Position SummaryThe Director of Project Management is responsible for overall project delivery of utility-scale solar EPC projects at the site level. This role has full accountability for schedule, budget, contract execution, and client satisfaction from Notice to Proceed (NTP) through Commercial Operation Date (COD). Working closely with the Construction Director, this position leads project controls, reporting, and commercial management to ensure successful project outcomes and margin protection.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership &amp; Oversight<ul> <li>Serve as the senior project leader responsible for end-to-end delivery of on-site EPC projects (20MW–500MW+) </li> <li>Partner with the Construction Director to align field execution with project objectives </li> <li>Ensure all project functions (construction, engineering, procurement, commissioning) are coordinated and integrated </li></ul>Schedule &amp; Cost Management<ul> <li>Own and manage the master project schedule, including critical path and milestone tracking (NTP to COD) </li> <li>Oversee project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls to ensure financial targets are met </li> <li>Lead variance analysis and implement corrective actions to address schedule or cost deviations </li></ul>Contract &amp; Commercial Management<ul> <li>Administer EPC contracts, ensuring compliance with scope, terms, and conditions </li> <li>Lead change order management, claims development, and dispute resolution </li> <li>Protect project margins through proactive commercial oversight and risk mitigation </li></ul>Project Controls &amp; Reporting<ul> <li>Direct project controls including scheduling, cost tracking, and performance reporting </li> <li>Provide regular updates to executive leadership and clients (progress, risks, financials) </li> <li>Implement KPI tracking and reporting systems to measure project performance </li></ul>Risk &amp; Issue Management<ul> <li>Identify project risks across schedule, cost, supply chain, and execution </li> <li>Develop and implement mitigation strategies </li> <li>Escalate critical issues and drive timely resolution </li></ul>Client &amp; Stakeholder Management<ul> <li>Serve as the primary point of contact for the client/owner on project performance </li> <li>Manage relationships with utilities, regulators, and third-party stakeholders </li> <li>Lead project meetings, reporting reviews, and executive updates </li></ul>Qualifications<ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field (preferred) </li> <li>10–15+ years of project management experience, including utility-scale solar or large infrastructure EPC projects </li> <li>Proven track record managing full lifecycle EPC contracts from NTP to COD </li> <li>Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, and cost management practices </li> <li>Experience with project management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Procore, MS Project) </li></ul>Core Competencies<ul> <li>Strategic project leadership and execution </li> <li>Strong commercial and financial acumen </li> <li>Advanced risk management and problem-solving </li> <li>Excellent communication and client management skills </li> <li>Ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex project environments </li></ul>Work Environment<ul> <li>Primarily based at active project sites with regular travel as needed </li> <li>Combination of field and office-based work </li> <li>Requires ability to operate in fast-paced, high-pressure construction environments </li> <li>Extended hours may be required to meet critical project milestones </li></ul>

SunEnergy1 is a vertically integrated Solar Developer that controls all stages of a solar project in-house from land acquisition, permitting, design, engineering, and construction to operations and maintenance. This model creates significant pricing and term flexibility, ensuring the best price for the corporate, institutional and utility partners. As experts in utility-scale Corporate and Institutional Development Projects, SunEnergy1 has a proven track record assembling customers and structuring Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) for the development of large-scale solar facilities. SunEnergy1 is committed to the communities within which we operate, helping to support through sustainable development and employment opportunities to thousands of families. We believe this support will create a positive lasting impact on each community.

Director of Project Management – Utility-Scale Solar (EPC, Site-Based)

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