Salary : $152,941.28 - $236,851.88 Annually
Location : Monterey, CA
Job Type: Full-Time 1
Job Number: 2026-11-13
Department: Energy Solutions
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: 12/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DescriptionCentral Coast Community Energy (3CE) seeks a driven Manager of Project Delivery & Operations to join our team!Apply immediately as this posting may close once sufficient applications are received.Annual Salary Range: $152,941.28 - $236,851.88 annually, depending on qualifications.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Monterey, CA; Soquel, CA; Santa Barbara, CA; San Luis Obispo, CA. Hybrid.
About the Position: Under the direction of the Director of Energy Solutions, the Manager of Project Delivery & Operations is responsible for the planning, design, construction, and operation of 3CE's energy projects. This classification takes approved projects from feasibility through procurement, construction, commissioning, and long-term operations and performance monitoring. The Manager also provides technical review in support of the Manager of Business Development & Site Planning. This classification ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within approved budget, and in line with 3CE's vision, mission, and goals.
This is an exciting opportunity to build and grow a team as part of a new department. DES provides local energy solutions to the Central Coast through projects and assets owned by 3CE, and this Manager will shape how those assets are delivered and operated for years to come.
Class Characteristics: This is a management class with project delivery, contract management, capital budgeting, asset operations, and supervisory responsibilities. The position requires comprehensive knowledge of energy (or other utility infrastructure) project design and construction, and the ability to direct the work of staff, consultants, and contractors. The Manager is the accountable owner for projects once they are approved for development, reducing 3CE's reliance on vendors and developers and retaining project knowledge within the agency. As the department grows, this role is expected to supervise additional positions related to project manager and operations.
Distribution and transmission level projects may include clean generation and storage that use the latest technologies to meet agency procurement and local customer needs. Other energy infrastructure projects may include public EV chargers and installation/management of T&D for member agencies.
Example of Duties - Manage the planning, design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and operation of energy projects, including generation and storage sites, and public EV chargers.
- Develop project execution plans, schedules, and capital budgets; track cost, schedule, quality, and risk from approval through closeout.
- Develop and evaluate project delivery models, such as build-transfer agreements (BTA) and engineering, procurement, and construction contracts, and recommend the best approach for each project.
- Develop and execute requests for proposals (RFPs) for EPC, design engineering, site inspection, and other contract services; evaluate proposals and recommend awards.
- Manage on-call contractors, consultants, and vendors, including scope, deliverables, change orders, invoices, and performance.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, interconnection studies, and permit packages; oversee construction administration, inspection, and commissioning.
- Provide technical review of potential projects for the Manager of Business Development & Site Planning, including design, interconnection, and constructability.
- Establish operations and maintenance for in-service assets, including vendor contacts, warranty records, uptime, and performance monitoring.
- Coordinate with Energy Programs on public EV charger projects and local generation/storage pilots, with Finance on budgets and financial review, and with Power Supply on portfolio value of projects.
- Ensure projects comply with safety standards; identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Prepare staff reports and presentations, and present to senior staff, and the Board of Directors on project status and construction approvals.
- Establish project files, contract records, and administrative procedures for the department.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff as positions are added.
- Other duties as assigned.
Typical QualificationsKnowledge of:- Principles and practices of design, construction, and operation of battery storage, solar PV, and EV charging, or other utility related infrastructure.
- Principles of electricity generation, distribution, and interconnection, including utility interconnection processes and requirements.
- Project delivery methods, including design-bid-build and build-transfer agreements.
- Construction administration, inspection, commissioning, and asset operations and maintenance.
- Capital improvement program budgeting, cost estimating, and funding practices.
- Public agency procurement, contract development, and contract administration.
- Permitting and environmental review processes.
- Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, safety standards, and organizational policies.
- Project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, ClickUp).
- Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Ability to:- Manage multiple capital projects at different stages at the same time.
- Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and engineering studies.
- Direct and hold accountable contractors, consultants, and vendors.
- Develop and administer contracts for professional and construction services in a public agency setting.
- Prepare clear staff reports, technical reports, and presentations, and present to the Board of Directors.
- Coordinate across departments and with site hosts, utilities, and permitting agencies.
- Use tact, initiative, and independent judgment within policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
- Establish and maintain effective filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate staff, including setting priorities, assigning and reviewing work, and building an effective project delivery and operations team as the department grows.
Education and Experience: Any combination of training, education, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications is:
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, construction management, environmental studies, business, or a related field.
Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in energy or infrastructure project management, including design and construction, of which two (2) years should include supervising staff or contractors.
Highly Desirable: Experience delivering battery storage, solar, EV charging, or other utility related infrastructure projects from design through construction and into operations, ideally for a public agency or utility. A self-driven professional who can build strong working relationships with contractors, site hosts, permitting agencies, and internal teams. Excellent written and oral communication skills, engaging presentation abilities, and the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences.
Licenses: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license, safe driving record, and evidence of insurance.
Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Professional Engineer (PE), or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification is a plus but not required.
Supplemental Information3CE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS RECRUITMENT AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICANTS.HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE AS DESIGNATED BY CEO: Current remote workdays are scheduled on Mondays and Thursdays
OR Employee may elect to work a 9/80 work schedule with alternating Fridays
or Mondays off.
BENEFITS: 3CE offers a competitive benefits structure to its full-time employees.
RETIREMENT: Employees contribute 10% of their salary on a pre-tax basis towards the PARS retirement system, and the employer contributes 10% towards PARS.
HEALTH INSURANCE: 3CE pays 90% employer paid coverage for employee plus family coverage. 100% employer paid for single coverage towards medical, dental, and vision. 3CE contributes up to $2400 annually towards flexible spending benefits and $3600.00 towards HRA.
HEALTH & WELLNESS: 3CE contributes $1,000 per fiscal year for health, wellness, or EV reimbursement.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: 3CE offers 457 deferred compensations.
PTO: 180 hours annually on an accrual basis per pay period.
CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE: This position is eligible for a cell phone allowance of $50.00 monthly.
Application Process:To be considered for this position, please submit a 3CE employment application, detailed resume, cover letter, and three professional references through 3CE's online Careers portal at
Following the filing date, applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this brochure and the class specification. Candidates deemed to have the most relevant qualifications will proceed with the selection process, which may include a written examination, oral presentation, oral interview, or a combination.
3CE offers a range of employee benefits, including but not limited to:
- 10% Employer Contribution and 10% Employee Contribution to 401(a) Retirement
- Health Premiums Contribution
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer Contribution to Heath Reimbursement Account
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Group Life
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Paid Family Leave Wage Replacement of 12 Weeks After One Year of Employment.
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