UL

Project Manager, Onshore Wind Due Diligence

UL$90K — $115K *
Brea, CA 92821In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of project management experience in onshore wind energy.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, electrical engineering, or related field.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proven organizational and project management abilities.
  • Experience managing multiple complex projects within a team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of Independent Engineering and Technical Advisory projects.
  • Serve as primary client contact, managing expectations and relationships.
  • Oversee project execution, including budget and risk management.
  • Direct multidisciplinary teams to ensure project alignment with standards.
  • Provide technical direction to support project analysis and objectives.
  • Manage financial aspects including forecasting and compliance with contracts.
  • Support business development through proposals and client presentations.

Benefits

  • Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Wellness programs that support mental and financial health.
  • Retirement savings plan (401K) with standard contributions.
  • Paid time off including vacation and sick leave.
  • Flexibility with hybrid remote work options.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Join UL Solutions as Project Manager, driving Independent Engineering (IE) and Technical Advisory (TA) services for onshore wind project financing, sales, and acquisitions. Be at the forefront of wind energy advancements while collaborating with top-tier clients and a multi-disciplinary team.

This role can be hybrid from Albany, NY, Houston/Austin, TX, Northbrook, IL, Brea, CA, or remote in the United States.

Responsibilities

  • Lead full-lifecycle delivery of Independent Engineering (IE) and Technical Advisory (TA) projects for financing, acquisition, and development of onshore wind project portfolios.
  • Serve as the primary client interface, managing communications, expectations, and relationships to ensure satisfaction, repeat business, and cross-selling opportunities.
  • Oversee IE and TA project execution across scope, schedule, budget, and risk. Develop and maintain execution plans, track progress, and proactively manage variances and change orders.
  • Guide multidisciplinary teams (engineering, financial, and environmental specialists) to ensure technical consistency, quality, and alignment with UL's standards.
  • Provide high-level technical direction to support the team's analysis and conclusions while maintaining focus on overall project objectives and client needs.
  • Manage project financials, including forecasting, invoicing, margin tracking, and ensuring commercial compliance with contract terms.
  • Support business development activities: contribute to proposal writing, pricing strategy, scope definition, and client presentations.
  • Drive client engagement and relationship growth through proactive communication, follow-up, and participation in industry events, conferences, and client reviews.
  • Facilitate project close-out activities, including lessons learned, client debriefs, and internal process improvements.
  • Mentor junior staff in project management best practices and promote a culture of accountability and collaboration.
  • Represent UL at conferences and business development meetings.
  • Guide the business strategy and development for the due diligence team.


Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience as a project manager in onshore wind energy due diligence, project development, construction, equipment supply, operation, or mergers and acquisitions.
  • At least Bachelors-level education and core competence in a relevant field, e.g., mechanical, civil or electrical engineering, construction management, operations and maintenance, commercial, legal, finance, business
  • Strong written and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment and successfully manage multiple complicated projects.

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary.

This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental, and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off, including vacation (15 days), holiday, including floating holidays (12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).

The application deadline for this position is 06/30/2026

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About UL

UL is a global safety certification company headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. It was founded in 1894 and has been providing safety testing, inspection, and certification services for over 125 years. UL operates in over 100 countries and has more than 14,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to promote safe living and working environments by advancing safety science. UL's services cover a wide range of industries, including consumer products, industrial equipment, building materials, and more.
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