Cluster Head

About SolarSquare:

At SolarSquare we are building the Home-Energy brand of future India. We help homes switch to rooftop solar and move away from traditional coal electricity. We are a full-stack D2C residential solar brand - designing, installing, maintaining (after-sales) and financing solar systems for home-owners across India.

In 3 years we have scaled to become the leading residential solar brand in India. We are obsessed with quality, customer service and innovating to make it simple for homes to switch to solar. We are looking for leaders to join us in this mission.

Role Purpose:

The Cluster Head will be responsible for the end-to-end management of all solar assets (Rooftop, CHS, C&I) within the Mumbai region. This includes overseeing project execution (EPC), managing regional P&L, and leading a team of engineers and managers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Execution (EPC) & Delivery

• Timeline Management: Ensure all new solar installations in the cluster are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality standards.
• Vendor Management: Negotiate with and manage local sub-contractors, equipment suppliers, and labor teams.
• Safety (HSE): Enforce strict Health, Safety, and Environment protocols across all active sites.

2. Regional Liaising & Compliance

• Utility Coordination: Lead interactions with MSEDCL, BEST, Tata Power, and Adani Electricity for net-metering approvals, grid connectivity, and CEIG inspections.
• Regulatory Updates: Stay updated on Maharashtras solar policies, subsidies (e.g., PM Surya Ghar Yojana), and MERC regulations.
• Statutory Approvals: Manage documentation for IOD/CC/OC and other municipal clearances.

3. Team Leadership & Financial Management

• People Management: Mentor a team of Site Engineers, O&M Managers, and Liaison Officers.
• Budgeting: Manage regional OPEX/CAPEX budgets and drive cost-optimization initiatives.
• Revenue Assurance: Coordinate with the billing team to ensure timely invoicing and collections.

Requirements:

• Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical or Electronics Engineering. An MBA in Operations or Power Management is highly preferred.
• Experience: 610 years in the solar industry, with at least 5 years in a regional or cluster leadership role.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep expertise in Inverters, Transformers, HT/LT panels, and PV module technology. Familiarity with PVSyst or Helioscope is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills.
• Language: Fluency in English and Hindi. Proficiency in Marathi is a significant advantage for local authority liaising.