Project Manager (Commercial Building Construction)

As the Director of Project Management, you will lead a team of professionals providing preconstruction planning, estimating, strategy and contract oversight for utility scale solar, and battery energy storage projects. This position will oversee all aspects of planning, scheduling, and budgets from preconstruction to final completion across the EPC portfolio. You will be responsible for strategic direction, business development, project delivery, profitability, and client management. We're constantly innovating to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Our mission is to make a difference by developing cost-efficient alternatives to traditional energy sources, without long-term dependence on government subsidies. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. Ensure implementation of expectations, direction, and vision, as it aligns with organizational strategy Oversee and direct a team of project management professionals Provide guidance and input to Project Management on all aspects of project execution including schedule management, financial forecasting, prime contract compliance, progress reporting, client, and community relations, etc. Provide input on project documentation related to contract administration, schedule, and budgets Prioritize key activities on projects across the company portfolio in various stages from design through closeout Experience within renewable energy, general contracting, or commercial construction Work with Construction Management to define project baseline, scope, resource allocation, and deliverables. Collaborates closely with the Engineering and Procurement teams to define and refine scopes and prepare and manage BOP/BOS RFP processes for solar and battery energy storage systems Coordinate with other department heads and senior management to ensure projects are properly designed, planned, and completed Assembles presentation materials and reports for Senior Management on the status and risks for projects Communicate project progress and challenges to Executive Management in a concise, fact-driven way. Proactively direct project scope, identify critical variables and devise contingency plans. Mentor Project Management on productivity, honoring commitments, and driving projects to completion Leads the collaboration with PMO and other stakeholders to ensure buy-in and the development of processes and standards that meet organizational needs. Responsible for environmental compliance on all projects Support development of Safety Management Systems, Quality Management Systems and Environment Management Systems Personal Characteristics Maintain a sense of urgency, while managing multiple initiatives at once, to ensure project deadlines are accomplished. Build trust and departmental structure by adhering to consistent standards as it relates to quality, process, and employee expectations Be self-motivated, self-starter who takes full ownership of project results Provide daily leadership to a staff of Project Managers responsible for planning and execution of projects Align personal and team goals to department and company goals Mentors and trains staff on project control tools to effectively manage project costs, schedules, scopes, change orders and inspires a culture of disciplined attention to detail and frequent contract referencing to support contractor management and generation of management reports Manage and support employee growth Provide and facilitate resources to participate in implementation and development of “First Time Right” training initiatives Education and/or Work Experience Requirements Engineering Degree or Construction Management Major preferred PMI/PMP certification · Knowledge of OSHA safety and construction regulations. Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Project and P6 Experience and proficiency with MS Office including MS Excel and MS Word Solid knowledge and understanding of key value drivers for renewable power projects and developer/owner/operator company objectives Strong oral and written communication, project management, leadership, and team-building skills, including experience working with cross-functional internal and external technical advisors and stakeholders Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, edit, and understand plans and specifications for civil, mechanical, and electrical work Experience with managing renewable energy construction contracts including change order management and dispute resolution Experienced with managing and driving project schedules Ability to travel 50% of time or more to project locations Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some tasks assigned at outdoor solar plant sites. Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management. Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. There is a lot to learn at Strata, but we’re here to help you give your best and have a good time doing it. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We are driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. 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