Regional Site Lead - Solar/BESS

Country USA State TEXAS City HOUSTON Workplace location HOUSTON(USA) Employer company TotalEnergies Renewables Domain Operations Type of contract Regular position Experience Minimum 10 years

Context & Environment

We are seeking a Regional Site Lead to oversee a portfolio of utility-scale photovoltaic solar and battery storage projects in southeast Texas (ERCOT Houston Hub). This is a pivotal, on-site field leadership role responsible for ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, technical performance, and operational excellence across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion Health, Safety & Environment (HSE): Enforce TERUSA’s HSE policies and ensure all contractors, vendors, and consultants operate to our rigorous standards.
• Operational Leadership: Manage daily operations, maintenance, and administrative activities for large-scale solar and BESS sites in the Houston region.
• Team Supervision: Oversee O&M contractors and equipment vendors, ensuring compliance with contracts, policies, and industry best practices.
• Technical Support: Guide and support third-party O&M contractors in troubleshooting, maintenance, and operations to maximize safety and efficiency.
• Stakeholder Relations: Foster strong relationships with landowners, suppliers, customers, service providers, governmental authorities, and contractors.
• Policy Development: Assist in developing internal operating policies, standards, and procedures.
• Work Environment: Expect approximately 70% outdoor and 30% indoor work, with exposure to varying weather conditions.

Activities

TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC (“TERUSA”) is on a mission to accelerate the global transition to clean energy. With ambitious targets to develop, acquire, construct, operate, and own utility-scale solar power plants (UPP) and energy storage systems (ESS), TERUSA is rapidly expanding its presence in the U.S.—a key market for our growth. Our strategy combines greenfield development and strategic acquisitions to build a robust portfolio of solar and storage assets.

Why Join?

• Be at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution.
• Lead impactful projects that drive sustainability and innovation.
• Grow your career with a global energy leader committed to safety, excelle