no fees will be due or paid. If you wish to become an approved Agency with CIM or any of its Affiliates, please contact a member of the CIM Talent Acquisition Team.