Owners Rep Project Manager

Job Description

Project Manager - Owner's Rep / IPP (Project Execution) - Fully Remote - 20-25% Travel

Location : Fully Remote

Travel : 20-25 percent for site visits

Employment Type : Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in Owner's Representative or IPP (Independent Power Producer) environments. This position is fully remote with periodic job-site travel and is heavily focused on project execution , overseeing projects from NTP through COD .

You will lead the owner-side delivery of utility-scale renewable energy projects by managing EPCs, monitoring construction progress, and ensuring all scope, budget, safety, and schedule expectations are met.

A minimum of 3 years of direct IPP or Owner's Rep experience is an absolute must.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects (solar, BESS, wind, or hybrid) from NTP through COD.

Manage EPC contractors, ensuring contract compliance, schedule adherence, safety practices, and QA / QC standards.

Act as the primary owner-side contact for field activities, contractor coordination, and execution oversight.

Lead and maintain project schedules, budgets, risks, change orders, and reporting.

Conduct regular site travel (20-25 percent) to monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with design and safety requirements.

Coordinate across development, engineering, procurement, construction, and asset management teams.

Review and approve RFIs, submittals, commissioning plans, and progress documentation.

Interface with utilities, permitting agencies, landowners, and other external stakeholders as needed.

Drive projects through mechanical completion, commissioning, testing, and final turnover.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years of direct IPP or Owner's Rep experience managing utility-scale renewable energy projects. Strict requirement.

Proven experience overseeing EPC contractors and managing owner-side project execution.

Strong understanding of construction sequencing, project controls, contracts, and risk mitigation.

Knowledge of interconnection, commissioning, and testing processes.

Ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional and external stakeholder groups.

Demonstrated success delivering projects on time and within budget.

Willingness to travel 20-25 percent for site visits.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with solar + storage or large-scale renewable portfolios.

Background managing projects from NTP to COD.

Engineering, construction management, or PMP certification preferred.

Why Join

Fully remote role with flexible travel.

High-impact position driving major renewable energy projects.

Strong execution-focused team with opportunities for growth.

Desired Skills and Experience

Solar, IPP, Owners Rep, Utility Scale, PV, Project Management.

Oscar Associates Limited (US) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.