Utilities Renewable Energy Project Manager

AES Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Indiana is expanding its generation fleet and seeking an experienced Utilities Renewable Energy Project Manager to lead large-scale solar and storage projects from development through to operations. You will coordinate engineering, environmental, regulatory, and legal teams to ensure on-time delivery within budget while maintaining safety and quality standards.

You will manage EPC contracts, interconnection processes, and stakeholder engagements across multiple sites, travel up to 30%.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or equivalent.
• 8+ years of professional experience in a project management role for energy construction.
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems and PV facilities.
• Experience in EPC contract negotiations is required.
• PMI PMP certification preferred.
• Strong CPM scheduling proficiency.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and stakeholder management.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of large renewable energy projects from development through operation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and SMEs across Engineering, Environmental, Regulatory, Legal, Finance, and more.
• Manage budgets, schedules, risks, cost estimates, and regulatory filings to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Oversee EPC contracts, BTAs, and contract negotiations for high-impact projects.
• Coordinate interconnection processes and regulatory filings for project readiness.
• Lead project status meetings with AES management, energy off-takers, utilities, EPCs, and financing counterparts.
• Ensure safety, quality control, and on-site construction discipline through inspections.

Skills

Project management

EPC contracts

Stakeholder management

CPM scheduling

PV solar

Energy storage

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.AES Indiana is undertaking a strategic expansion of its generation fleet to support the growing energy demand of its customers, including the increasing needs associated with Data Centers. As part of this strategy, the company is establishing agreements with contractors and developers to secure the development and execution of large-scale generation projects (over 100 MW on individual basis). In this context, the Utilities Renewable Energy Project Manager will be responsible for leading the development of renewable energy projects, from the early development stages through transition to operations, ensuring that projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with the company’s safety, quality, and performance standards.This role will provide strong cross-functional leadership, coordinating Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and teams across the company such as Engineering and Construction, Environmental, Real Estate, Regulatory, Interconnection, Legal, Finance, and other key functions. The Utilities Renewable Energy Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring key project milestones, managing risks and dependencies, developing cost estimates, and overseeing project budget performance throughout execution. The role will also provide the necessary support to the appropriate functions to secure the financing required for successful project delivery. This position requires a strong ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, align diverse stakeholders, drive timely decision-making, and effectively manage complex projects to ensure the successful execution of large-scale renewable generation projects.The position will be based in Indianapolis (being able to choose among any of the generation facilities or the Electric Building)Key Responsibilities:· Conduct due diligence on potential solar/BESS sites, evaluate the suitability of identified sites and participate in due diligence review, analysis of various reports (i.e. environmental, geo-tech, etc.). Managing project schedules, budgets, forecasts, financial models, and development risk registers and support cost estimation for regulatory filing purposes· Working closely with internal and external stakeholders—including engineering consultants, permitting agencies, landowners, utility companies, customers, and contractors—to advance project milestones.· Supporting discretionary permitting efforts, public meetings, regulatory engagement, and environmental diligence.· Coordinating engineering, site due diligence, land activities, and infrastructure planning to keep projects on schedule.· Managing contracts and ensuring compliance with key project agreements, including site control, equipment supply, and commercial contracts.Act as the Owner’s Representative for Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Contract Management or Built Asset Transfer Agreements (BTAs) on high impact and utility-scale PV solar and energy storage projects in the US.Responsible for leading the Contract negotiations with the project Legal, Contract Management and SME teamsDefine and document RFPs and scope of work packages for 3rd party EPC firms. Lead in EPC selection and contract negotiation.Review and manage Contractor schedules, budgets, scope, subcontractors, EHS plans, and permit complianceManage and coordinate utility interconnection processes for construction projects and related documentation needed for project interconnection and testingManage engagements with project stakeholders and act as a representative of the company for interactions with landowners, local governmental agencies, customers, contractors, equipment and materials suppliers, and other stakeholders.Coordinate with EPC contractors, consultants and equipment vendors to ensure adherence to and compliance with contract terms and delivery of contractual deliverables in accordance with the project budget and schedule.Manage and coordinate activities of internal team of project engineering, commissioning, procurement, asset management, legal, finance, and accounting staff as well as deliverables of Contractor, project stakeholders, and regulatory and permitting authorities.Ensure project quality control and safe construction practices by conducting on-site inspections as needed, coordinating with 3rd party firms if necessary.Lead project status update meetings with AES management, energy off-takers, utilities, EPCs, and finance counterparties, facilitating discussions with a detailed project plan and high-level status dashboard.Manage the collection, organization and filing of all project documentation, both internally and for external third-party stakeholders and project financing needsLead the coordination of project turnover exercises from Construction to the Asset Operations team for assigned projects.Assist with the development of internal operating policies, standards and procedures.Skills and Qualifications:Undergraduate Degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or equivalent.At least 8+ years professional experience in a project management role for the construction of energy projects is required.Require familiarity with technical standards for Battery Energy Storage Systems and PV FacilitiesExperience in leading EPC Contract negotiations required.Experience in utility scale PV solar and Energy Storage projects construction or development requiredProject Management Institute PMP certification preferred.Strong proficiency with CPM scheduling.Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.Superior stakeholder management skills requiredOutstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations.Excellent organizational skills demonstrated by clear and effective project plans and executive level reporting that ensure timely action and decision making in time-pressured scenarios.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Procore as well as Adobe Acrobat.Willingness and ability to travel to various project locations up to 30%.AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.