Asset Manager - BESS

Our client is seeking an Asset Manager for their global battery storage business. In this pivotal role, you will prepare for and manage the operational phase of battery energy storage system (BESS) projects under construction and in operations within the UK and establish best practise and process for asset management globally. This role will be based in London with flexible working arrangements available.  ResponsibilitiesManage asset management platforms and provide oversight and reporting of all operational activities.Apply global asset management strategy and process at the country and project level.Work alongside construction delivery team to prepare for the operational phase of projectsPrepare Asset Management aspects of the project by negotiating operational contracts, making sure contractual and technical interfaces are well defined and processes and technical solutions are in place to drive performance.Ensure best-in class technical performance of BESS projects and create a feedback-loop with the trading team to maximise asset revenue.Active monitoring, management and reporting of asset performance to both internal stakeholders and external counterparties.Identification, tracking and management of all contractual and regulatory obligations associated with the operation phase of assets.Management of all project invoicing and market settlements where relevant.Ongoing management of project funding agreements.Management of procurement processes for all post-COD project-related contracts.Coordination and management of BOP, OEM, and other service contractors’ access to project sites.Assist in obtaining and maintaining necessary licenses (generation license etc.) for project operation.Manage compliance of the projects against their contracts and closely monitor Operations Risk Management (O&M contract; BESS service agreement, grid connection agreement, planning consent, environmental permits, asset management agreement).Manage operations budgets and revenue reporting to feed into project budgets.Provide reporting on all financial performance and revenue performance aspects that are closely linked to the technical performance of the project.Prepare reporting for the company board, project lenders and other stakeholders.Lead ongoing progress meetings and internal meetings.Provide briefings and project updates on a regular basis to relevant stakeholders. Requirements Extensive asset management experience across renewable and/or non-renewable assets.A level of technical knowledge across generation assets, ideally BESS.A strong understanding of best-in-class asset management processes, platforms, and reporting.Experience in managing senior stakeholders and reporting.Well-developed commercial and contract management business acumen.An understanding of the UK electricity markets and grid operations. Operational Targets – 3 – 6 – 12 months3 MonthsFamiliar with internal compliance management and performance management systemsFamiliar with key contracts, standard trading protocols and site operationsAttending construction meetings for upcoming projects and preparing for handover to operationsParticipating in regular progress meetingsContributing to regular reporting, attendance at board meetings6 MonthsActive monitoring of site performance and trading revenues.Managing handover of construction projects into operations phase.Management of key contractors, leading regular progress meetings.Managing operational budgets and regular reporting, contributing at board meetings12 Months:Actively pursuing optimisation opportunities to maximise revenue in conjunction with Technical and Commercial teams.Involved with contract review, procurement and negotiation for future projectsForecasting operational budgets and involved with contract review and negotiationResponsible for delivery of regular reporting and delivering board updates.