Associate, Asset Management

Silicon Ranch is a fully integrated provider of customized renewable energy, carbon, and battery storage solutions for a diverse set of partners across North America. We are known for putting community partnerships first, and are the only renewable energy company in the U.S. that owns and operates all of its solar ranches and has a 100% track record for successful delivery. We have the largest utility scale agrivoltaics portfolio in the country under Regenerative Energy®, our nationally recognized holistic approach to project design, construction, and land management. Our model incorporates regenerative ranching and other regenerative land management practices to restore livelihoods and soil health, biodiversity, and water quality. Through our subsidiary, Clearloop, we are able to help businesses of all sizes reclaim their carbon footprint with a direct investment in building new solar projects while also helping bring renewable energy and economic development to distressed communities. By joining Silicon Ranch, you will be joining a team of experienced and dedicated individuals who have proven time and again that it is indeed possible to not only “make solar do more”, but to make the promise of carbon-free, renewable energy that benefits people right where it comes from a tangible, measurable, and replicable reality. Silicon Ranch is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of the communities in which we work and serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Job Description Position: Associate, Asset Management Location: Remote Overview: The Associate, Asset Management supports the operational and commercial performance of Silicon Ranch’s utility-scale renewable energy portfolio. This role focuses on optimizing asset performance, administering contract compliance, and coordinating across internal and external stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable, and optimized operations. Main Responsibilities: · Monitor and manage the operational and financial performance of an assigned portfolio of solar assets, serving as the primary internal point of contact for day-to-day asset oversight. · Track asset-level P&L, operating expenses, and budget variance analysis; escalate material deviations with recommended corrective actions. · Coordinate with O&M service providers to prioritize and resolve operational anomalies and equipment failures in a timely manner, with a focus on minimizing generation loss and protecting revenue. · Review and validate O&M provider performance against contractual KPIs and service level agreements; support formal performance review processes. · Monitor plant performance and analyze production data to identify underperformance trends and root causes. · Support the management of PPAs, interconnection agreements, O&M contracts, and EPC warranty provisions, ensuring counterparty obligations are met and contractual rights are preserved. · Manage warranty claims and equipment defect notifications in coordination with OEMs and EPC contractors; track resolution timelines and outcomes. · Prepare and deliver accurate monthly and quarterly performance reports and dashboards for leadership and external stakeholders, as required. · Ensure assigned assets maintain compliance with applicable NERC/FERC requirements, local permitting conditions, environmental obligations, and utility interconnection protocols. · Support asset commissioning and COD transitions, coordinating the intake of project documentation, data systems, contracts, and operational handover from development and construction teams. · Contribute to the identification and evaluation of asset optimization opportunities, including curtailment reduction, availability improvement, and O&M cost management. · Maintain accurate and up-to-date asset records including site documentation and contract repositories. Qualifications: · Proven experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel · Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. · Effective written and verbal communication skills. · Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. · Analytical and problem-solving mindset. · Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Finance required. Experience: · 1–3 years of relevant professional experience (renewable energy preferred). · Experience with data analysis, reporting, or project coordination is preferred. Our interview process: A typical interview process at Silicon Ranch might include the below stages. Please note that we may make changes to these steps as needed, and details will be provided to you early on in the process. Introductory Interview with our recruiter Hiring Manager Interview to dive into technical skills and behavioral questions Panel Interview to assess cross-functional skills and dive deeper into technical skills Executive Interview to answer high-level questions about SRC and the team