BESS Project Manager: Cross‑Functional Leader

Powin; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

FlexGen is seeking a Project Manager to join its operations organization to lead utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System projects from contract execution through commercial operation.

The role coordinates Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applications Engineering, Software Integration, Supply Chain, Construction, Commissioning, Commercial and Customer teams to deliver safe, on-schedule, within-budget outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in complex projects.
• Willingness to travel 10–20%.
• Knowledge of PMO governance and standard methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful execution of utility-scale 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

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

AI-driven tools

Travel willingness

Budget & schedule control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/related field

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

FlexGen is seeking a Project Manager to join its operations organization to lead utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System projects from contract execution through commercial operation.

The role coordinates Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applications Engineering, Software Integration, Supply Chain, Construction, Commissioning, Commercial and Customer teams to deliver safe, on-schedule, within-budget outcomes.