Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - Renewable Energy

Confidential Renewable Energy Developer | Fully Remote | United States

I'm working with an established, rapidly growing renewable energy developer seeking experienced Project Managers and Senior Project Managers to join its Project Management team.

This is an opportunity to join a well-capitalized renewable energy company with a substantial nationwide portfolio of utility-scale solar, battery energy storage (BESS), and hybrid solar-plus-storage projects.

The company has nearly 22 GW of projects across 16 states and five electricity markets, with significant projects currently operational and under construction.

Position Overview

The Project Manager / Senior Project Manager will oversee utility-scale renewable energy projects from execution through construction, commissioning, and commercial operation (COD).

This person will work closely with EPC contractors, engineering teams, utilities, owner's engineers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate has experience managing projects from either the EPC or IPP/developer side, with particular interest in individuals who have experience on both sides of renewable energy project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage utility-scale solar, BESS, and hybrid renewable energy projects through construction and commercial operation.
• Oversee EPC contractors, construction activities, project schedules, budgets, and overall execution.
• Manage EPC contracts, change orders, claims, procurement, and contractor relationships.
• Coordinate engineering, design reviews, equipment procurement, and construction planning.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, risks, quality, safety, and schedule performance.
• Coordinate with utilities, owner's engineers, independent engineers, lenders, and other project stakeholders.
• Oversee commissioning activities and support projects through COD.
• Coordinate project documentation, invoicing, project finance requirements, and equipment deliveries.
• Facilitate the transition of completed projects to operations and asset management teams.

Ideal Background

• Approximately 5-7+ years of relevant experience for Project Manager candidates.
• Approximately 8+ years of experience, including substantial direct IPP/developer project management experience, for Senior Project Manager candidates.
• Experience managing utility-scale solar, battery storage, or hybrid renewable energy projects.
• Background working for an EPC contractor, renewable energy developer/IPP, or both.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing EPC contractors and construction execution.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement, and change orders.
• Experience with preconstruction, construction, commissioning, and/or COD.
• Ability to independently manage projects and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.

Candidates with experience managing projects in the 100-350+ MW range are particularly attractive.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $150,000-$190,000, depending on experience and level.
• Annual bonus: 20%.
• 26 days of PTO.
• 13 company-paid holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-sponsored disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Additional wellness and employee benefits.
• Eligibility for the company's long-term incentive plan after two years, subject to plan requirements and award decisions.

No sign-on bonus is available.

Work Arrangement & Travel

• Fully remote position.
• Candidates located anywhere in the United States will be considered.
• Eastern and Central time zones are preferred.
• Pacific time zone candidates may be considered if comfortable working Eastern or Central business hours.
• Approximately 2-3 days of travel per month, typically involving one project-site visit.
• Additional travel may occasionally be required for significant project issues or emergencies.
• Business travel expenses are reimbursed.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join a growing renewable energy developer with a substantial project pipeline and meaningful opportunities to contribute to project execution.

The organization operates with a relatively lean team, giving Project Managers meaningful ownership, visibility, and involvement across the project lifecycle.

The company is particularly interested in professionals who enjoy taking ownership of projects, managing EPC relationships, solving execution challenges, and delivering large-scale renewable energy projects.

Interested in learning more? I'd welcome a confidential conversation to discuss your background, the opportunity, and whether it could be a good fit for your experience and career goals.

Oscar Associates Limited (US) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.