BESS PM: Lead CrossFunctional Energy Deployments

FlexGen Power Systems, Inc.; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

FlexGen is seeking a Project Manager to join its operations organization. Reporting to the Director of Project Management, this position leads the execution of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from contract to operation, driving consistent project execution across the organization.

The Project Manager serves as the primary integrator across Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applications Engineering, Software Integration, Supply Chain, Construction, Commissioning,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, business, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience using AI-driven tools to streamline processes and improve performance.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience leading complex engineering, EPC, energy, or industrial infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful execution of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from contract execution through commercial operation, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, budget, and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as the primary cross-functional leader, coordinating Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applications Engineering, Software Integration, Supply Chain, Field Operations, Commissioning, Commercial, and Customer teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and execute integrated project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resource planning, risk management, and change control.
• Drive PMO governance by implementing standardized project management methodologies, reporting, stage-gate reviews, and executive project communications across assigned projects.
• Lead customer, executive, and cross-functional project reviews, proactively identifying risks, resolving issues, and driving timely decision-making.
• Ensure alignment between commercial commitments, engineering deliverables, operational readiness, procurement activities, and customer expectations to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by capturing lessons learned, improving project execution processes, and promoting best practices across the PMO organization.
• Build strong relationships with customers, EPC partners, OEMs, and internal stakeholders while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and execution excellence.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

AI-assisted workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related

PMP certification preferred

Tools

AI-driven tools

PM software

Job description

FlexGen is seeking a Project Manager to join its operations organization. Reporting to the Director of Project Management, this position leads the execution of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from contract to operation, driving consistent project execution across the organization.

The Project Manager serves as the primary integrator across Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applications Engineering, Software Integration, Supply Chain, Construction, Commissioning,