Apex Clean Energy

Senior Project Controls Specialist

Apex Clean Energy$95K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field
  • 5+ years in Scheduling and Project Controls
  • Minimum 3 years in Renewable Energy with experience in wind, solar, and BESS
  • Proficient in Microsoft Project and P6; knowledge of Procore preferred
  • Ability to critically analyze contractor schedules
  • Strategic leader with problem-solving skills
  • Effective communicator with high ethical standards aligned with clean energy values

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain project schedules from development to execution
  • Train and guide project managers in the scheduling process
  • Analyze and compare current schedules against established baselines
  • Ensure accurate schedule and cost information is communicated company-wide
  • Perform monthly cost-to-completion assessments with project managers
  • Conduct periodic project updates by gathering information across departments
  • Build and implement Procore processes and controls

Benefits

  • Supportive and energetic work environment
  • Respect for individuality and diversity
  • Commitment to professional development and mentorship
  • Opportunities for community volunteer involvement
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with corporate matching
  • Flexible spending arrangements
  • Paid Time Off and standard company holidays
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Senior Project Controls Specialist leads schedule development and maintenance, Cost control, and project review for Apex Clean Energy's onshore wind, solar, and battery energy storage (BESS) projects across the U.S. This role is responsible for developing and executing scheduling strategies that optimize cost, quality, schedule, and risk while ensuring accuracy to project managers.

The Senior Project Controls Specialist works closely with Engineering, Construction, Development, Project Management, Finance, Legal, and Operations to align procurement activities with Apex's growing and long-term growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain priority project schedules from Development through execution.
  • Train, assist, and provide guidance to project managers in scheduling process.
  • Analyze and evaluate current schedules vs established baselines.
  • Ensure accuracy in schedule and cost information being shared across the company.
  • Perform monthly and ad hoc cost to completes with Project Managers
  • Conduct periodic Project updates by working across departments to gather necessary information.
  • Build, train, and implement Procore and Controls processes and procedures.
  • Champion scheduling and cost controls across the company.


Qualifications

To succeed as a Senior Project Controls Specialist at Apex Clean Energy, you'll need to excel within the following criteria:

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, or a related field
  • Experienced in Renewable Energy projects preferred

Experience
  • 5+ years of progressive Scheduling and Project Controls experience
  • Minimum 3 years in Renewable Energy scheduling and/or cost, with direct experience in wind, solar, and BESS equipment

Skills & Attributes
  • Ability to analyze contractor schedules and provide critical analysis and feedback for the project team
  • Prepare and transitions schedules as projects transition across different stages of completion
  • Strategic, collaborative leader with a proactive problem-solving mindset
  • Effective communicator with the ability to engage executives and external partners
  • High ethical standards and alignment with Apex's clean energy mission
  • Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Project and working knowledge of P6
  • Knowledge of Procore and the financial module extra
  • Bonus for experience in Smartsheet

At Apex Clean Energy, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet every qualification listed in the job description. Your unique experiences and skills could be the perfect fit for our team!

If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to join us in accelerating the shift to clean energy, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application for our team's review!

Additional Information

Work Environment:

Works primarily traditional office hours in an indoor office environment. Flexible work hours allowed when work duties and business operations permit.

How You'll Grow

At Apex Clean Energy, our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the dynamic, fast-paced renewable energy industry. From on-the-job learning experiences to a robust multi-week onboarding experience to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

What Apex Can Offer You

At Apex Clean Energy, we know that great people make a great company. We value our people and offer employees a broad, best-in-class range of benefits.
  • A mission-driven, energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day.
  • A respect for and celebration of individuality, differences, and uniqueness
  • Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
  • Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning, hands-on experience, and mentorship
  • Training, strategies, and tools to support your personal and professional growth
  • Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
  • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
  • Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
  • Base and bonus commensurate with experience
  • Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
  • Benefits Offered: comprehensive high-deductible health plans, dental and vision insurance plans, short-term and long-term disability, group life insurance, 401(k) corporate matching, flexible spending arrangements, company paid parking and cell phone, fitness and wellness corporate discounts

At this time, Apex will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

About Apex Clean Energy

Apex Clean Energy is a renewable energy company that develops, constructs, and operates wind and solar power facilities across North America. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia. Apex Clean Energy has a portfolio of more than 13 GW of wind and solar energy projects in development, construction, or operation. The company's mission is to accelerate the shift to clean energy and help create a more sustainable future. Apex Clean Energy is committed to working with local communities and stakeholders to ensure that its projects are developed in a responsible and sustainable manner.
Learn more about Apex Clean Energy
Size
300 employees
Industry
Founded
2009

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