Senior Project Manager

Novilla RNG is a nationwide developer of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects at dairies across the continent. Our mission is providing a sustainable and beneficial path for North American agriculture to reduce their greenhouse gas footprint and create a reliable income stream. Our process digests cow manure, creating biogas that is purified into pipeline quality renewable natural gas that can be used in a variety of ways.

The digestion of the manure mitigates the amount of greenhouse gases emitted from dairy lagoons. Novilla RNG is rapidly expanding with 5 projects in operation and two new construction projects in South Dakota with December 2026 COD goals.

The Senior Project Manager will oversee on-site construction of dairy RNG plants, with responsibility for project schedules, budgets, cash flow forecasts, and equipment deliveries. This role works closely with Engineering and Construction teams to plan and execute multiple projects, ensuring milestones are achieved safely, on time, and within approved budgets.

The Senior Project Manager is accountable for schedule development and tracking, cost control and forecasting, coordination of long-lead equipment and materials, and proactive issue resolution in the field. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are required to manage multiple active projects while maintaining safety, quality, and performance standards.

• Lead project planning and execution for dairy RNG projects from concept through operations.
• Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and forecasts in coordination with Engineering and Construction teams.
• Oversee internal site managers and/or third-party construction or contract construction managers.
• Manage and track RFIs, document control, and revision control using Procore or similar platforms.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs, environmental permits, and prevailing wage requirements.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to select appropriate equipment and develop alternate solutions when required.
• Manage long-lead equipment procurement, logistics, and delivery sequencing.
• Maintain strong relationships with host farms, subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to support safe, on-time, and on-budget project delivery.
• Stay current on industry trends, technology, and regulatory requirements impacting RNG and construction projects.

This role reports to the Director of Construction and requires regular travel to project sites to support construction activities and key milestones.

• Demonstrated experience managing project schedules, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project for schedule development, tracking, and schedule risk analysis.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for budget management, cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) for coordination and executive-level reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, contractors, and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of construction safety programs, compliance requirements, and field execution.
• Experience using Procore or similar construction management platforms for document control and field coordination.
• Experience with MS Project or Primavera (P6) for schedule development and analysis.
• Prior experience in renewable energy, RNG, biogas, or industrial process facilities.
• Familiarity with CWIP reporting, cost-to-complete analysis, and accrual forecasting.
• Experience coordinating long-lead equipment procurement, logistics, and delivery sequencing.
• Experience working directly with host farms, utilities, or owner-operated facilities.

• Up to 60% travel, including walking across uneven surfaces at active construction sites.
• Climbing safety ladders up to 20 feet.
• Accessing elevated structures, including digesters up to approximately 82 feet via stairs.

Work locations include the Ypsilanti office, home office, construction offices, and field sites located at active dairy operations with livestock.

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus annual discretionary bonus.
• 120 hours of PTO and 40 hours of sick time during the first 12 months of employment (pro-rated based on start date). 160 hours of PTO and 40 hours of sick time annually after the first 12 months.
• 11 company-paid holidays annually.
• Company-paid medical and dental benefits for employees and their dependents. Vision benefits available at employee cost.
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match, fully vested immediately. Enrollment available after 90 days of employment.
• Numerous growth and advancement opportunities.