VP, Asset Management

Summary

Join Coast Energy as the Vice President of Asset Management, leading the strategy and execution for managing a growing portfolio of commercial solar and battery storage assets. This senior leadership role requires optimizing performance, reducing operating costs, and delivering exceptional service to clients. You will oversee asset operations, manage vendor relationships, implement innovative tools and processes, and collaborate cross-functionally. Responsibilities include leading the financial and operational performance of the asset portfolio, building and managing a high-performing team, overseeing and improving asset operations, evaluating and negotiating contracts, developing and managing asset-level budgets, ensuring compliance, providing stakeholder reporting, collaborating with other teams, identifying and implementing innovative tools, and maintaining an understanding of industry trends. The position requires 7-10 years of experience in asset management within the C&I, DG, or BTM energy space, proven leadership, deep understanding of solar PV systems and BESS, strong financial acumen, expertise in vendor management and contract negotiation, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to scale processes and systems. A base compensation of $180k-$200k/year plus an annual performance bonus is offered. The position is based in El Segundo, CA or remote, with approximately 25% travel required.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in asset management, with a strong track record in the commercial and industrial (C&I), distributed generation (DG), or behind-the-meter (BTM) energy space
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and collaborating cross-functionally across engineering, development, and finance
• Deep understanding of solar PV systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and distributed energy technologies (e.g., EV charging, microgrids)
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with asset-level budgeting, forecasting, and performance modeling
• Expertise in vendor management and contract negotiation with third-party O&M providers and software platforms
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, including client-facing reporting and relationship building with CRE owners
• Demonstrated ability to scale processes and systems using tools, data analytics, and innovative operational strategies
• Ability to travel approximately 25% for site visits, partner meetings, and industry events

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial and operational performance of Coast Energy’s portfolio of solar and battery storage assets, ensuring systems meet or exceed financial targets
• Build and manage a high-performing asset management team focused on accountability, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement
• Oversee and continuously improve all aspects of asset operations, including budget management, performance analytics, vendor oversight, and reporting
• Evaluate and negotiate contracts with third-party operators, O&M providers, and software vendors to maximize value and minimize costs
• Develop and manage asset-level budgets, forecasts, and financial models to track revenue, expenses, and profitability
• Ensure strict compliance with power purchase agreements (PPAs), tax equity requirements, permits, and other contractual obligations
• Provide white-glove stakeholder reporting and relationship management, especially with commercial real estate (CRE) offtakers
• Work cross-functionally with development, engineering, and finance teams to ensure alignment on system design and long-term performance strategies
• Identify and implement innovative tools, technologies, and partnerships to scale the asset management function without significantly increasing headcount
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to keep Coast ahead of the curve
• Travel (~25%) to visit operating assets, meet with partners, and attend industry conferences as needed

Benefits

$180k - $200k/year + annual performance bonus