[Hiring] Project Engineering Manager @Conductor Power

Role Description

The Project Engineering Manager is responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of solar energy projects, substation projects, and battery storage projects. This role requires a strong technical background in solar energy systems, substations, battery storage systems, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for renewable energy.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manages and coordinates 3rd party project engineering teams through the project design process.
• Coordinates with estimating, preconstruction, procurement, and project construction teams during the project lifecycle.
• Advises on technical items and issues that arise during construction.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead 3rd party engineering scope to ensure designs are constructable, consistent with internal standards, drive value engineering, and maintain project design schedule.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments to determine project viability.
• Provide technical guidance and support during the construction phase.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, procurement team, preconstruction team, and operations, to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
• Lead technical design and engineering scope reviews, collaborating with design teams to ensure engineering drawings, component selections, and specifications comply with industry standards and meet owner requirements.
• Review and advise on technical owner contract exhibits.
• Review and redline owner project specifications, technical scope of work documents, and project performance documents.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes in the solar energy field.
• Identify potential risks related to engineering design and project execution and develop mitigation strategies to address these risks.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and technicians.
• Ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation of all engineering processes, designs, and changes for future reference and compliance purposes.
• Evaluate and manage relationships with equipment suppliers and contractors to ensure the use of high-quality materials and services.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Complies with all company policies.
• All other duties as assigned or deemed appropriate.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of solar PV system, substations, and battery storage design, installation, and operation.
• Some understanding of SCADA and meteorological station requirements and design.
• Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully leading and delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, standards, and industry best practices in the renewable energy sector.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and other project management tools/software.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, renewable energy, or a related field.
• Proven experience (at least 3 years) in engineering, with a focus on renewable energy.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily sedentary work when working in the office.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing; frequent hand/eye coordination to operate computer keyboard and office equipment.
• Vision for reading, recording, and interpreting information; speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and other team members.
• Ability to move around project sites, which may involve walking, climbing stairs, and navigating uneven terrain.

Travel

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to visit sites or customer visits.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life, AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Weekly Cell Phone Allowance; Eligible for CP's Bonus Program