Description
ICF is seeking a motivated experienced Solar Practice Manager with experience in solar photovoltaic and battery storage system performance modeling, construction and operations.
Your responsibilities will include delivering high-value technical diligence support and offering solutions to mitigate technical and commercial challenges encountered by our clients.
As the Solar Practice Manager, you will lead and manage multi-disciplinary teams on solar projects of all scales; coordinate project schedules, budgets, and resources;
improve standards of practice to align with industry changes and improve efficiency and consistency; and conduct subject matter expert reviews for PV solar projects.
We seek candidates who will help us grow ICF’s private sector, Independent Engineering and Owner’s Advisory business segment by building on our established team.
The ideal candidate will have leadership responsibilities and will manage a team of about 10. Along with managing direct reports, you will also contribute as a team member in the execution of assignments, including report writing, data and industry research, analysis, and modeling.
Your responsibilities will also include business development, thought leadership contributions, and improving standards of practice.
Travel expectations for this role is up to 10% within the continental United States.
If you are up for the challenge of managing multiple solar projects, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and engaging with clients and industry stakeholders, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our growing team in the field of Independent Engineering and Owners Advisory, with a focus on solar photovoltaic developments.
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or other applicable discipline.
5+ years’ experience specifically, PV solar technology.
Experience with utility-scale / commercial solar project management.
Experience with solar resource and performance modeling, construction and operations.
Experience with due diligence and risk assessment process.
Experience with project contracts including power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, supply contracts, balance of plant construction contracts, and / or operations and maintenance contracts.
Experience in technical research and writing industry based technical papers (e.g. white papers).
Preferred Qualifications :
7+ years’ experience in the energy sector, specifically, PV solar technology.
Experience with computer programming such as Python, Matlab, etc.
Engineer in Training (EIT) designation desirable
Experience in proposal writing with an emphasis on business development.
Master's degree preferred.
Experience in additional renewable technologies (outside of solar PV).
Strong experience with PVsyst
Professional Skills
A desire to work in a dynamic and diverse team environment.
Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment and a capability to prioritize tasks.
Detail-oriented, critical thinking, and strong interpersonal skills.
Exceptional data management, research, and analytical skills.
Ability to work with and understand technical concepts while also being able to communicate them to varied audiences.
Advanced MS Office Suite experience.
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