Job DescriptionDNV Energy Systems' Renewables and Power Grids group is seeking a
Technical Project Manager to join our Measurements team. The primary function of this position is to support construction crews in installations and maintenance of meteorological stations including met masts, lidars, and solar monitoring stations. You will work with clients regularly, providing them with quality measurement and maintenance campaigns and building genuine relationships as part of one of the most respected independent consultancies in the world.
This role is based at our DNV office in Seattle, WA, Portland, OR. While this role is tied to a specific location, we will consider qualified candidates in other U.S. locations such as San Diego, CA, Oakland, CA, Austin, TX, Houston, TX, or Medford, MA. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process. What You'll DoIn this role, you'll help deliver high-quality wind and solar measurement campaigns by coordinating subcontractors, customer priorities, and technical inputs, ensuring work is completed safely and meeting customer expectations. Your work will focus on planning, coordination, technical judgment, and clear communication.
Primary responsibilities (85%-100% of working hours)
- Act as project manager for meteorological station installations and service campaigns, including:
Serve as key point of contact for customers, helping translate technical requirements into clear plans and maintaining strong, trusted relationships throughout the project.
Organizing and overseeing subcontractor schedules and mobilizations for on-site installation and commissioning of equipment, often with last-minute changes.
Remotely support technical troubleshooting (meteorological sensors, data acquisitions systems, etc.)
Work collaboratively with various stakeholders to resolve issues in a time critical manner
Safely complete projects by ensuring work is planned and executed in accordance with DNV safety procedures and industry best practices
Consulting, designing, procuring, and preparing instrumentation suites for measurements.
Data monitoring, authoring and reviewing technical plans and reports - Work with team leaders to coordinate delivery of all the Section's projects per the following priorities:
Customer satisfaction
Timeliness, quality and on-budget of deliverables
Uncovering opportunities to add value
Field Engagement, optional but preferred (0%-15% of working hours, based on interest and project needs)
- Observing or supporting inspection, verification, and commissioning of measurement systems.
- Climbing wind turbines and meteorological masts.
- Troubleshooting data acquisition systems and sensors.
Additional tasks may include but are not limited to:
- Supporting business development through lead generation and proposal writing.
- Developing tools and processes to continuously improve quality, safety, and value delivered to customers.
- Attend and participate in Regional, Department, Section, Lunch & Learn meetings, etc.
- Attend and participate in internal and external safety, IT, management trainings, etc.
Responsibilities- Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
- Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
- Spending accounts - FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
- Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
- 401(k) with company match
- Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
- Education reimbursement program
- Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
- Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
- Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
- Career advancement opportunities
**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election** DNV provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. The actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The range of starting pay for this role is $90,000 - $140,000 USD.
QualificationsWhat is Required- Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental or atmospheric science, or related degree.
- A minimum of three (3+) or more years' experience managing field crews and related project management experience.
- Demonstrated experience identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, or safety.
- Curiosity and interest in digital tools, data systems, and emerging technologies, with a willingness to explore and adopt new solutions.
- Attention to detail / curiosity for real answers from data (how, why, what, when).
- Strong overall Microsoft suite skills and ability to learn multiple software tools.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks, typing, sitting, and interacting with computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) most of the day.
- Normal office environment, occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs., regular walking, sitting, bending, twisting, standing, and reaching.
- Ability to occasionally air travel to wind and solar sites, other offices, and conferences (up to 15% annually, sometimes long distance).
- Must possess a valid driver's license and able to rent and drive a car and travel on public conveyances when required.
- Ability to travel by car up to six hours and walking on uneven terrain.
- We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening.
What is Preferred - A minimum of three (3) years' experience in consulting environment.
- Interest in growing into leadership roles within the organization.
*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position