Position OverviewTract is in search of an Energy Projects Manager to join our Power team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of powering next-gen cloud and AI data centers while influencing the evolution of the energy grid. You will support the delivery of utility-scale power capacity through strategic collaborations with electric utilities, RTOs/ISOs, and other energy enablers. The right candidate thrives in ambiguity and takes ownership, from strategic thinking to hands-on execution in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. If you're ready to shape the future of energy and data centers, Tract is the place to be.
Job Responsibilities- Support senior team members with engaging utilities and power companies to deliver at-scale power capacity solutions from inception to commercial operations.
- Manage the day-to-day interactions with multiple utilities to ensure energy requirements and infrastructure needed to support Tract's planned growth are met.
- Support senior team members in evaluation of utilities' capabilities to meet Tract's needs, especially related to scope/design, schedule, and budget for large capital projects.
- Lead cross-functional technical teams of internal and external stakeholders. Effectively track, manage, and report on active project progress and financials. Proactively identify and mitigate risks to cost and schedule.
- Establish and grow business and technical relationships that contribute to the success of Tract in key markets.
- Provide portfolio-level analysis of project status for communication with senior leaders.
- Support the creation and execution of a power supply development program that is optimized across time, cost, reliability, and sustainability and points the organization toward future business opportunities.
- Support Tract's Land Strategy team on early engagement with utilities in identified markets.
Basic QualificationsEducation, Professional Certification and Licenses- B.A./B.S. degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Power Engineering, Construction Management, Economics, or related field.
- 5 years of relevant energy experience can be substituted in lieu of engineering or economics degree.
Years of Experience- 3 to 5 years of demonstrated energy project management experience in any of the following domains: construction, operations, project finance, rate analysis, technical project management, transmission, generation, or distribution development.
Required Experience- Demonstrated expertise collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to power infrastructure or capacity commitments.
- Ability to translate technical engineering concepts to executives, potential investors, and/or Board members.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with contracting and contract management.
- Economic analysis, engineering, or operational familiarity with battery storage, fuel cell, microgrid, grid-scale wind/solar, or similar energy technologies.
- Substation engineering, medium voltage, or high voltage project management experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of electric utility development in regulated or deregulated markets for the following: RTOs/ISOs, investor-owned utilities, electric cooperatives, and county/municipally owned utilities.
- Utility account management, regulatory, or economic development experience.
- Demonstrated success writing and delivering due diligence reports for future substation and/or transmission projects for utilities, owner's engineers, and/or EPC vendors.
- Track record of successfully collaborating with utility consultants or electrical utilities to plan, design, or contract for energy infrastructure.
Interpersonal / Soft Skills- Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and delivering high-quality work.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to influence outcomes and decision making.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and meeting multiple deadlines.
Travel Expectations- Work location is flexible to Denver, CO, Alexandria, VA, or remote.
- Regular travel (25%) to corporate office (Denver, CO) as well as to meet with local authorities and utility leaders in support of projects.
Expected Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 base salary plus discretionary bonus
Tract employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization's ongoing needs.
