Job Description

for a PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) - Manager

in a Solar EPC or Renewable Energy company

Job Title:

PPA Executive / Manager

Department:

Commercial / Legal / Business Development

Location:

[Karnataka}

Job Summary:

The PPA Executive/Manager is responsible for managing, drafting, negotiating, and executing Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with DISCOMs, third-party consumers, or captive consumers. The role also involves coordinating with regulatory bodies and ensuring compliance with applicable energy laws and tariff regulations.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

PPA Management:

Draft, review, and finalize Power Purchase Agreements (PPA), Wheeling & Banking Agreements, and other related contracts. Ensure timely execution and registration of PPAs with concerned DISCOMs and regulatory authorities.

Coordination with Utilities:

Liaise with DISCOMs, SLDCs, and state electricity regulatory commissions (SERCs) for PPA approvals, scheduling, and other obligations. Coordinate with KPTCL or other state-level transmission utilities for open access, wheeling, or grid connectivity if applicable.

Regulatory & Compliance:

Ensure compliance with applicable policies, guidelines, and tariff orders. Monitor changes in renewable energy policies and regulatory frameworks.

Project Support:

Support project development and business teams by providing regulatory and commercial inputs. Assist in the due diligence process during project acquisitions or partnerships.

Commercial Analysis:

Evaluate tariff structures, commercial risks, and financial viability of proposed PPAs. Maintain updated documentation for PPA portfolios and associated obligations.

Documentation & Reporting:

Maintain records of all executed PPAs, amendments, and key contractual deadlines. Prepare and submit reports to management on PPA status, timelines, and risks.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Law, Engineering, or Commerce; MBA or LLB is a plus. 3-7 years of experience in PPA management or commercial roles in the renewable energy industry. Sound understanding of electricity laws, open access, captive rules, and DISCOM processes. Excellent negotiation, communication, and drafting skills. Familiarity with Karnataka's regulatory framework (especially KPTCL and KERC) is an added advantage.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?30,000.00 - ?50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person