Project Director - eSTORAGE

JOB DESCRIPTION

Project Director

Company Overview :

e-STORAGE, a subsidiary of Canadian Solar, is a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications.

The company offers proprietary LFP battery solutions, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions to improve grid operations, integrate clean energy, and contribute to a sustainable future.

With over 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions implemented globally including in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China e-STORAGE is a key player in the global energy storage integration industry.

The company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity approaching 20 GWh, continuing to deliver high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions.

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Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies, known for manufacturing solar photovoltaic modules, providing solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developing utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects.

Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality solar photovoltaic modules to customers worldwide and developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects.

The company has a robust project pipeline and continues to be a leader in the solar and renewable energy industry.

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Position Title : Project Director

Department : Project Implementation and Operations

Entity : CS e-STORAGE

Reports To : Managing Director, Operations and Service

Location : CA, AZ, TX - US or Kitchener - CAN

Position Summary :

The Project Director will support North America by overseeing the project execution team managing BESS projects from contract negotiation to final completion.

This role involves providing direction and technical input on activities involving internal departments, clients, equipment vendors, EPCs, general contractors, and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate will have experience in project management, contract review, and EPC construction, with strong skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, and team leadership.

Responsibilities :

• Develop resource requirements for the project execution team, including project managers, project coordinators, and construction managers.
• Control and approve project budgets for scope, cost, and risk (planned vs. actual).
• Assign the execution team to cross-functional projects of high complexity (quality, scope, schedule, cost, communication, resource issues, risks, and customer satisfaction).
• Review and provide input on contract documentation, including head agreements and schedules for EPC contracts, EPC subcontracts, and supply agreements.
• Create and maintain processes, procedures, and tools for effective project planning and execution.
• Assist in estimating project costs and developing project schedules.
• Meet with senior-level stakeholders (clients, suppliers, internal) to negotiate and resolve conflicts.
• Oversee and determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
• Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members, and determine key performance indicators to monitor performance.
• Organize project lessons learned reviews to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the CSI Energy Storage Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to and enforce all health and safety rules and company policies.
• Complete other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements :

• Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or Business degree or diploma.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in managing construction projects and 5 years of managing direct reports.
• Experience with utility-scale renewable construction projects is an asset.
• Solid and effective interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written, and visual).
• Strong negotiation, facilitation, risk management, and consensus-building skills.
• Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems, and photovoltaic or Energy Storage system applications is required.
• Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and execute in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a strong ownership mentality.
• Expert knowledge of creating business requirements, work plans, project schedules, and associated project artifacts.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to function successfully both independently and within a team.
• Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct.
• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends) as required.
• Travel required to client and supplier facilities and sites under construction as needed.

Compensation & Benefits :

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary along with a fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on annual objective achievement.

The benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical / dental / life / disability programs, vacation, and sick days.

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.