Lead Project Manager, Renewables (Independent Engineer) - REMOTE

Lensa; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 107,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Lead Project Manager in the renewables sector. You will coordinate teams, engage with clients, and tackle technical challenges in energy infrastructure. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a growing field, with a focus on solar and energy storage projects. Your expertise will help guide multi-disciplinary teams and ensure project success while fostering long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of energy industry or consulting experience.
• Independent Engineering (IE)/Owner's Engineering (OE) experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical due diligence on energy and infrastructure assets.
• Manage project and client relationships.
• Support business development by identifying new opportunities.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Consulting

Client Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

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Description

Lead Project Manager, Renewables (Solar/BESS, Independent Engineer)

Location: USA only - Remote or Hybrid

Our work focuses on enabling the development of and investment in energy infrastructure. As a Lead Project Manager, you will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, engage with clients, and expand our independent engineering and owner’s advisory practice. Join a team of industry experts to deliver high-value technical diligence support and develop solutions for technical and commercial challenges. You will work across energy technologies and engage with clients and stakeholders on industry opportunities.

Technical Advisory offers comprehensive services supporting strategic investments, portfolio management, operational planning, market developments, policy analyses, regulatory support, and customer engagement. We collaborate across divisions including Power and Gas Market, Environment and Planning, and Transportation and Sustainability. As a Lead Project Manager, you will leverage your experience in power markets, with a proven track record in technical consulting or utility industry results. You will engage directly with client decision-makers at managerial to senior levels. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

What You Will Do

• Conduct technical due diligence, support construction and project completion monitoring on energy and infrastructure assets.
• Manage project and client relationships.
• Provide technical input and direction to multi-disciplinary teams.
• Work within a collaborative team environment with diverse technical skills.
• Complete projects within agreed time and budget.
• Ensure client satisfaction and develop long-term relationships.
• Support business development, including identifying and pursuing new opportunities.
• Develop client proposals for new projects.
• Stay informed about market activities and industry trends.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil, Structural, Electrical, Mechanical).
• 8+ years of energy industry or consulting experience.
• 8+ years of site-based experience in engineering or managerial roles on utility-scale projects (solar, energy storage/BESS, biofuels, renewable tech).
• Experience as a senior project manager, managing projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Independent Engineering (IE)/Owner's Engineering (OE) experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% for onsite visits.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• 10-15+ years of related energy industry/consulting experience.
• 10-15+ years of site-based experience on utility-scale projects.
• Knowledge of commercial contracts related to project development (interconnection, off-take, supply, construction, O&M).
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team or independently.

We are building our team! Check out other opportunities if this one isn't a match:

• Individual Contributor (no direct reports): R2501137
• People Manager (direct reports): R2501136

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, combining expertise with cutting-edge technology to solve complex challenges. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. For more information, see our EEO policy.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities, veterans, or religious beliefs. To request an accommodation, email [e-mail].

Candidate AI Usage Policy

We are committed to a fair interview process. The use of AI tools to generate or assist responses during interviews is not permitted unless an accommodation is requested and approved.

Pay Range

The pay range is $107,936 - $183,491, based on experience, skills, location, and other factors.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management and IT
• Industries: IT Services and Consulting