Solar Senior Project Manager - Early Stage

Position Scope and Organizational Impact

The Solar Senior Project Manager, Early-Stage works with Owners, Engineers, Vendors and internal departments, such as Legal, Risk, Finance, Operations, Business Development, Estimating, Engineering Management, Procurement, and Self Perform to manage project pre-construction efforts following project award. The Senior Project Manager is accountable for leading client relationships on the projects and overseeing a project management team responsible for managing project pre-construction activities.

• Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with clients to understand their goals, objectives, and project requirements
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the preconstruction phase, addressing concerns, providing regular project updates, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
• Proactively engage with clients to discuss contract terms, scope changes, and any potential modifications to project deliverables
• Collaborate with clients to identify opportunities for additional services and deliver added value to enhance the overall project experience
• Lead and manage a project management team responsible for overseeing day-to-day project preconstruction activities
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to the project management team, fostering professional development and encouraging a culture of excellence
• Monitor individual and team performance, provide constructive feedback, and implement strategies and processes for continuous improvement
• Oversee and guide the project management team in the execution of preconstruction activities, including schedule development, change management, budget tracking, and design kickoff and coordination
• Perform cash flow analysis while considering construction schedule, material deposits, early works, and general conditions
• Facilitate owner coordination efforts, establish effective communication between stakeholders to ensure project objectives are aligned
• Manage site due diligence activities, working closely with the team to address potential challenges and mitigate risks early in the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with Engineering on deliverables, document review, Drawing Log, geotechnical / testing requirements for Due Diligence, Owner coordination meetings, etc. to ensure schedule, budget and contract requirements are met
• Lead permitting process during preconstruction while coordinating with Engineering and Operations; hand off permitting to Operations Project Management once project team is assigned
• Manage Preconstruction RFI Log until Owner EPC Agreement is finalized; hand off RFI process to Operations Project Management once preconstruction is complete
• Lead procurement coordination efforts, collaborating with relevant teams to ensure timely acquisition of necessary resources and materials
• Review and negotiate contracts, including Owner Limited Notices to Proceed (LNTPs), ensuring terms and conditions are favorable and align with project goals
• Effectively communicate project status, updates, and risks to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Lead regular project review meetings, facilitating transparent discussions on project progress, challenges, and potential solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful project outcomes and maintain a high level of client satisfaction
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, technical business, or related discipline. MBA is a strong plus
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in the Solar/EPC Construction industry
• Relocation to South Florida is preferred to best lead teams and coordinate with cross-functional teams
• Basic industry knowledge on technical aspects, such as design, performance modeling, and construction, of utility scale solar power plants
• Obtains the capacity to swiftly focus on project specifics and then shift perspective to the broader strategy
• Manage challenges that can only be solved with input from multiple cross-functional teams
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with construction project management applications
• Capable of upholding communication that is effective, clear, and consistent
• Holds world-class leadership and interpersonal skills to drive team development. Passionate to create motivated teams through coaching and mentoring
• Knows how to have fun!

JOB TITLE:

SOLAR SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – EARLY STAGE

JOB LOCATION:

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME – EXEMPT – SALARIED

REPORTS TO:

DIRECTOR OF EARLY STAGE