Senior Project Manager, Solar & Battery Storage Construction
Overview
Own end-to-end delivery of utility-scale Solar-DG and Battery Storage projects from development through turnover. You will lead multi-million-dollar construction efforts, manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors, and report directly to executive stakeholders. Working with a collaborative team of engineers and construction experts, you'll drive projects that power communities and advance clean energy. This role demands a hands-on leader who thrives on complex problem-solving and stakeholder alignment.
What You'll Do8
- 1Drive all phases of Solar-DG and Battery Storage projects from site assessment to commissioning and turnover to O&M
- 2Build and maintain project schedules, cost estimates, budgets, and bills of materials, ensuring alignment with scope and financial targets
- 3Lead contract negotiations with subcontractors and vendors, securing favorable terms and managing change orders
- 4Supervise field teams to enforce safety, quality, and performance standards across engineering, procurement, and construction
- 5Manage internal and external resources, coordinating with Engineers, Business Development, and Investors to meet milestones
- 6Represent projects to customers, grid operators, and local authorities, handling permits and regulatory approvals
- 7Control project scope, schedule, and budget, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
- 8Track progress and report metrics to leadership, using MS Project and Excel for scheduling and forecasting
Requirements10
- 15+ years managing large-scale engineering and construction projects, with 3+ years specifically in Solar-DG or Battery Storage
- 2Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
- 3Proven track record of overseeing multi-million-dollar project budgets and schedules
- 4Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel for cost tracking and Project for scheduling
- 5Hands-on experience with permitting processes and local authority coordination
- 6Excellent negotiation skills with subcontractors, vendors, and regulatory bodies
- 7Ability to travel overnight 25%+ of the time for site visits and project meetings
- 8Strong leadership and communication skills, with ability to manage cross-functional teams
- 9PMP certification or working knowledge of PMBOK preferred
- 10Demonstrated risk management and problem-solving in high-pressure situations
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