Renewable Energy Construction Project Manager

Apex Clean Energy; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Parking

Job summary

Apex Clean Energy is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee construction phases of utility-scale renewable energy projects from early to mid-stage. You will manage schedules, budgets, stakeholder communications, risk analyses, and change management.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on, collaborative approach, strong communication, and the ability to multitask under pressure. A renewable energy passion is a must, with a location at our Charlottesville, VA headquarters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• MBA and/or PMP Certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering, construction and/or technical project management experience.
• 3-years' experience working for an EPC firm or renewable energy company.
• Experience managing contract requirements, stakeholder relations, project deliverables, as well as establishing and monitoring performance metrics, project schedules, risk profiles, and cost-performances.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling concepts, techniques, and software such as MS-Project and/or Primavera.
• Experience managing pre-construction of multiple renewable energy projects.
• Experience with project controls for early-stage industrial engineering, procurement, and pre-construction is required.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling concepts and techniques.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of integrity and organizational capacity to manage multiple projects.
• Advanced knowledge of safety and relevant OSHA requirements and regulations.
• Able to read, write, understand, and speak English proficiently.
• Location: Willing and able to work from our Headquarters in Charlottesville, Virginia

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple renewable energy projects with competing deadlines and resources.
• Manage the development, planning, and execution of operational utility-scale renewable projects according to design requirements within established timeframe.
• Manage contract requirements, client relations, and project deliverables.
• Manage overall project budget and expenses for delivering profit margins at or above expectations while also balancing project quality.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics, project schedules, risk profiles, and cost performance of the project in accordance with company systems.
• Manage all aspects of the project including the planning/reporting process, management of third-party vendors and contracts, meeting external standards and certification requirements, as well as detailed field logistics.
• Manage third party integrator and main supplier through engineering, construction and into initial operation.
• Provide steady and reliable communication throughout project lifecycle while also managing complicated schedules, budgets, people, risks, and other resources.
• Engage with and foster relationships with the various internal and external project stakeholders as Apex's primary contact for the project duration.
• Be collaborative and capable of working in a fast-paced environment and should be familiar with project management techniques and software.
• Responsible for project schedules from early-stage development through hand off at mid-stage development.
• Manage the early phase of the projects within the budget and schedule approved by management
• Responsible for the projects’ advancement and coordination with project stakeholders to ensure a successful project hand off.
• Perform risk analysis, write constructability reviews and change management.
• Manage projects using industry standard project management tools.
• Ensure high work quality and safe work practices at all times during the projects.
• Drive compliance with all internal company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

MBA and/or PMP preferred

Tools

MS-Project

Primavera

Job description

Apex Clean Energy is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee construction phases of utility-scale renewable energy projects from early to mid-stage. You will manage schedules, budgets, stakeholder communications, risk analyses, and change management.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on, collaborative approach, strong communication, and the ability to multitask under pressure. A renewable energy passion is a must, with a location at our Charlottesville, VA headquarters.