Project Manager

Urban Grid; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Urban Grid is seeking a Project Manager to lead late-stage development through EPC contracting and construction, culminating in hand-off to Asset Operations. You will manage multiple projects, uphold schedules and budgets, and coordinate across internal and external stakeholders in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities include supervising construction, permitting, procurement support, commercial leadership from RFP to completion, and rigorous QA.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in construction project management.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and manage complex project environments.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to develop accurate project budgets.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational capacity to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and adapt to changes.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Experience comparing supplier quotes, estimates, and negotiating contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the project construction process, including contractor safety, budgets, and schedules.
• Collaborate with project Development and Engineering on permitting efforts to prepare the project for contracting and construction.
• Work with Supply Chain in support of procurement efforts for long lead and owner-furnished equipment.
• Be the commercial lead for the project from RFP through substantial completion, including design reviews to meet interconnect requirements.
• Communicate and collaborate with project stakeholders to realize project value.
• Coordinate or lead permitting processes and interface with regulatory authorities for permits and approvals.
• Conduct routine site visits to monitor progress, safety, and quality.
• Prepare regular progress reports, including status updates, financial summaries, and risk assessments for stakeholders and lenders.
• Ensure quality assurance so deliverables meet specifications and address issues.
• Identify and assess project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare the project for hand-over to Asset Operations with complete documentation.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Communication

Risk assessment

Contract negotiation

Education

BS in Engineering

MS in Engineering or Construction Management

PMP certification

Tools

Procore

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for leading projects from late-stage development through Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) contracting and construction, to completion and hand-off to Asset Operations Management. Responsible for managing multiple projects at a time and accountable for meeting project milestones and maintaining accurate project schedules and budgets. The Project Manager will be responsible for maintaining a high degree of ownership and accountability while managing internal and external project stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the project construction process, including contractor safety, budgets, and schedules
• Collaborate with project Development and Engineering on local, state, and federal permitting efforts to prepare the project for contracting and construction
• Work with Supply Chain in support of procurement efforts for long lead and owner-furnished equipment
• Be the commercial lead for the project from RFP through substantial completion which includes participation in engineering site optimization discussions, reviewing CapEx and production data to ensure final design will meet the internal and interconnect requirements
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with project stakeholders, including contractors, suppliers, permitting entities, lenders, tax equity investors, landowners, and other relevant parties to realize project value
• Coordinate or lead the remaining permitting processes and interface with regulatory authorities as necessary to secure remaining necessary permits and approvals
• Conduct routine site visits to monitor progress and ensure safety and quality standards are being met
• Prepare regular progress reports, including project status updates, financial summaries, and risk assessments to both internal and external stakeholders to include PPA reporting and Lender reporting
• Assure rigorous quality assurance measures to ensure that project deliverables meet the specifications and address any quality issues that may arise
• Identify and assess project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively
• Prepare the project for a smooth hand-over to Asset Operations, ensuring all necessary documentation, reports, and data are provided

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in construction project management
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools,
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and manage complex project environments,
• Strong financial acumen and ability to develop accurate project budgets,
• Excellent oral and written communication skills,
• Strong organizational capacity to simultaneously manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and be able to quickly adapt to changes and shift priorities to meet project needs,
• Strong analytical skills,
• Experience comparing supplier quotes, estimates, and negotiating contracts

Preferred

• BS or MS Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or similar related field of study,
• Experience working within a solar development or EPC company,
• Working knowledge of PV design and construction,
• Knowledge of solar project construction schedules, cost and risk,
• Proficiency in Procore
• Current or previous Project Management Professional certification or equivalent is a plus

Work Location

This role is based in Houston. Position will require periodic trips for team meetings and site visits to support engineering, development, and construction activities.

Benefits

Urban Grid offers an exciting benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, voluntary life, and long-term disability, paid paternal leave, and a retirement plan with matching contributions. Full-time position with competitive compensation package, including bonus.