Solar Senior Project Manager - Early Stage

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

Moss' Solar Senior Project Manager, Early-Stage works with Owners, Engineers, Vendors and internal departments, such as Legal, Risk, Finance, Operations, Business Development, Estimating, Engineering Management, Procurement, and Self Perform to manage project preconstruction efforts following project award.

The Senior Project Manager is accountable for leading client relationships on the projects and overseeing a project management team responsible for managing project preconstruction activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with clients to understand their goals, objectives, and project requirements

Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the preconstruction phase, addressing concerns, providing regular project updates, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle

Proactively engage with clients to discuss contract terms, scope changes, and any potential modifications to project deliverables

Collaborate with clients to identify opportunities for additional services and deliver added value to enhance the overall project experience

Lead and manage a project management team responsible for overseeing day-to-day project preconstruction activities

Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to the project management team, fostering professional development and encouraging a culture of excellence

Monitor individual and team performance, provide constructive feedback, and implement strategies and processes for continuous improvement

Oversee and guide the project management team in the execution of preconstruction activities, including schedule development, change management, budget tracking, and design kickoff and coordination

Perform cash flow analysis while considering construction schedule, material deposits, early works, and general conditions

Facilitate owner coordination efforts, establish effective communication between stakeholders to ensure project objectives are aligned

Manage site due diligence activities, working closely with the team to address potential challenges and mitigate risks early in the project lifecycle

Coordinate with Engineering on deliverables, document review, Drawing Log, geotechnical / testing requirements for Due Diligence, Owner coordination meetings, etc.

to ensure schedule, budget and contract requirements are met

Lead permitting process during preconstruction while coordinating with Engineering and Operations; hand off permitting to Operations Project Management once project team is assigned

Manage Preconstruction RFI Log until Owner EPC Agreement is finalized; hand off RFI process to Operations Project Management once preconstruction is complete

Lead procurement coordination efforts, collaborating with relevant teams to ensure timely acquisition of necessary resources and materials

Review and negotiate contracts, including Owner Limited Notices to Proceed (LNTPs), ensuring terms and conditions are favorable and align with project goals

Effectively communicate project status, updates, and risks to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders

Lead regular project review meetings, facilitating transparent discussions on project progress, challenges, and potential solutions

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful project outcomes and maintain a high level of client satisfaction

Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, technical business or related discipline. MBA is a strong plus

Minimum 5+ years’ experience in the Solar / EPC Construction industry

Relocation to South Florida is preferred to best lead teams and coordinate with cross-functional teams

Basic industry knowledge on technical aspects, such as design, performance modeling, and construction, of utility scale solar power plants

Obtains the capacity to swiftly focus on project specifics and then shift perspective to the broader strategy

Manage challenges that can only be solved with input from multiple cross-functional teams

Strong computer skills, including familiarity with construction project management applications

Capable of upholding communication that is effective, clear, and consistent

Holds world-class leadership and interpersonal skills to drive team development. Passionate to create motivated teams through coaching and mentoring

Knows how to have fun!

JOB TITLE : SOLAR SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER EARLY STAGE

JOB LOCATION : FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

CLASSIFICATION : FULL TIME EXEMPT SALARIED

REPORTS TO : DIRECTOR OF EARLY STAGE

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