Senior Electrical Project Manager
Senior Electrical Project Manager
Location: Austin, TX (On-Site)
A trailblazing clean energy firm, known for spearheading sustainable infrastructure upgrades across the country, is expanding its project leadership team in the Austin area. They are seeking a skilled and highly driven Senior Electrical Project Manager to oversee and drive success across a diverse portfolio of energy efficiency and distributed generation initiatives. If you're passionate about leveraging electrical engineering expertise to lead impactful construction projects, this is your opportunity to join a high-growth team driving real change in commercial and industrial energy systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Spearhead renewable energy projects from start to finish, overseeing solar, battery storage, generator, and advanced MEP retrofit initiatives.
- Orchestrate site assessments, equipment procurement, and vendor collaborations to drive design, sourcing, and construction efforts forward.
- Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, including permitting, utility interconnection, and stakeholder communications.
- Supervise subcontractor activities and ensure field operations meet safety and quality standards.
- Lead technical reviews of engineering plans, specifications, and RFP responses in collaboration with cross-functional design teams.
- Oversee procurement timelines, material logistics, and schedule optimization to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Manage performance monitoring, verification efforts, and integration with M&V software platforms.
- Support internal process development and improvement initiatives, including the creation of documentation, flowcharts, and SOPs.
- Contribute to client satisfaction through hands-on troubleshooting, team collaboration, and effective project reporting.
- Travel to client locations across the U.S. as required during construction and commissioning phases.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or related discipline (preferred).
- 3 plus years of experience pushing the envelope on commercial energy projects, including renewables and infrastructure upgrades.
- Well-versed in the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application to solar PV systems.
- Hands-on experience with software and modeling tools such as Helioscope, PVSyst, or EnergyToolbase.
- Strong communication and leadership skills to manage subcontractors, vendors, and cross-disciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering design and construction documentation.
- Prior involvement with site commissioning, system troubleshooting, and measurement & verification practices.
- Familiarity with building and electrical permitting processes, EPA regulations, and local ordinances.
What's In It For You:
- Competitive base salary depending on experience.
- Equity options and comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
- Be part of a purpose-driven, Inc. 500 team obsessed with shrinking carbon footprints.
- Leadership role within a dynamic environment focused on innovation and impact.
- Be part of national sustainability efforts, working with commercial clients to build smarter, cleaner facilities.
About Blue Signal:
Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS