Project Manager, Construction, Renewable Energy

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus : to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of more than 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit  apexcleanenergy.com.

Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future.

Job Description

Apex Clean Energy is seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage various construction phases of utility-scale renewable energy projects. The project manager will be responsible for the early to mid-stage activities including managing project schedules, project budgets, stakeholder communication, constructability reviews, risk analysis, and change management.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide early to mid-stage project support to our growing portfolio and will continue to elevate Apex’s reputation a leader within the renewable energy industry, amplify project efforts, and help realize projects.

The right candidate will be a hands-on, hard-working team player who can jump in and support projects from a variety of angles. This position requires equally excellent communication and technical skills as well as the ability to work well under pressure, multitask, and be flexible about shifting priorities. A passion for renewable energy is a must.

Primary 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.

Qualifications

To succeed as a Project Manager at Apex Clean Energy, you’ll need to excel within the following criteria :

At Apex Clean Energy, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet every qualification listed in the job description. Your unique experiences and skills could be the perfect fit for our team!

If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to join us in accelerating the shift to clean energy, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application for our team’s review!

Additional Information

Work Environment :

Works primarily traditional office hours in an indoor office environment. Flexible work hours allowed when work duties and business operations permit. Occasional work in an outdoor environment, subject to inclement weather.

How You’ll Grow

At Apex Clean Energy, our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the dynamic, fast-paced renewable energy industry. From on-the-job learning experiences to a robust multi-week onboarding experience to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

What Apex Can Offer You

At Apex Clean Energy, we know that great people make a great company. We value our people and offer employees a broad, best-in-class range of benefits.

At this time, Apex will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Apex Clean Energy, Inc.  is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.