Senior Project Manager

Blue Ridge Power; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Power seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee the execution of solar construction projects nationwide. This role requires extensive project management experience in a safety-sensitive environment and involves significant travel. The ideal candidate will manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractor relationships while ensuring quality and safety standards are upheld across multiple high-stakes sites.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Training and Development Opportunities

Hybrid Work Options

Dog-Friendly Offices

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Commercial Building Construction or similar.
• Experience leading project teams and managing vendors.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and subcontractors.
• Ensure safety performance and compliance with regulations.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Control

Risk Management

Interpersonal Communication

Technical Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Construction Management

Architecture

Business Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

MS Office

Job description

Blue Ridge Power is a full-service EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company for solar projects across the United States, offering integrated engineering, a qualified professional labor force, and an expansive fleet of equipment to serve the needs of our clients. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, with offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Lexington, SC. Blue Ridge Power has installed 8 GW of solar infrastructure throughout the country and employs about 700 team members. Learn more at blueridgepower.com.

Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking a Senior Project Manager, responsible for the construction project execution of multiple small to large-scale utility solar projects. The Senior Project Manager must be proactive to prevent potential problems and work toward mitigation of any issues impacting safety, construction, schedule, and cost. This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position.

This position is 100% travel and offers per diem while working on our project sites. Site states include, but are not limited to: Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Oklahoma, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, etc.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa.

What You'll Do:

• Accountable for project schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Responsible for project safety performance.
• Manage all project subcontractors, documentation, and field staff, and identify potential risks.
• Responsible for projects completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all technical, commercial, safety regulatory, and environmental requirements to meet or exceed performance targets.
• Perform design reviews of vendor drawings, calculations, specifications, procedures, and related documents.
• Lead and or participate in daily early morning POD meetings.
• Review and approve project execution plans and project schedules.
• Identify and quantify project risks and develop risk mitigation plans.
• Monitor and control EPC contractor costs, schedule, and progress.
• Analyze and forecast cost and schedule projection reports.
• Emphasize QA and technical requirements through performance-based inspections.
• Responsible for executing and managing EPC contracts and obligations.
• Execute projects with internal teams, including project development, engineering, finance, accounting, legal, and field-level construction managers.
• Schedule regular management meetings and/or job walks to maintain quality control and strong relationships with owners, subs, and project team members.
• Establish, update, and communicate project schedules to stakeholders and contractors while managing its implementation.
• Assist the CMs and Superintendents in resolving specific issues and requests.
• Manage contract scope and perform change management.
• Facilitate purchasing and issuance of subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Review and approve project expenditures.
• Represent company/project in meetings with clients, subcontractors, etc.
• Ensure contractors meet BRP safety and quality standards and regularly conduct related inspections and reporting.
• Coordinate with local AHJs for project licensing/permitting.

Must-Haves:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Commercial Building Construction, Oil and Gas, Pipeline, or other similar industries as a Construction Project Manager or higher.
• Strong project management skills including budget adherence and cost control measures.
• Experience dealing with vendors, subcontracts, subcontractors, and/or self-performance work.
• Experience leading successful project teams, including the development of employees and maintaining relationships with external entities.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling concepts, techniques, and software such as MS-Project, Primavera P6, or other related industry scheduling tools.
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite, including advanced use of MS Excel.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Able to travel for extended periods at various locations.
• Experience with directly managing craft labor and equipment.
• Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively work with all levels of the organization.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving ability.
• Possess integrity and commitment to compliance.
• Ability to review and understand multi-trade construction drawings and specifications, as well as construction best practices across an array of trades, including surveying, civil, structural, thermal and moisture protection, and electrical construction.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, make decisions, prioritize, and meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Strong work ethic, a high degree of detail orientation, and an extreme sense of urgency.

Nice-to-Haves:

• 4+ years of progressive construction project management experience focused on heavy civil construction.
• Multi-project execution experience with solar utility projects ranging from 100MW+.
• Experience working with unions.
• Understanding of IRA compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of IFS ERP.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, business management, or equivalent professional experience.
• Must possess and maintain a current valid driver's license required.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Project-Based Assignment.
• The position requires 100% travel to our BRP project site(s) with per diem offered while working on our project sites.
• Must possess reliable transportation.
• Able to travel for extended periods to various locations.
• Must be able to comply with all company safety standards and procedures, including OSHA requirements.
• Must follow organization policies and procedures.
• Individuals in this position work in an outdoor environment and must be able to tolerate all climates.
• Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk short to long distances for 8-10 hours daily.

Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!

Blue Ridge Power supports organizations local to our offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Asheville, NC, including the school systems, environmental groups, athletics, youth organizations, and more.

Blue Ridge Power is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

Blue Ridge Power does notaccept any unsolicited resumes or referrals fromany third-party recruiting firms or agencies.

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