BESS Project Management Consultant (level 2)

Apex Systems; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

ESPP & 401K after 12 months

HSA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount programs

On-demand training & leadership course

Discounts with associations (CompTIA/I

Dedicated consultant service

Career coaching

Job summary

Apex Systems in Juno Beach, Florida seeks a Renewable Energy Project Manager level 2 to lead pre-construction planning for utility-scale BESS projects. You will optimize engineering, economics, and regulatory aspects to support executive decisions.

The role requires strong project management, Excel-based financial modeling, and experience with PPAs/GSAs; coordination across environmental, regulatory, and interconnection processes is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related renewable energy field.
• 5+ years in project management for large-scale energy projects with engineering/economics focus.
• Proficient with Excel and Project Management tools; able to review long PPAs/ESAs.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction planning and optimization for utility-scale BESS projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and regulatory constraints.
• Support PPA and GIA negotiations and regulatory requirements.
• Present financial models to executives and manage budgets.
• Ensure handover to construction with a clear plan.

Skills

Project management

Financial modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related field

Tools

Excel

Google Earth

Job description

Renewable Energy Project Manager level 2

Job#: 3058180

Location: Juno Beach, Florida

Role Overview

This 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program with company match after 12 months.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program and certification prep access.
• Library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and perks to associations including CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for consultants.
• Certified Career Coach.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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