Lightsource bp Powered By Hassan Allam
Manager, Operational Readiness
Lightsource bp Powered By Hassan Allam, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Manager, Operational Readiness
Lightsource bp, a joint venture with bp, is a global leader in developing and managing solar energy projects.
What You’ll Do Integral role supporting the Director of Operational Readiness, US. Responsible for delivering safe, quality, and compliant solar projects from EPC to US Asset Services within the Americas.
Responsibilities
Participate in the EPC Stage Gate review and sign off processes.
Review SCADA and PPC commissioning processes, ensuring data integrations are tested before handover to operations.
Lead O&M turnover calls and ensure providers are set up for success.
Collect and manage punchlist items and represent Asset Services in closeout.
Finalize OEM spare parts lists and ensure documentation is complete for long‑term operations.
Support onboarding to integrate commercial and compliance activities into the EAM registry.
Work with Development, Structure Finance, Finance to provide updated proforma OpEx assumptions for PV and BESS operating budgets.
Collaborate across Legal, Procurement, Project Finance, Development, Construction, Interconnection, and global organization for due diligence and contract drafting of O&M and Asset.
Financial Oversight
Full P&L ownership of assigned assets, including revenue tracking, cost control, and variance analysis.
Manage tax equity and lender reporting requirements, debt compliance, and liquidity forecasting.
Oversee distributions, reserve accounts, audits, and tax filings with accounting and legal departments.
Approve invoices and monitor non‑recurring expenses against financial targets.
Commercial Management
Primary contact for offtakers, utilities, service providers, and investors.
Manage operation contracts (O&M, AMA, EPC, PPAs, land leases, etc.).
Conduct contract risk assessments, lead negotiations and identify optimization opportunities.
Manage warranty claims, performance guarantees, and OEM relationships.
Technical Operations
Oversee day‑to‑day operations of utility‑scale solar assets, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance.
Partner with O&M providers to monitor and improve plant performance.
Lead root‑cause analysis for performance deviations and outages.
Develop maintenance plans, technical audits, and performance optimization strategies.
Support NERC, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements.
General & Strategic Responsibilities
Serve as the operation lead across commissioning and steady‑state operations.
Collaborate with Development, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Compliance teams.
Maintain auditable project documentation and report for internal and external stakeholders.
Contribute to refinancing, M&A diligence, and strategic growth initiatives.
Represent Lightsource bp for all external stakeholders.
Who We’re Looking For – Knowledge
Pragmatic, creative problem‑solver.
Ability to work well in a diverse environment.
Comfortable managing both internal and external stakeholders.
Microsoft Office Suite skills, especially Excel and Word.
Strong understanding of the EPC construction process.
Qualifications
5+ years’ experience in renewable operations with at least 2 years responsible for projects in the start‑up and commissioning phase.
Demonstrated commercial acumen and technical abilities, with sound business judgement for the US marketplace.
Deep understanding of technical design drawings and specifications, including PV plant and HV substation drawings.
Solid understanding of project finance, legal contracts, accounting, and contract negotiations.
2+ years experience leading and managing O&M technicians is preferable.
Superior ability to exercise judgment, discretion, and initiative in managing multiple projects.
Problem‑solving skills, self‑motivated, and ability to work with little supervision.
Experience
Foster a positive, inspiring team environment with open communication culture.
Strong communication skills and ability to form partnerships and influence key stakeholders.
Thorough understanding of solar project life‑cycle.
Strong familiarity with solar power plant asset management and operations.
Detailed understanding of key project documents and milestones.
Why you’ll make a great member of the team – Personal Qualities
Comfortable in a highly visible role, outspoken, not content to be an individual contributor.
Desire to interact with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, both internal and external.
Ability to organize workload and priorities for maximum effect.
Flexible approach in a fast‑paced business, ability to keep a clear head under pressure.
Drive accountability, refine workflow and process on the fly.
Methodical problem solver, able to identify and address critical project risks.
Set high standards of performance for yourself.
Ability to pick up systems and processes quickly.
Previous demonstrable experience with excellent attention to detail.
We offer
Competitive compensation: $125,000 to $137,000 annually plus a 15% annual bonus.
Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts 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, Wednesday & Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote).
Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to $100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to $150.
Lifestyle Savings Account and more!
Why you’ll want to work with us Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – an inclusive community where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Our culture is driven by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity.
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What You’ll Do Integral role supporting the Director of Operational Readiness, US. Responsible for delivering safe, quality, and compliant solar projects from EPC to US Asset Services within the Americas.
Responsibilities
Participate in the EPC Stage Gate review and sign off processes.
Review SCADA and PPC commissioning processes, ensuring data integrations are tested before handover to operations.
Lead O&M turnover calls and ensure providers are set up for success.
Collect and manage punchlist items and represent Asset Services in closeout.
Finalize OEM spare parts lists and ensure documentation is complete for long‑term operations.
Support onboarding to integrate commercial and compliance activities into the EAM registry.
Work with Development, Structure Finance, Finance to provide updated proforma OpEx assumptions for PV and BESS operating budgets.
Collaborate across Legal, Procurement, Project Finance, Development, Construction, Interconnection, and global organization for due diligence and contract drafting of O&M and Asset.
Financial Oversight
Full P&L ownership of assigned assets, including revenue tracking, cost control, and variance analysis.
Manage tax equity and lender reporting requirements, debt compliance, and liquidity forecasting.
Oversee distributions, reserve accounts, audits, and tax filings with accounting and legal departments.
Approve invoices and monitor non‑recurring expenses against financial targets.
Commercial Management
Primary contact for offtakers, utilities, service providers, and investors.
Manage operation contracts (O&M, AMA, EPC, PPAs, land leases, etc.).
Conduct contract risk assessments, lead negotiations and identify optimization opportunities.
Manage warranty claims, performance guarantees, and OEM relationships.
Technical Operations
Oversee day‑to‑day operations of utility‑scale solar assets, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance.
Partner with O&M providers to monitor and improve plant performance.
Lead root‑cause analysis for performance deviations and outages.
Develop maintenance plans, technical audits, and performance optimization strategies.
Support NERC, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements.
General & Strategic Responsibilities
Serve as the operation lead across commissioning and steady‑state operations.
Collaborate with Development, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Compliance teams.
Maintain auditable project documentation and report for internal and external stakeholders.
Contribute to refinancing, M&A diligence, and strategic growth initiatives.
Represent Lightsource bp for all external stakeholders.
Who We’re Looking For – Knowledge
Pragmatic, creative problem‑solver.
Ability to work well in a diverse environment.
Comfortable managing both internal and external stakeholders.
Microsoft Office Suite skills, especially Excel and Word.
Strong understanding of the EPC construction process.
Qualifications
5+ years’ experience in renewable operations with at least 2 years responsible for projects in the start‑up and commissioning phase.
Demonstrated commercial acumen and technical abilities, with sound business judgement for the US marketplace.
Deep understanding of technical design drawings and specifications, including PV plant and HV substation drawings.
Solid understanding of project finance, legal contracts, accounting, and contract negotiations.
2+ years experience leading and managing O&M technicians is preferable.
Superior ability to exercise judgment, discretion, and initiative in managing multiple projects.
Problem‑solving skills, self‑motivated, and ability to work with little supervision.
Experience
Foster a positive, inspiring team environment with open communication culture.
Strong communication skills and ability to form partnerships and influence key stakeholders.
Thorough understanding of solar project life‑cycle.
Strong familiarity with solar power plant asset management and operations.
Detailed understanding of key project documents and milestones.
Why you’ll make a great member of the team – Personal Qualities
Comfortable in a highly visible role, outspoken, not content to be an individual contributor.
Desire to interact with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, both internal and external.
Ability to organize workload and priorities for maximum effect.
Flexible approach in a fast‑paced business, ability to keep a clear head under pressure.
Drive accountability, refine workflow and process on the fly.
Methodical problem solver, able to identify and address critical project risks.
Set high standards of performance for yourself.
Ability to pick up systems and processes quickly.
Previous demonstrable experience with excellent attention to detail.
We offer
Competitive compensation: $125,000 to $137,000 annually plus a 15% annual bonus.
Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts 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, Wednesday & Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote).
Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to $100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to $150.
Lifestyle Savings Account and more!
Why you’ll want to work with us Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – an inclusive community where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Our culture is driven by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity.
#J-18808-Ljbffr