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Job Description: Senior Human Resources Manager

Reports to: Vice-President Human Resources & General Affairs

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Human Resources Manager is the main HR business partner for OCI Solar Power. They are responsible for contributing and supporting the strategic and operational Human Resources needs of the organization. The Senior Human Resources Manager plans, directs, and coordinates human resources department functions to ensure the organizations are well positioned to achieve the overall business goals. They work directly with the organization’s leadership, managers, and employees. The Senior HR Manager is responsible for all aspects of human resources to include: employee relations, employee development, compensation and benefits administration, performance management, and organizational development. They are also responsible for overseeing recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of employees and contractors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides support to departments with the implementation, administration, and delivery of programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company.
• Builds strong and trusted relationships with executive leaders, managers, employees, and third-party providers.
• Partners closely with executive leaders and department managers to ensure the consistent and fair resolution of employee relations issues.
• Provides counseling to leaders on managing performance issues and partners with them on corrective actions and resolution.
• Coaches Managers in their communication, feedback, recognition and interaction responsibilities with employees.
• Assists managers with improving employee performance by identifying and evaluating potential solutions.
• Develops and implements human resources policies and procedures; answers questions and provides guidance to department managers and employees regarding policies and procedures.
• Assists with change management, coaching and development of company leaders.
• Applies HR strategies around employee engagement, employee relations, and employee culture to positively impact the company.
• Develops and implements programs to promote employee engagement and retention.
• Participates in meetings within respective departments to proactively develop solutions to support business strategy and to establish and maintain productive internal and external working relationships.
• Oversees all recruitment sourcing and candidate screening activities.
• Ensures new hires and contractors receive the appropriate orientation and complete the required trainings within designated timeframe.
• Recommends, evaluates, and participates in training and development for all employees.
• Administers worker’s compensation program and unemployment compensation procedures by filing appropriate claims/reports in a timely manner.
• Administers benefits programs to include issue resolution, change notifications, responding to inquiries, and communicating information to employees.
• Responsible for processing payroll and completing post-payroll activities within specified timelines.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning all areas of human resources.
• Provides support for any internal or external HR audits.
• Responsible for developing and supervising any direct reports and temporary HR staff.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field of study. Master’s degree preferred.
• Seven (7) to Ten (10) years of Human Resources experience required.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification preferred.
• Previous experience with UKG HR and Payroll system or other related HRIS is required.
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of human resources administration.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze, interpret and explain various human resources topics.
• Ability to influence and obtain buy-in at various levels.
• Must be credible and approachable.

DESCRIPTION:

 Market Intelligence and Analytics Manager

Reports to:  Director of Project Development 

OCI Solar Power is a respected developer, owner, and operator of utility scale solar & energy storage sites. We are seeking a Market Intelligence and Analytics Manager to provide support for a growing organization in a fast paced environment. This position provides a perfect opportunity for a professional looking for interesting work within a growing cohesive team, the ability to expand their experience and contribute to the corporation’s success.

SUMMARY:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• • • Conduct ongoing in-depth surveillance of energy market dynamics, ensuring that OCI Solar Power remains abreast of any emerging shifts or trends in the industry.
    • Delve deep into market data, dissecting it to uncover emerging trends, potential opportunities, and challenges, and ensuring the information is used to inform company strategy and operations.
    • Stay continually updated with changes in the regulatory environment, interpreting how these shifts might impact the energy sector and, more specifically, OCI Solar Power’s strategic positioning in the market.
    • Ensure a comprehensive understanding of new legislative actions affecting the renewable energy market, communicating the implications, and suggesting potential courses of action.
    • Grasp and integrate the technical nuances of market dynamics into strategic decisions, always ensuring that the technical perspective is well-represented in planning sessions.
    • Examine the financial intricacies of the energy market, considering diverse factors such as tariffs, subsidies, and market incentives, and predicting how these could influence future company projects.
    • Conduct a thorough assessment of the competitive landscape, pinpointing key players, dissecting their strategies, and identifying potential opportunities or threats for OCI Solar Power in both the short and long term.
    • Regularly provide actionable insights derived from rigorous analysis, helping to shape, refine, and evolve the company’s overarching market strategy in a dynamic environment.
    • Offer analytical support for project development planning, ensuring every plan aligns with current market trends and the predicted future landscape of the energy sector.
    • Consistently generate detailed reports and presentations that not only present market intelligence findings but also delve into their implications for the company, suggesting potential strategic shifts or initiatives.
    • Engage with a broad spectrum of industry stakeholders, participating in conferences, association meetings, forums, workshops, and meetings to gain firsthand market insights and establish OCI Solar Power as a key player in industry discussions.
    • Forge strong collaborative ties with other departments, ensuring that every department’s approach to market analysis and strategy formulation is in sync, holistic, and well-coordinated.
    • Commit to continuous learning, keeping an eye out for emerging tools, methodologies, and best practices in market intelligence and analytics, ensuring the company remains at the cutting edge.
    • Proactively identify potential risks lurking in the market landscape, conducting thorough risk assessments, and providing well-researched recommendations to navigate and mitigate them effectively.
    • Conduct ad hoc research on special topics to support decision-making

QUALIFICATIONS:

• • • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Science, or a related field; a Master’s degree in Business Administration or Market Analysis would be a significant advantage.
    • Minimum of 3 years of experience in market intelligence, analytics, or a closely related role, preferably within the renewable energy sector or a similar industry.
    • A self-starter that can work independently on projects and key deliverables.
    • Advanced proficiency with MS Office programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
    • Must possess excellent research and analytical abilities with capacity to effectively convey conclusions and recommendations.
    • Familiarity with the regulatory and legislative environment related to the renewable energy sector.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a track record of producing detailed reports and presenting findings to senior leadership.
    • Proven capability to think strategically and link market insights to actionable business strategies and operational planning.
    • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams and foster a collaborative work environment.

OCI Solar Power LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. OCI Solar Power LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

DESCRIPTION:

OCI Solar Power, headquartered in San Antonio, TX, is a respected provider of solar power, plant developer, owner, and operator. We are seeking a Project Development Manager to provide support for a growing organization in a fast-paced environment. This role provides a perfect opportunity for a professional looking for interesting work within a small cohesive team, the ability to expand their experience and contribute to the corporation’s success.

SUMMARY: 

Under general supervision by Director of Project Development, the Project Development Manager will develop, lead and manage all aspects of land and project development for OCI’s current and future projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Develop and manage all aspects of land development for OCI’s current and future projects.
• Conduct real estate research to identify sites that are suitable for developing new projects for utility and DG scale projects, that includes but not limited to, conducting due diligence for zoning, flood-zoning, commercial terms, interconnection, tax abatements, mineral title, mineral rights waivers, easements, ROW, crossing agreements, oil & gas infrastructure, accommodation agreements, FAA, environmental studies, ESA Phase I and Phase II, title insurance coordination, ALTA surveys, environmental and jurisdiction permitting, appraisal reports, wetland identification, protected species, archeological, hazardous material, road and highway access, geotechnical, topo, hydrology, etc.
• Conduct real estate search to determine the land with most preferable commercial terms for OCI projects, and coordinate with landowners, agents, and/or assigned lawyers as required to discuss commercial terms, and manage the process to finalize an agreements.
• Perform zoning and use-of-land search to ensure the sites are suitable for future solar farms development according to the applicable jurisdictional requirement.
• Perform preliminary interconnection analysis to determine the available transmission, or distribution lines (as applicable) in the vicinity of the potential sites.
• Coordinate with the surveyors to perform surveys (ALTA, TOPO, etc.) for the potential lands to identify the site boundaries, and associated infrastructures.
• Conduct or coordinate mineral title search to identify the stakeholders for the applicable site(s), and perform assessment of title risk and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with applicable entities to negotiate terms and execute agreements to cross existing infrastructure facilities on the sites.
• Coordinate with applicable landowners/entities to negotiate terms and execute agreements to ensure easement and/or right-of-way rights.
• Coordinate with applicable entities to negotiate terms and execute agreements to ensure accommodation agreements.
• Coordinate with mineral right owners to request, or negotiate (as applicable) the waiver terms and agreements.
• Coordinate with interconnection engineers or subcontractors to identify the load capacity of the transmission, or distribution lines.
• Coordinate with environmental consultant subcontractors to perform preliminary environmental studies, ESA Phase I, and ESA Phase II as applicable.
• Conduct flood zoning search to ensure the subject site(s) are not located on flooding zone.
• Coordinate with consultant contractors to perform preliminary and/or final geotechnical and hydrological studies.
• Coordinate with the applicable jurisdictions (federal, state, county, city, courts, DOT, etc.) to acquire specific permits required for projects.
• Conduct FAA analysis and apply and acquire applicable permits.
• Conduct wetland search, and coordinate with environmental consultants to identify if there are jurisdictional requirements.
• Coordinate with applicable jurisdictions or local tax consultants to; pre-determine (pre-conclude) tax abatement benefits for the applicable jurisdictions, apply for tax abatements, attend town hall meetings as needed, negotiate terms, and execute agreements.
• Coordinate with the title insurance company to coordinate title underwriting issues relating to land ownership and title policies, and purchase the required insurance for the sites.
• Cross-function with business development team to understand and synchronize on the project requirement in terms of specifications, and timelines.
• Cross-function with legal team to discuss and negotiate the terms of the agreements.
• Cross-function with finance team to share the cost assumptions and projections.
• Cross-function with EPC contractors to finalize the design layout, and address the applicable permits process and requirements.
• Coordinate with real-estate agents/brokers to perform the lease/buy/sell process as applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Energy or related field
• 4 – 5 years of active and hands-on experience in Solar Project Development (Real Estate)
• Previous Landman experience is a strong preference
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills is a must
• Written and verbal skills are vital in dealing with individuals as well as groups
• Negotiation experience is a must
• Basic legal and contractual experience is a must
• Ability to work independently or as part of a high-performing team
• Must be able to manage various tasks simultaneously in order to accomplish desired objectives. Land acquisition requires managing a variety of competing interests to include risks, costs and relationships.
• Effective public presentation
• Must be familiar with public land records and how to research ownership.
• Must be familiar with land use issues.
• Must be familiar with the survey and land engineering knowledge
• Must be familiar with crossing, easements, ROW, leasing, land acquisitions, and mineral waivers agreements.
• Must be familiar with environmental studies, ESA, and RECs
• Must be familiar with tax abatements terms, and process.
• Solid experience with jurisdictional entities on numerous basis is a must
• Must have hands-on experience with obtaining permits from applicable jurisdictions
• Knowledge about interconnection, transmission, and distribution lines is a preference.
• Knowledge about geotechnical and hydrological studies is a preference.
• Must be familiar with the title underwriting process
• Travel required, up to 50%

OCI Solar Power LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. OCI Solar Power LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Job Description: Staff Accountant  

Reports to:  Accounting Manager

OCI Solar Power is a utility scale solar and energy storage systems developer, owner, and operator. We are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to provide support for a growing organization in a fast-paced environment. This position is located in San Antonio, Texas and provides a perfect opportunity for a professional looking for interesting work within a cohesive team, the ability to expand their experience and directly contribute to the corporation’s success.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision by the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant maintains all Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. This position will also be responsible for some Cash reconciliations and reporting, Fixed Assets and routine/basic accounting journal entries.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Sort and perform two-way matching of Invoices and Purchase Orders and code invoices to multiple companies
• Complete weekly check runs and process wire payments
• Resolve accounts payable issues as needed
• Invoice Accounts Receivable and record cash receipts
• Scan and file Invoices and Purchase Orders in proper files in a timely manner
• Analyze and process travel and entertainment expense reports
• Maintain the fixed assets sub ledger
• Make independent recommendations for adjustments to monthly accruals
• Maintain good accounting records which can be used for reporting
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• One ( 1) or more years of Accounting experience
• Experience should include accounts payable, accounts receivable and fixed assets
• Previous experience working with Partnerships and/or LLCs a plus
• Background in Construction and/or Renewable industry a plus
• Strong analytical and problem resolution skills
• Self-starter with effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a growing team environment
• Oracle experience a plus

DESCRIPTION:

Project Development Intern

Reports to: Manager, Development Engineering

OCI Solar Power is a respected developer, owner, and operator of utility scale solar & energy storage sites. We are seeking a Project Development Intern to provide support for a growing organization in a dynamic environment. This position provides a perfect opportunity for a professional looking for interesting work within a growing cohesive team, the ability to expand their experience and contribute to the corporation’s success.

SUMMARY: 

The Project Development Intern is responsible for assisting with analysis, understanding, and summary of the energy market dynamics. Assist with leasing process and assist in contexts of regulatory, policy, legislative, technical, emerging technologies, and competitiveness to inform, refine, and enhance the strategy and planning for project development at OCI Solar Power.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Coordinate diligence & analysis of proposed sites including wetland, soil, structural analysis, etc.
• Conduct site prospecting using GIS software and third-party tools/maps to identify, analyze, and summarize locations for solar projects, and work on outreach efforts with landowners.
• Coordinate with land outreach team to be up to date on current lease negotiations.
• Collaborate on development of market prospecting strategies with the team.
• Maintain market prospecting database for specific markets.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Science, or a related field; a master’s degree in business administration.
• Experience in market intelligence, analytics, or a closely related role in renewable energy sector or a similar industry is a plus.
• A self-starter that can work independently on projects and key deliverables.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Must possess excellent research and critical thinking skills with capacity to effectively convey conclusions and recommendations.
• Familiarity with the regulatory and legislative environment related to the renewable energy sector a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a track record of producing detailed reports and presenting findings.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams and foster a collaborative work environment.

OCI Solar Power LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. OCI Solar Power LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.