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Project Manager

Project Manager

East Point EnergyCharlottesville, VA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Salary : About Us

East Point Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates grid-scale energy storage projects. As an Equinor company and independent power producer, our team is currently developing gigawatts of energy storage projects throughout the country to build a clean, resilient, and affordable electric grid for the future.

East Point hires great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because its the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If this position interests you, but you dont meet every qualification listed below, we still encourage you to apply your unique experiences and perspectives may be just what were looking for.

Read more about our core values (driven, dependable, & collaborative) here.

Title : Project Manager

The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in the planning, execution, and successful delivery of battery energy storage projects. The role will support all phases of major projects including business development support (proforma modelling inputs including Capex, schedule, taxes, insurance, etc.), site development, permitting support (air, water, state, local, etc...), interconnection activities, scope of work development, RFP solicitations and evaluations, major contract negotiations (equipment, engineering or EPC), construction and commissioning activities, and transition to commercial operation, including project registrations with state and federal agencies.

The Project Manager will lead a team of internal personnel in support of executing projects

and will manage external consultants. The position will report

to the VP of EPC.

Roles & Responsibilities :

  • Develop comprehensive project plans outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines
  • Lead project teams in executing plans, ensuring adherence to safety standards, quality and project specifications
  • Align with Project Development team to facilitate a seamless transition from development to execution phase
  • Ensure effective collaboration, communication, and tracking of tasks cross-departmentally while identifying and reconciling scope gaps as they arise with responsible business lines for responsible projects
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, finance, procurement, policy / regulatory, and operations, to ensure project alignment with overall company objectives
  • Create and maintain positive relationships with Owners engineering firms, suppliers, vendors, and contractors
  • Coordinate and allocate resources effectively to meet project requirements
  • Manage project budgets, and navigate counterparty change order requests, to ensure financial targets are met without compromising safety, quality or schedule
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful project delivery
  • Develop and implement contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges
  • Conduct regular project reviews to evaluate performance against established benchmarks
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards throughout all project phases
  • Support procurement and policy

teams in monitoring and managing regulatory changes that may impact project execution

  • Generate and present regular project status reports to senior management; reporting on project progress, and identifying and addressing potential risks / challenges
  • Align with Asset Management team to facilitate a seamless transition from construction to operation phase
  • Provide insights and recommendations for process improvements based on project outcomes
  • Participate in quarterly Lessons Learned and Risk Register updates with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

    • Skills :

  • Proficiency with Microsoft software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, etc.); Experience with Procore a plus
  • Ability to communicate across a broad spectrum of technical understanding - written, verbal and non-verbal
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
  • Ability to coordinate resolution of technical problems and implement change
  • Familiarity with phases of engineering including scope creation, detailed design, engineering implementation, field engineering, and start-up support
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

    • Characteristics of an ideal candidate :

  • Passion for renewable energy development and the environment
  • Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
  • Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value
  • Team player and leader, proactive attitude
  • Organized, attention to detail
  • Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
  • Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
  • Integrity and accountability

    • Education & Experience :

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business, Engineering Management,

    • Construction Management, or Project Management

  • Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in construction or engineering (renewables preferred); minimum of 2 years as a Project Manager or 4 years as a Project Engineer
  • Project Management certification(s) preferred
  • PE license preferred

    • Travel & Time Commitment :

  • Approximately 25% of time will be on the road; will vary based on status of projects
  • Work travel includes solo site visits
  • Expect limited travel related to industry conferences and company events
  • This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8 : 30 AM 5 : 30 PM EST. The demands of projects may require work outside of these times.

    • Benefits :

  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) & Employer Match
  • Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Holidays
  • Education, Parking, and Gym Membership Stipends

    • Location :

    East Point Energy office in Charlottesville, VA

    This job description is not inclusive of all requirements of the position. Employees will perform any other duties as may be required by their manager.

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