Project Operations Associate

Base is America’s next-generation power company. We’re rebuilding the foundation of modern civilization–electricity–by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries that is transforming today’s fragile, centralized grid into a resilient and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving some of the most complex, interdisciplinary challenges of our time.

Base Power Company is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Operations Assistant to drive the critical pre-installation stages of our battery deployments. This role is responsible for ensuring that all necessary permits and interconnection agreements are secured efficiently to facilitate a smooth installation process. The Deployment Operations Assistant will be the primary liaison for permitting with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and utilities, expertly navigating complex requirements and timelines. This role is crucial for maintaining a healthy project pipeline and enabling Base Power’s rapid growth.

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What You'll Do

• Prepare and submit all necessary permit applications and interconnection agreements to the relevant AHJs and utility companies

• Proactively manage and resolve challenging interactions with AHJs, including addressing and overcoming rejected permits and navigating unique local requirements

• Expertly handle off-nominal permit processes, developing creative and effective strategies to keep projects on track when standard procedures are insufficient

• Maintain a clean and meticulously organized project pipeline, ensuring the timely submission and tracking of all required documentation from initial application to final approval

• Report out key metrics on pipeline health, providing clear visibility into permit statuses, timelines, and potential bottlenecks to inform strategic decisions

• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on permit and interconnection processes, providing guidance to the broader team

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key personnel at various municipalities and utilities

• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to increase the speed and efficiency of the permitting and interconnection lifecycle

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of experience in permit coordination, project coordination, or a similar role, preferably within the solar, battery, construction, or utility sectors

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clear and professional customer interactions

• Experience scheduling and coordinating with external stakeholders (e.g., inspectors, utility representatives)

• Proficiency in managing documentation and utilizing online portals

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively address potential roadblocks

• Ability to track and analyze data to identify trends and improve processes

About the Team

The Deployment Operations team is responsible for driving every project from contract to installation readiness, ensuring Base Power can scale quickly without sacrificing quality or speed. This team owns the full pre-installation pipeline, including permitting, interconnection, and coordination with local jurisdictions and utilities across multiple markets. They operate at the intersection of operations, regulatory, and field execution—turning complex, often inconsistent requirements into a standardized, repeatable process that keeps installs moving. Success on this team is measured by pipeline health, cycle times, and the ability to unblock projects before they impact installation schedules. Team members are highly detail-oriented, thrive in ambiguity, and take pride in solving operational challenges that directly enable Base Power’s growth and customer experience.

• First Principles Thinking: Question assumptions. Principles > rules.

• Operate at Base Pace: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing.

• Give & Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble, and maintain a growth mindset.

• Everyone’s an Owner: Follow through on commitments and own results.

• Strong Opinions, Loosely Held: Drive clarity and make calls with imperfect information.

• Committed to the Mission: Rebuilding the grid is a big challenge. We work hard because we care deeply about the impact we’re creating. We work in-person. It’s not a 9-to-5. We are all-in.

• Fun & Optimism Coexist with Grit: Collaboration and celebration coincide with the intensity of building real things.