Hydropower Project Manager - Engineering & Construction

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P.; West Glens Falls (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. is seeking a Project Manager to lead engineering activities across multiple NY sites including Queensbury, Potsdam, Fulton and Watertown.

You will plan, organize and direct capital improvement projects for hydropower facilities, coordinating design, construction and commissioning with internal teams and external contractors. The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, 5+ years in project engineering, travel within New York and strong MS Office

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer license is not required but desirable.
• Minimum of five years in progressive project engineering experience.
• Core knowledge of construction techniques, project management and contract administration.
• Ability to travel within New York State.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design, specification, cost, construction and commissioning of capital improvement projects.
• Prepares tendering documents, reviews and comments on bid packages for design adequacy.
• Assist in capital and maintenance budget preparation; plan and prioritize budgeted work.
• Provide engineering support to operational staff to improve reliability and performance.
• Manage internal and external engineering resources for construction and permitting documents.
• Provide field inspection to ensure work complies with drawings, specs and codes.
• Conduct pre-bid and preconstruction meetings with contractors.
• Recommend corrective actions to management when issues arise.
• Apply Brookfield Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies; manage contracted work.
• Provide cost control and monthly spending forecasts.
• Ensure engineering records are stored for future reference.

Skills

Time management

Multi-project handling

Negotiation

Communication (oral & written)

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. is seeking a Project Manager to lead engineering activities across multiple NY sites including Queensbury, Potsdam, Fulton and Watertown.

You will plan, organize and direct capital improvement projects for hydropower facilities, coordinating design, construction and commissioning with internal teams and external contractors. The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, 5+ years in project engineering, travel within New York and strong MS Office