Jay Dakof
About Jay Dakof
Jay Dakof is the Director of Design Services at Aurora Solar in the San Francisco Bay Area, with over 20 years of experience in the solar energy and design industry.
Current Role at Aurora Solar
Jay Dakof currently holds the position of Director of Design Services at Aurora Solar, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this role, Jay oversees the design service operations and ensures the optimization and quality control of solar design projects. His work involves strategic planning, team management, and streamlining the workflow to enhance efficiency and meet the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Aurora Solar
Before becoming the Director of Design Services, Jay Dakof served as the Senior Manager of Design Services from 2022 to 2023, and as the Design Operations Manager from 2021 to 2022 at Aurora Solar. In these roles, Jay was responsible for managing design teams, coordinating complex projects, and improving design operations. His contributions helped enhance service delivery and operational processes within the company.
Role at Solar Spectrum
Jay Dakof worked at Solar Spectrum as the Manager of Remote Solar Design from 2017 to 2021. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, he managed remote design operations and contributed to the development of efficient solar designs. His responsibilities included team leadership, project management, and ensuring compliance with design standards, which helped significantly in expanding the company's remote design capabilities.
Early Career and Education
Jay Dakof began his career in energy management shortly after earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Studies, with an emphasis in Energy Management and Design, from Sonoma State University in 2000. He transitioned from his role as an Energy Analyst at GABEL ENERGY in Berkeley, CA (1999-2004) to the solar design industry. This foundation laid the groundwork for his extensive career in solar energy and design services that spans over two decades.
Background and Diverse Experience
Jay Dakof has accumulated over 20 years of experience in the solar energy and design industry, working in various regions including Kansas City, Missouri, Oakland, CA, and Berkeley, CA, before settling in the San Francisco Bay Area. His professional journey includes roles in energy analysis, remote solar design, and business ownership. He co-owned and operated Pita Pit USA in Chico, CA from 2004 to 2011. This diverse background demonstrates Jay's flexibility and capability in both technical and managerial roles.