Portfolio Lead

As a Portfolio Lead you are accountable for excellent service the smooth functioning of QE Solar projects and meeting or exceeding the negotiated service-level requirements for every internal and external client engagement. Success will come from your excellent project management skills familiarity with solar operations & maintenance financial awareness human resources and its various disciplines and working knowledge about the industry each project takes place in. Great Portfolio leads are detail oriented organized customer focused diligent intellectually curious adaptable resilient comfortable with logistical challenges and possess above-average technical writing and communication skills.

Travel Requirements: As needed to meet service-level requirements and for required business meetings

Essential Duties & Approximate Commitment of Time

1. Scheduling required calls and meetings; Performing all required project activities & compliance assigning resources as necessary. Escalates concerns to ensure that projects stay on-track. Track and advise on progress against established project milestones. Track and advise on progress against established project budgets (time resources materials overall costs etc.). Portfolio Leads are frequently the primary client point of contact (POC) for all day-to-day activities and management of assigned projects in the portfolio. 25%
2. Ensures consistency of outputs against the QE Solar standards and in accordance with client(s) requirements. Project assignments may include but are not limited to: operational oversight logistical management/coordination site audits communication etc. 25%
3. Management and oversight of assigned project portfolios and battery storage systems (BESS) including all preventative maintenance troubleshooting repairs and operations; Occasional project site visits as well as remote troubleshooting/analysis via smart software platforms. 20%
4. Ensures project continuity in the event resources shift or are re-deployed during a projects life- cycle. Works with Commercial Assets Manager advisors consultants clients and other QE Solar team members to evolve and continuously improve processes practices and services. Presentation and report development using technologies such as PowerPoint Word Excel etc. 15%
5. Moves projects/portfolios ahead through managerial courage candor and ability to stand-alone; Ensures that deadlines and project requirements are met or exceeded; Provides daily oversight and direction to field staff; participates in staff hiring performance management co aching and training. 10%
6. Knowledge creation gathering recording: Updates and maintains technology systems records operating processes procedures and guidelines; Other responsibilities as directed by upper management. 5%

Position Requirements
Education Required:

• Bachelors Degree preferably in Engineering Physics or Environmental Sciences. Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience Required:

• 5 years of service industry operational and project management experience

Experience Preferred:

• 3 years of managing direct reports; Prior solar/renewables operations experience a plus; Battery storage (BESS) experience a plus

Specialized or Technical Knowledge Licenses Certifications Preferred:

• PMI certification a plus; Expertise in Excel Google MS Office SmartSheet; Ability to read and understand electrical/mechanical diagrams project design drawings and other architectural plans/construction documents; Proficient understanding of electrical measurement tools performance testing procedures and product/software program interfaces; Ability to read and interpret PVSYST models and engineering/design data
• Inverter and/or BESS manufacturers certifications (e.g SunGrow Power Electronics Solectria etc) Thermography certifications (Level 1) and IT/networking skills (MODBUS TCP/IP FIBER SCADA SEL)
• NABCEP PV Installer Certification a plus
• Minimum OSHA 30 Certification and completion of NFPA 70E courses
• CPR/First Aid

Functional Knowledge:

• Strong familiarity with solar renewables BESS and other power systems (e.g. 600v-1500v DC systems); Knowledge of National Electrical Code OSHA and standard design/construction practices; Familiarity troubleshooting and diagnosing issues related to computer networks and data acquisition systems; Some general Human Resources Labor and Employment Law Payroll Benefits Talent Acquisition/Recruiting Entrepreneurship Private Equity Finance Auditing are all a plus

Company/Industry Related Knowledge:

• Renewable energy especially solar and/or photovoltaic systems experience required; Engineering Life Sciences Utilities Private Equity Financial modeling and Consulting
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Ability to move safely over uneven terrain
• Ability to sit or drive for prolonged periods
• Ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 50 pounds
• Ability to work in extreme weather

Job-specific Competencies:
In addition to the specific work experience and skills QE Solar also seeks someone with the qualities listed below:

• Exceptional work ethic with strong values and principles
• Able to work well independently and with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work irregular schedules to meet client/project deadlines
• Exceptionally strong communication skills both written and verbal interpersonal and teamwork skills
• A firm commitment to client team and organization success
• Flexible and accommodating and able to go above and beyond the basic expectations when required
• High follow-up and organizational skills
• Detailed-oriented with attention to detail for tasks that have zero tolerance for errors
• Curiosity
• Candor and transparency

QE Solar offers incredible benefits! We enjoy:

• 100% paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health Dental Vision FSA or HSA
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
• Perks at Work Marketplace for discounts on gym memberships classes tech vacations tickets and more
• Family Building and Adoption Assistance Programs
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

Workplace Type: Onsite
Salary Range: $70000 - $80000 per year

Location : Springfield NJ

Employment Type: Full-time
Location: United States

Statement to all Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations:
QE Solar accepts resumes only from contracted recruiting agencies with formal service agreements. Please do not send unsolicited resumes or outreach emails to our QE Solar employees hiring managers or team members without expressed consent or contract for services. QE Solar is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes or services.