Director of Project Management Clean Energy
Full-time | Stamford, CT
About the Opportunity
A national clean energy leader is seeking a Director of Project Management to oversee the delivery of solar and energy optimization projects across a fast-growing portfolio. The company develops, owns, and operates distributed renewable energy assets nationwide and is backed by strong institutional partners. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a mission-driven, well-capitalized organization.
The Role
The Director of Project Management will guide projects from planning through completion, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget execution. Youll lead a team of Project Managers and collaborate with Engineering, Construction, Energy Optimization, and senior leadership to drive successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
- Develop project plans covering scope, schedule, resources, and budget.
- Drive execution and meet critical milestones across multiple projects.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
- Monitor performance, mitigate risks, and maintain project documentation.
Team Leadership
Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers.Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.Conduct performance reviews and support ongoing development.Stakeholder & Financial Management
Maintain strong relationships with contractors, clients, and regulators.Communicate project status and challenges to stakeholders.Manage project budgets, expenditures, and financial reporting.Identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities.Quality Assurance
Implement quality control processes and conduct site visits.Ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.Address and resolve quality issues promptly.Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or similar (Masters preferred).10+ years of project management experience , including 5+ years in a solar / renewables leadership role .Proven success managing large commercial or industrial solar projects.Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.Proficiency with PM tools (MS Project, Primavera, etc.).Benefits
Competitive compensationHealth & dental insurance (100% of standard plan premium paid)401(k) participationCompany-paid cell phone planFree office lunch & gym membershipTwo monthly WFH daysEqual opportunity employer