Asset Manager - (O&M) SOLAR

Job Description Asset Manager • Solar/ BESS (C&I IPP) Location: India Industry: Renewable Energy / IPP Role Overview The Asset Manager will be responsible for maximizing the operational, commercial, and financial performance of the company's renewable energy portfolio comprising rooftop solar OPEX, ground-mounted group captive solar, wind, and BESS assets serving C&I customers. The role will oversee asset operations, portfolio profitability, regulatory compliance, customer relationship management, and dispute resolution with off takers to ensure high plant performance, strong revenue realization, and long-term asset value creation. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Portfolio Management Define and execute asset management strategies to optimize portfolio performance and long-term value. Support portfolio expansion, acquisitions, refinancing, and integration of new assets. Identify opportunities for performance enhancement, hybridization, and storage integration. Asset Performance & Operations Ensure high plant availability, generation performance, and operational reliability across solar and BESS assets. Monitor KPIs including PR, CUF/PLF, availability, curtailment, and BESS efficiency. Drive preventive and corrective maintenance through coordination with O&M teams and contractors. Lead root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for underperformance events. Utilize SCADA, analytics, and digital tools for performance optimization and predictive maintenance. Commercial & Financial Management Manage portfolio P&L, revenue realization, collections, and cost optimization. Oversee billing, energy accounting, and reconciliation processes. Ensure compliance with PPAs, captive structures, and open-access regulations. Support budgeting, forecasting, lender reporting, and insurance claim management. Monitor commercial risks, scheduling deviations, and revenue leakages. Contract Management & Dispute Resolution Manage post-execution administration of PPAs and customer commercial agreements. Lead resolution of disputes related to billing, banking settlements, open-access charges, curtailment, payment delays, and contractual interpretation. Coordinate with legal, finance, regulatory, and commercial teams for dispute resolution and claim management. Support contract renewals, amendments, and customer retention initiatives. Maintain strong relationships with C&I off takers to ensure long-term partnership stability. Regulatory & Compliance Ensure compliance with regulatory, grid, safety, and statutory requirements. Coordinate with DISCOMs, SLDC/RLDC, and regulatory authorities for operational and commercial matters. Track policy and regulatory developments impacting renewable energy assets and captive projects. Risk, ESG & Governance Identify and mitigate operational, financial, regulatory, and environmental risks. Drive HSE and ESG compliance across all operating assets. Establish governance frameworks, MIS reporting, KPI tracking, and portfolio performance reviews. Stakeholder & Team Management Manage relationships with investors, lenders, customers, EPC/O&M partners, and internal leadership teams. Lead and develop high-performing cross-functional asset management teams. Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement. Key KPIs Plant Availability & Generation Performance PR / CUF / PLF Improvement Revenue Realization & Collection Efficiency EBITDA & Cost Optimization Billing Accuracy & Dispute Resolution TAT Customer Retention & PPA Renewals Regulatory & ESG Compliance Safety Performance Forecasting & Scheduling Accuracy Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical / Mechanical / Energy preferred) MBA preferred 10–15 years of experience in renewable energy asset management or operations Strong experience in: Rooftop Solar OPEX Group Captive / Open Access Projects Solar, Wind and/or BESS assets C&I renewable energy business models Strong understanding of Indian renewable energy regulations, PPAs, and commercial frameworks Skills & Competencies Renewable asset operations & performance analytics Commercial and financial acumen Regulatory and contractual management Stakeholder and customer management Leadership and team development Problem-solving and decision-making Digital tools, SCADA, and analytics orientation