Senior Project Manager

TransGrid Energy

$100K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Irvine, CA
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, economics, finance, environmental science or related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects.
  • Strong understanding of project management principles, including schedule development, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
  • Experience managing project schedules and budgets, along with understanding key project value levers.
  • Proficiency in project management software (Primavera P6, MS Project) and MS Office Suite.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and exercise independent judgment.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and manage project and cost management tool and processes for TGE's portfolio.
  • Review, manage, and approve project budgets to ensure financial health.
  • Develop project organizational chart, communications matrix, and zipper plan for clarity and structure.
  • Manage project personnel, assigning tasks and responsibilities effectively.
  • Supervise preparation of monthly progress reports for third parties.
  • Define preliminary milestones and manage the overall project schedule for timely execution.
  • Establish goals for the project team to drive performance and accountability.
  • Review performance evaluations of team members to ensure they meet standards.
  • Ensure all contractual obligations and timelines are met in compliance with relevant agreements.
  • Supervise preparation of project contracts with assistance from legal counsel and project managers.
  • Review and approve bid evaluation packages and contract awards for quality assurance.
  • Manage and negotiate all project contracts to ensure favorable terms.
  • Define documentation requirements from all vendors and subcontractors for project consistency.
  • Interface with stakeholders on all project-related issues for smooth communication.
  • Provide project documentation updates for monthly project meetings to keep stakeholders informed.
  • Manage weekly internal project meetings to maintain team alignment and address challenges.
  • Review, negotiate, and approve all project change orders to manage scope effectively.
  • Review and approve project cash flows and estimates to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Manage construction site team to maintain project execution quality.
  • Maintain comprehensive project files including budget, schedule, risk management, and change orders.

Benefits

  • Work in a collaborative environment with dedicated professionals across the organization.
  • Engage in meaningful projects that contribute to sustainability and energy efficiency.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development in the renewables sector.
  • Be part of a team focused on innovative energy solutions.
  • Work on large-scale utility projects that have a significant community impact.
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

TransGrid Energy is seeking an ambitious and passionate Senior Project Manager who will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and completion of projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, in-depth knowledge of scheduling and cost management, and the ability to work collaboratively across various departments. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple tasks and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. The Senior Project Manager will work closely across the TransGrid Energy team and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed from late-stage development through financial close and ultimately commercial operation; ensuring safety, quality, timely and on-budget execution by TransGrid Energy and third-party partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Set up and manage the Project and Cost Management tool and processes for TGE's portfolio.
  • Review, manage, and approve project budgets.
  • Develop the project organizational chart, communications matrix, and zipper plan.
  • Manage all project personnel and assign tasks / responsibilities in accordance with this document and Project Execution Leadership.
  • Supervise the preparation of the monthly progress reports required to submit to off takers or any other 3rd parties related to the projects.
  • Define preliminary milestones and manage the overall project schedule.
  • Establish goals for the project team.
  • Review performance evaluations of the team members.
  • Ensure all contractual obligations and timelines are met in accordance with the Interconnection Agreement (IA), Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Interconnecting Utility Requirements / Guidelines, Financing Partners, etc.
  • Supervise the preparation of the project contracts (EPC, Independent Engineer, Owner's Engineer, etc.) assisted by legal counsel, Project Engineering, and Contract Managers.
  • Review and approve bid evaluation packages.
  • Review and approve contract awards.
  • Manage and negotiate all project contracts (EPCA, LTSA, Owner's Engineer, Independent Engineer, etc.).
  • Define documentation requirements from all vendors and subcontractors.
  • Interface with stakeholders on all project related issues.
  • Provide project documentation updates for monthly project meetings.
  • Manage weekly internal project meetings.
  • Review, negotiate, and approve all project change orders.
  • Review and approve project cash flows and estimates.
  • Manage the construction site team.
  • Manage the maintenance of the project files including budget, comprehensive project schedule, risk management, potential change orders, and contingency.
  • Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, economics, finance, environmental science or related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management of utility scale solar and battery storage projects.
  • Strong understanding of project management principles, including schedule development, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
  • Experience managing project schedules and project budgets, as well as understanding of key project value levers (commercial, financial, etc.).
  • Proficiency in project management software (Primavera P6, MS Project) and MS Office Suite.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to successfully communicate in all situations with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects/work streams, set priorities, and exercise independent judgment.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

The ideal candidate for this role will have authorization to work in the US prior to joining TransGrid Energy LLC. The Company will not sponsor or offer assistance with the sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.

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