Vice President, Operations & Maintenance

Vice President, Operations & Maintenance 

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers’ needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we now have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.  

The Vice President of Operations and Maintenance will lead site-related management and oversee collaboration with third-party contractors. This role is pivotal in maintaining operational alignment with the company's strategic goals, ensuring efficient site performance, and upholding safety and compliance standards across all operational activities. 

Responsibilities: 

• Champion the health and safety of team members and contractors, reinforcing a culture of safety across all operational activities;

• Provide strategic leadership by formulating and executing operational strategies that reflect the company’s mission and long-term objectives;

• Drive operational excellence, optimizing site performance through effective planning, process improvements, and adherence to best practices;

• Coordinate closely with the Executive Leadership Team to articulate and implement business objectives;

• Establish and refine operational protocols in collaboration with Human Resources, Legal, and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance and reliable asset operations;

• Maintain seamless integration with the Asset Management team to support sustained performance and fulfillment of contractual obligations;

• Direct management of internal and external operations and maintenance staff;

• Administer budgets, control expenses, and enhance resource efficiency;

• Ensure accurate and timely reporting to support contractual commitments and internal requirements;

• Foster leadership development within the Operations team to build and maintain a robust organizational structure;

• Guide the transition of assets from development and construction phases to commercial operations, ensuring quality standards are met;

• Contribute to due diligence processes for development projects and M&A activities;

• Other duties as assigned or required.

Key Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in management, engineering, or relevant field;

• An interest in the energy transition and an understanding of the North American electric utility industry;

• Extensive experience with utility-scale battery storage and PV solar systems;

• Aptitude for problem-solving, tackling unforeseen issues, and troubleshooting;

• Ability to communicate effectively in commercial and technical settings.

Compensation and Location: 

Salary: A base salary commensurate with experience. 

Bonus: An annual bonus will be awarded based on individual performance and the business's overall success. 

Benefits: Aypa offers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, paid parental leave, and other health/wellness benefits. 

Location: Austin, TX, or Remote. Ability to work and travel in the United States and Canada is a requirement.   

Travel: Candidate must be willing to travel 20% across the US and Canada. 

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all. 

Please note: We request that recruiting companies and agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this job posting. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in respecting our hiring process. Thank you.