BESS Project Management Consultant (level 2)

Apex Systems, LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401K

HSA

EAP

Discount programs

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems seeks a Project Management Consultant to lead pre-construction for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System projects. You will optimize engineering scope, finances, and regulatory alignment while coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

You will support PPA/GIA negotiations, develop robust financial models, and present them to executives for budget approval. A strong background in energy projects and PM tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in large-scale energy projects.
• Proficiency with PM tools and advanced Excel; experience with PPAs/ESAs and regulatory documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced pre-construction planning for utility-scale BESS projects and optimize scope and feasibility.
• Coordinate matrixed project teams to focus on scheduled activities and deliverables.
• Engage with environmental, regulatory, land, interconnection, and other variables for development.
• Support PPA/GIA negotiations and regulator requirements during development.
• Develop financial models, present to executives, and manage approvals.

Skills

Project management tools

Advanced Excel

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Google Earth

Job description

# BESS Project Management Consultant (level 2)Apply**Job#: 3058180****Job Description:**Renewable Energy Project Manager level 2**Location:** Juno Beach, FloridaRole OverviewThis organization is seeking a Project Manager to lead advanced technical, financial, and regulatory planning for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from early development through construction readiness. The role requires the application of advanced engineering, economic, and project management principles to optimize project scope, risk allocation, and financial feasibility across highly complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will join a growing pre-construction team focused on unique energy storage initiatives, ensuring seamless project execution and transition to construction.Key Responsibilities* Lead advanced pre-construction planning and optimization for utility-scale BESS projects, integrating engineering design, financial modeling, procurement strategy, and regulatory constraints to support executive investment decisions.* Manage critical coordination of highly matrixed project development teams to ensure resources are focused on scheduled activities.* Coordinate with environmental, regulatory, cultural, land acquisition, interconnection, and other project variables to ensure comprehensive development.* Develop and optimize the technical scope and variables of the project to improve both technical and financial feasibility.* Support origination and development teams with Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) and Generator Interconnection Agreement (GIA) negotiations, as well as jurisdictional requirements.* Coordinate engineering, estimating, and procurement needs to support the development of financial models and project designs.* Actively seek out and leverage market data to ensure the financial model is robust.* Present financial models to respective business units and manage them through executive budget approvals.* Competitively source, negotiate, and execute commercial contracts for critical services, including geotechnical, survey, engineering, and EPC/PC construction services.* Represent Engineering & Construction interests on assigned projects and utilize software applications to manage critical data, budget capitalization, scheduling, and key indicators.* Maintain active communication with executive leadership, suppliers, regulatory agencies, local communities, and other stakeholders.* Ensure seamless handover of projects moving to the construction stage with an inclusive and executable plan.Required Qualifications**Education:** Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field relatable to renewable energy.**Experience:** Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a focus on engineering, economics, or construction within large-scale energy projects or a similar technical industry.**Technical Skills:** Proficiency in Project Management tools and advanced Excel. Proven experience reviewing long legal documents containing technical requirements, such as Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Energy Saving Agreements (ESAs). Practical experience with battery or solar projects is required.Preferred Qualifications* Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degrees.* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.* Strong project scheduling, budgeting, and estimating skills.* EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) or field-based experience.* Proficiency in utilizing Google Earth.* Excellent communication skills and a proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Juno Beach, FL, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** November 3, 2026**Pay Range:** $55 - $65 per hour