Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager - Utility-Scale Solar & BESS

Reports To: Senior Director, Project and Construction Management
Location: Fully Remote (U.S.) - travel as needed (25-40%)
Base Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 (DOE)

About Our Client

Our client is a leading renewable energy platform focused on the development and execution of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. Their team combines deep industry expertise with best-in-class practices in transmission analytics, land analysis, and project optimization to deliver reliable, sustainable power solutions. Through strong partnerships with top EPC and O&M firms, they have rapidly scaled and successfully executed projects that accelerate the energy transition.

Role Overview

The Senior Project Manager will lead the end-to-end delivery of utility‑scale PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects and portfolios-from late-stage development and NTP readiness through EPC execution, commissioning, performance testing, COD, and turnover to Operations. This role drives scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, safety, interconnection, and commercial outcomes, while coordinating internal teams and managing EPCs, OEMs, and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Own full lifecycle delivery for assigned projects/portfolios; set execution strategy and governance cadence.
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules (Primavera P6/MS Project) and budgets; manage cash flow, commitments, and forecasts.
• Lead administration and performance of EPC and major equipment contracts; drive change order strategy and claims mitigation.
• Maintain risk registers and contingency plans; proactively resolve issues to protect milestones.
• Act as technical liaison during design, permitting, construction, and commissioning; ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Manage interconnection milestones, SCADA/EMS integration, and grid compliance with utilities and ISOs/RTOs.
• Oversee procurement sequencing for long-lead equipment and logistics; coordinate FAT/SAT and warranty administration.
• Direct construction activities and enforce safety and quality standards.
• Oversee commissioning, performance testing, and turnover to operations.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, utilities, AHJs, and other stakeholders; provide executive-level reporting.
• Mentor junior PMs and contribute to process standardization and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8-12+ years in utility-scale renewable energy project management, including 3-5+ years delivering BESS and large-scale PV projects.
• Proven success taking projects from NTP to COD on schedule and budget.
• Strong understanding of electrical, civil, and structural construction; SCADA/EMS and commissioning workflows.
• Familiarity with interconnection processes and grid compliance.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project; advanced Excel; experience with Procore and document control systems.
• OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain); PMP preferred.

Desired Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Experience across multiple ISOs/RTOs (e.g., PJM, ERCOT, CAISO).
• Familiarity with cost control tools and CAD software.

Travel

~25-40% to project sites and vendor facilities as required.

Why Join Our Client

• Lead flagship utility-scale solar & BESS projects with real grid impact.
• Remote-first culture with strong collaboration.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Next Steps

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a brief summary of utility-scale PV/BESS projects you've led (MW/MWh, schedule/budget outcomes, interconnection territory, and commissioning highlights).