Operations Project Manager in Minneapolis

Energy Jobline ZR; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspenall Energies Services, LLC is seeking an Operations Project Manager to oversee field operations for renewable energy projects across development, operation, and repowering stages. The role emphasizes safety, vendor coordination, and cross‑functional collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will manage POs, invoices, budgets, and schedules while traveling to operating sites to ensure quality and timelines are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, construction management or related field.
• 2+ years in renewable energy operations, project coordination, or field services.
• Ability to manage schedules, POs, invoices, and budgets.
• Proficiency with Excel, pivot tables, and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track maintenance, repairs, and inspections at operating projects.
• Travel to sites to supervise work, drive efficiency, and report findings.
• Manage stakeholder communications and onboarding activities for projects.
• Support PO creation, budget impact reviews, and invoice reconciliation.
• Maintain operational records and generate monthly performance data.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Contract management

Excel proficiency

Data reporting

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

SCADA

Microsoft Excel

Power BI / data tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Operations Project Manager

Summary:

Aspenall Energies Services, LLC is committed to combating climate change through a portfolio of

decentralized renewable energy projects that it owns and manages across all stages—from

development and operation to repowering and decommissioning. We are guided by five core values:

candor in our communications, courage in our decisions, compassion in ourrelationships,

collaboration in our approach, and carefulness in our execution. These principles shape our culture

and drive everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

Field operations, contractor coordination, and quality oversight:

• Coordinate and track scheduled and corrective maintenance, repairs and inspections at operating projects in alignment with schedules, site priorities and safety requirements.
• Routinely travel to operating projects to supervise work in progress, drive suppliers and contractors towards efficiency and expediency, verify prompt completion against approved scope, identify documentation or quality gaps, drive contractors and suppliers to correct deficiencies and report findings to internal teams and contractors.
• Track and ensure resolution of open operational events and maintain clear status visibility.
• Escalate technical, safety, budget, scope, or schedule issues to the Technical Director or COO as appropriate.
• Ensure safety and compliance with rules, procedures, and relevant laws and ordinances are maintained at all sites.

Stakeholder and project relationship management:

• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for site personnel, contractors, vendors, landowners, local representatives, and other project stakeholders within assigned authority.
• Maintain clear and proactive communication with site personnel, vendors, landowners and other stakeholders regarding upcoming work, outages, access requirements, schedules, site impacts, and changes in a timely manner.
• Document stakeholder concerns, commitments, requests, and follow-up actions; coordinate internally to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain and update stakeholder information (e.g., landowners, vendors, contractors, regulatory contacts) to ensure current and reliable contact and account details.
• Coordinate operational onboarding and transition activities for projects entering the operating portfolio through development, acquisition, or repowering.

Purchase orders, budgets, and invoices support:

• Support the creation and reconciliation of purchase orders (POs) for operational activities and services, helping ensure accuracy of scope, pricing, coding, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with reviewing the anticipated budget impact of POs and request budget modifications or re‑classifications as necessary.
• Support the verification and reference contractual documentation as needed to confirm scope, commercial terms, and other obligations related to POs, invoices, and project activities.
• Support the reconciliation of vendor invoices against POs and contracts, flag discrepancies or unexpected charges, missing documentation, or scope concerns and work with internal teams and vendors to resolve issues.

Data, reporting, & Operational Controls:

• Support the downloading and compilation of SCADA, metering, maintenance and other operational information to support reporting inputs including but not limited to monthly performance reports, compliance filing templates, energy tracking and draft energy invoices.
• Build and maintain Excel‑based tracking tools, project dashboards, schedules, action registers and operational reports (e.g., using formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and charts) to support operations, compliance, and financial review.
• Support with facilitating project and operations meetings; prepare agendas, maintain action registers, document decisions, and communicate follow-up responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate project and operational records, including reports, work documentation, change requests, insurance documentation, project archives, and stakeholder records.
• Map workflows, identify recurring bottlenecks and control gaps, and recommend improved procedures, templates, and tracking mechanisms, and support implementation of improvements.
• Other support and administrative activities as assigned.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, construction management, business, operations, finance, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Two or more years of relevant experience in renewable‑energy operations, power , construction/project coordination, field services, contractor management, or a comparable operational environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate vendors or contractors, manage competing schedules, document work completion, and follow issues through resolution.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas, pivot tables, lookups, filters, and basic charts for data tracking and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating schedules, managing POs/invoices, or supporting budgets in an operational or project environment.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively use new software systems and tools, including SCADA or other technical data platforms.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with sound judgment to prepare clear reports, summaries, and recommendations and to represent the company professionally with internal teams, contractors, project‑site personnel, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to travel regularly to remote operating locations; valid driver’s license and ability to meet company vehicle‑insurance requirements.
• Ability to work safely in active construction and operating- environments and to comply with applicable site safety requirements.

qualifications:

• Experience in wind, solar, or other renewable energy operations, power , or energy markets.
• Experience working with SCADA systems, asset management platforms, or energy metering/reporting tools.
• Experience with landowner relations, local permitting, environmental compliance, insurance documentation, regulatory reporting, or project transition/onboarding.
• Familiarity with basic contract concepts (scope of work, payment terms, change orders) and/or regulatory and compliance documentation.
• Experience supporting cross‑functional teams (e.g., operations, engineering, accounting, compliance) in a fast‑moving environment.
• Experience with advanced Excel functions, data visualization, or other data tools (e.g., Power Query, Power BI, or similar).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Proactive ownership: Self‑starter who anticipates needs, takes responsibility for assigned tasks, and follows through without requiring step‑by‑step direction.
• Solution‑oriented mindset: Brings options and recommendations, not just problems; flags issues early and proposes practical paths forward.
• Curiosity and learning agility: Asks thoughtful questions to understand desired outcomes, seeks clarity where needed, and adapts quickly when processes or priorities change.
• Attention to detail and accuracy: Strong organizational skills, rigorous approach to data and documentation, and reliable follow‑through on commitments.
• Collaboration and communication: Communicates clearly and respectfully with internal and external stakeholders, listens actively, and keeps the team informed of progress and obstacles.
• Process mindset: Comfortable documenting workflows, standardizing templates, and identifying opportunities to streamline and improve how work gets done.
• Ability to work at heights: Willing and able to climb wind turbines and work at elevated heights.
• Successful completion of company‑provided climb training is required.

Tools and systems used:

• Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced use for tracking, analysis, and data visualization).
• Microsoft Office / 365 (Word, Outlook), Apple (Pages, Numbers, Keynote), Zoom Virtual Meetings
• Project SCADA and other operational data systems (training provided).
• Accounting and procurement platforms used for POs, invoices, and budget tracking (training provided).
• File management and collaboration tools (e.g., shared drives, document management systems, project tracking tools)

Travel Requirements:

This position requires extensive travel, estimated to be at least 50% of working time, to Aspenall operating projects, vendor sites, stakeholder locations, and other business locations. Travel will include routine visits to remote and rural locations to coordinate and verify maintenance, repairs, inspections contract activities, and operational projects. Travel may include occasional overnight stays, and site visits scheduled around operational, contractor, weather, and project needs.

The employee must be able to safely access and navigate active renewable‑energy project sites and comply with site‑specific safety procedures, personal protective equipment, and access requirements.

Affirmative Statement:

Aspenall Energies Services, LLC and lines of business provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to , , , (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, stereotyping, transgender status, and ), (including limited English proficiency), , , creed, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, genetic information, membership in a local human rights commission, or political affiliation or belief, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Disclaimers:

This job description (JD) is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Your employment with Aspenall Energies Services, LLC, is at will. This means your employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Aspenall Energies Services, LLC, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time for any reason.

Company Description

Our strength and our most valuable asset is our Team. We take pride in the quality of our work and our culture of teamwork, honesty, and work-life balance.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, we are a small but diverse team of highly skilled professionals with expertise ranging from development and finance to renewable energy operations. Our work environment is highly collaborative and team-based. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Work-Life Balance: We value your life outside of work and offer flexibility to support your well-being.
• Environmental Impact: Contribute to a sustainable future, working at a company fighting climate change.
• Culture of Integrity: Our commitment to candor, courage, compassion, collaboration, and carefulness guides every interaction and decision.
• Competitive, Fair Pay: We believe great work deserves to be rewarded fairly and transparently.
• Collaborate with a driven, values-based team.
• Bring your talents to a company that values your ideas, energy, and individuality.