Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GS2 | B Corp™ is focused on driving the global energy transition through clean energy infrastructure. The BESS Project Manager will lead utility-scale solar PV, battery energy storage, and hybrid renewable energy projects from late-stage development through construction and commercial operation, overseeing safety, scheduling, budgets, contracts, quality, and stakeholder coordination.
Responsibilities
- Project Execution & Ownership: Plan, direct, and coordinate all activities for utility-scale solar and BESS assets. Maintain full ownership of project safety, quality, schedule, budget, and environmental compliance
- EPC & Contract Management: Support the EPC selection and contract negotiation processes. Manage major supply contracts (e.g., high-voltage equipment, modules, and warranties) and rigorously review change orders and contractual variances
- Financial Oversight: Establish and manage detailed project budgets, costs-to-date, and forecasts to completion. Coordinate regular cost and cash flow reporting and support monthly invoice review/drawdown processes
- Site & Construction Leadership: Oversee on-site Construction Managers, Project Engineers, and third-party QA/QC personnel. Ensure the EPC partner adheres to scheduling recovery plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and standard operating procedures
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for internal management and external stakeholders, including institutional investors/lenders during due diligence, independent engineer reviews, landowners, and local communities
Skills
- 5+ years of construction management experience in the energy sector, with a proven track record of managing renewable energy projects (Solar and/or BESS)
- Prior experience acting as a Project Manager, Owner's Representative, or EPC Contractor on large-scale solar or energy storage initiatives
- Strong proficiency in project controls, budgeting, contract negotiations, and scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera 6)
- Deep commitment to site safety with an understanding of construction safety protocols (OSHA 30 certification is highly preferred)
- Strong supervisory, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Valid driver's license and the ability to travel up to 25%–30% to project sites
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
- PMP (Project Management Professional) certification and/or a Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Direct experience handling electrical high-voltage substation infrastructure
- Familiarity with Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) requirements, including domestic content and labor compliance rules
Benefits
- Merit-based performance increases and annual incentive/bonus plan participation
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Robust paid time off (PTO) policy, including vacation days, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
- A collaborative, dynamic, and diverse working environment focused on driving the global energy transition
- Hybrid work arrangement
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