Project Manager
RWE Clean Energy, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area : Administration; Business Development; Communications; Project Management Remuneration : Exempt
The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the PV and Battery Field Construction activities including Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Structural trades. This position plays a key role in the department through managing the budgets, project schedules, safety objectives are achieved and coordination with customers. Specific key area of focus includes estimating, establishing subcontracts, supervising subcontractors and vendors, quality control, maintaining project schedules and interfacing directly with the customer. The successful candidate will have a strong presence and ensure company objectives are achieved.
Role Responsibilities :
- Develop, coordinate and manage project support services including but not limited to project design, budgeting and scheduling; pre-qualification, selection and management of contractors, subcontractors and equipment vendors; development and structuring project-related contracts; maintaining close contact with the customer; and production of customer deliverables
- Manage phases of Projects in compliance with Contracts, maintain or enhanced customer satisfaction and ensure projects are completed on time and budget
- Collaborate with Engineering, Development, and Project Management teams in conducting design optimization and value engineering of clean generation projects
- Conduct constructability reviews and pre-construction site walks
- Perform cost estimating and purchasing functions
- Manage field related project planning, scheduling and quality control. Coordinate field construction with Construction Manager
- Direct construction contract administration and risk management activities
- Mange budgets schedules and invoicing and other contract requirements to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
- Monitor and manage jobsites compliance with the corporate safety plan, design drawings and contract agreements
- Ensure all project related documentation is recorded in the project directory and / or CRM as appropriate
- Maintain working knowledge of codes, new technology and internal company design standards / requirements
- Oversee various testing and quality assurance checks by Engineering or subcontractor staff to verify the quality of completed projects
Job Requirements and Experiences :
Undergraduate (BS) Degree in Engineering or Construction related preferredDrivers licenseProject Management Profession Certified preferredMinimum 10 years of experience in Renewable energy projects in both PV and Energy StoragePrevious budget / schedule / performance / quality responsibilitiesSpecific experience with building energy systems including electrical, Civil, PV and Energy storage systemsExperience in the overall integration of Design engineering, construction, start-up, close-out, turnover and subsequent O&M of a variety of Construction projectsStrong interpersonal skills to interact and work effectively across internal or external organizational boundaries to achieve goals and meet tight deadlines in both group or independent workExpertise in building codes, permitting and labor issuesSound and proven Construction and Project Management skillsStrong leadership, written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills to achieve deadlinesAbility to push / pull / lift equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.Ability to work safely in extreme field environments (hot sun, cold, etc.) where necessaryAbility and willingness to travel to and from job sites as required to support the projects development and constructionStrong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverablesResponds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachableMotivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilitiesThis position is mixed between field and office locationsMust be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of timeExpected travel is up to 50%Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
Pay range : The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois or New York is $140,000 - $180,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.
Benefits offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.