Project Manager -- Clean Energy Consultant

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life & accident insurance

Disability coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is a leading power industry engineering and consulting firm seeking a Project Manager to lead and execute work on power generation projects. The role emphasizes heavy client interaction, budgeting, and staff development within a Consulting group in Chicago.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years in power engineering, ownership/engineering experience, and proficiency across solar, storage, wind, and thermal technologies, with a consulting background being a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering with 15+ years in the power industry.
• Experience managing teams of engineers.
• Experience in multiple power generation technologies (solar, storage, wind, thermal).
• Experience performing feasibility studies for power projects.
• Experience with long-term power supply and transmission planning is a plus.
• Experience in project finance or financial modeling of power projects is a plus.
• Experience with project contracts (PPA, asset transfer agreements, EPC) is a plus.
• Prior experience in a consulting role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop consulting project execution plan to meet client’s needs.
• Review deliverables such as reports and studies.
• Lead project team by providing clear instruction including technical approaches.
• Manage hours and work performed to budget and scope.
• Develop staff expertise through training and mentoring.
• Prepare proposals for consulting project opportunities.
• Supporting multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring a high quality standard is met.
• Traveling occasionally to visit project locations and client offices.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Financial modeling

Power project feasibility

Contract experience

Consulting experience

Power generation technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Sargent & Lundy is one of the largest and most experienced power industry engineering and consulting firms. We have a unique and exciting opportunity to join our Consulting group in the role of a Project Manager. This position will require you to lead and execute work associated with the development, financing, and execution of power generation projects.

This position is being added to support continued growth of the Sargent & Lundy Consulting group, which regularly provides technical and financial due diligence, asset transaction support, project development services, independent engineering services, owner’s engineering services, and long-term planning support. This position will require a great deal of face-to-face interaction with power project developers, utilities, investors, legal advisors, and financial institutions during the execution of consulting services work for the firm.

Common responsibilities include:

• Develop consulting project execution plan to meet client’s needs
• Reviewing deliverables such as reports and studies
• Lead project team by providing clear instruction including technical approaches
• Manage hours and work performed to budget and scope
• Develop staff expertise through training and mentoring
• Prepare proposals for consulting project opportunities
• Supporting multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring a high quality standard is met
• Traveling occasionally to visit project locations and client offices.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering (other engineering disciplines or finance/economics may be considered) with 15 or more years of experience in the power industry, including:

• Owner’s engineer, independent engineer, and/or design engineer experience for development and execution of power generation
• Experience managing teams of engineers
• Experience and technical knowledge in multiple power generation technologies – solar, battery energy storage, wind, and thermal
• Experience performing feasibility studies for power projects
• Experience in long-term power supply and transmission planning projects is a plus
• Experience in project finance or financial modeling of power projects is a plus
• Experience with project contracts such as power purchase agreements, asset transfer agreements, and EPC contracts is a plus
• Prior experience in a consulting role is a plus

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$145,310.00 - $222,001.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.