Support the Pre-Construction Department by actively participating in the EPC RFP process for assigned projects through contract execution
Participate in a formal turnover and acceptance of the project from Pre-Construction to Project Execution and turnover to Asset Management / O&M
Work to support, develop, and implement a project execution plan that is formally communicated to all project stakeholders
Understand the implications of various technical options and guide engineering designs to achieve the best solution for each situation
Ensure projects are adequately staffed, trained, and standard construction toolbox policies, procedures, and programs are adhered to ensuring all project communications, issues, change orders, and quality items are well documented
Provide leadership during project construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, cost, environmental, landowner, and other project requirements are met or exceeded
Understand and manage all aspects of project construction contracts (EPC, Owner-Furnished Equipment, Interconnection Agreement, technical consultants) and hold the contractors and suppliers accountable to contractual requirements to ensure projects are completed on time and under budget
Institute a culture of ownership and accountability by empowering team members to make decisions and holding them accountable to do so
Consolidate, manage, and analyze budgets, costs, forecasts, and utilization against established financial goals
Perform the planning and hiring of competent field staff to ensure adequate resources are in place for effective and timely execution of committed projects
Develop effective relationships with internal departments, contractors, suppliers, landowners, and other stakeholders
Provide strategic direction and manage the development of Construction Site Managers and provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to assigned staff at all levels
Reinforce a team approach throughout the enterprise, both on projects and internal initiatives
Effectively communicate relevant information to superiors
Champion change and effectively manage the implementation of new ideas, processes, tools, etc.
Manage the relationships with all external entities during the construction phase of the project such as local government, permitting agencies, pipeline utility companies, and interconnecting utilities
Once awarded, managing construction contracts including tracking deliverables, schedules, cashflow, managing RFIs, change orders, and providing notices or dispute resolution if required
Ensuring that the project complies with applicable Environmental, Health and Safety regulations
Provide summary management reports on the status on all aspects of the project to multiple stakeholders.
Interface with the lender’s engineer as required including monthly reporting, project review meetings, performance testing, draw certification, etc.
Managing Operations and Maintenance contract handoff and coordination and ensure closeout of EPC contract at Final Acceptance
Additional duties as required
Requirements
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field.
Project Management Professional certification a plus
2-3 years in the renewable energy sector or industrial construction or capital project management
Advanced knowledge of construction management and constructing methods for large projects, contract management, procurement, and supply chain management, environmental and building permitting, and transportation logistics
Basic knowledge of construction labor relations throughout the US
Competency in analytical problem solving, customer/partner relationships, and technology expertise.
Proficient understanding of entire solar project life cycle
Experience with High Voltage Interconnection aspects of a project’s scope of work.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, PowerBI), Procore, SiteTracker, NetSuite and other discipline-relevant software.
Tech Stack
PMP
Benefits
15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
401(k) Match
Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Phone Bill Reimbursement
Company Swag
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