Application Guide
How to Apply for Director, Partner Operations
at Haven Energy
🏢 About Haven Energy
Haven Energy is accelerating the deployment of solar and storage to build a stable, climate-resilient electric grid. They are uniquely positioned at the intersection of clean energy and grid modernization, offering a mission-driven culture with high growth potential in the booming virtual power plant (VPP) space.
About This Role
As Director of Partner Operations, you will own the entire lifecycle of Haven's national contractor network, from sourcing to performance management. This role is critical to scaling installation quality and ensuring VPP asset health, directly impacting the reliability of the grid and the company's growth trajectory.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve reviewing partner performance dashboards, meeting with underperforming contractors to develop improvement plans, and collaborating with the product team on commissioning data quality. You'll also spend time sourcing new partners in target markets and negotiating contracts to expand the network.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Haven Energy Is Looking For
- 10+ years experience in partner operations or contractor network management, with a proven track record of scaling a national network in a high-growth environment.
- Deep knowledge of the electrical contracting industry, including licensing, field operations, and EPC business models.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets to design and manage partner scorecards and KPI frameworks.
- Experience with root cause analysis and driving performance improvement plans for contractors.
📝 Tips for Applying to Haven Energy
Highlight specific examples of building or scaling a contractor network from scratch or in a high-growth phase.
Quantify your impact: e.g., 'Managed 50+ contractors across 10 states, improving on-time completion by 20%'.
Show familiarity with VPPs and battery storage; mention any experience with distributed energy resources or grid services.
Tailor your resume to emphasize analytical tools (Excel, SQL, BI tools) and partner performance metrics.
In your cover letter, directly address how you would design a partner scorecard for installation quality and commissioning accuracy.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your experience scaling contractor networks and driving quality improvements.', 'Your understanding of the electrical contracting industry and its operational challenges.', 'Your analytical approach to partner performance management (scorecards, KPIs, root cause analysis).', "Your passion for clean energy and grid resilience, and why Haven's mission resonates with you."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Read Haven Energy's blog and press releases to understand their VPP partnerships and market expansion.
- → Study the company's product offerings (battery systems) and how they integrate with utilities.
- → Look into the competitive landscape: other companies in the solar+storage installation space.
- → Review recent industry trends in virtual power plants and grid services to speak fluently during interviews.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Being too generic about partner management without specific contractor/EPC experience.
- Overlooking the importance of data and analytics; this role requires a metrics-driven mindset.
- Failing to connect your experience to the clean energy context; show genuine interest in the mission.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!