Westinghouse Electric Company
Solar Repower Project Manager
Westinghouse Electric Company, Juno Beach, Florida, United States
Overview
We are searching for a Solar Repower Project Manager on behalf of our client. This is a 1 yr. contract assignment (W-2). The person will be responsible for leading and managing all pre-construction activities for solar repower projects. This role ensures projects are properly planned, permitted, and ready for construction execution while maintaining safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives. This role requires the candidate to understand the existing solar assets that are solar repower candidates as well as how a repower design can be incorporated and optimized into the existing assets.
Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Management : Lead pre-construction project teams through all phases from development handoff to execution turnover. Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers for multiple concurrent projects. Coordinate with business management, development, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless project execution. Manage project scope, timeline, and budget while identifying and mitigating risks.
Engineering & Design Management : Oversee engineering design activities including electrical, civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines. Review engineering deliverables, specifications, and design packages. Coordinate interconnection studies and grid integration requirements. Manage design optimization efforts to maximize project value and constructability.
Permitting & Regulatory Compliance : Work with environmental team to understand required permits and other regulatory requirements. Coordinate with regulatory agencies, utilities, and local authorities. Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations.
Procurement & Contract Management : Support procurement activities including equipment specifications, vendor qualification, and contract negotiations. Manage safe harbor equipment requirements and tax credit compliance timelines. Coordinate delivery schedules and Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) requirements. Review and approve vendor submittals and technical documentation.
Financial Management : Monitor project budgets and cost forecasts throughout the pre-construction phase. Support cost capitalization processes and financial reporting requirements. Coordinate with finance teams on project funding and financial close activities. Track and report on key financial metrics.
Stakeholder Management : Lead project meetings, reviews, and milestone presentations. Communicate project status, issues, and risks to senior management. Coordinate with operations teams for handoff planning and commissioning preparation.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field
5+ years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy pre-construction project management or engineering
Experience with utility interconnection processes
Knowledge of solar construction
PMP certification preferred
Technical Skills Strong understanding of solar PV and battery storage technologies
Knowledge of power systems, grid interconnection, and utility regulations
Experience with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance
Familiarity with safe harbor provisions and renewable energy tax credits
Proficiency in project management software and scheduling tools
Proficiency in Excel
Compensation
The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $82.00/hr to $87.00/hr.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
Job ID: 18394
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We are searching for a Solar Repower Project Manager on behalf of our client. This is a 1 yr. contract assignment (W-2). The person will be responsible for leading and managing all pre-construction activities for solar repower projects. This role ensures projects are properly planned, permitted, and ready for construction execution while maintaining safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives. This role requires the candidate to understand the existing solar assets that are solar repower candidates as well as how a repower design can be incorporated and optimized into the existing assets.
Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Management : Lead pre-construction project teams through all phases from development handoff to execution turnover. Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers for multiple concurrent projects. Coordinate with business management, development, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless project execution. Manage project scope, timeline, and budget while identifying and mitigating risks.
Engineering & Design Management : Oversee engineering design activities including electrical, civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines. Review engineering deliverables, specifications, and design packages. Coordinate interconnection studies and grid integration requirements. Manage design optimization efforts to maximize project value and constructability.
Permitting & Regulatory Compliance : Work with environmental team to understand required permits and other regulatory requirements. Coordinate with regulatory agencies, utilities, and local authorities. Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations.
Procurement & Contract Management : Support procurement activities including equipment specifications, vendor qualification, and contract negotiations. Manage safe harbor equipment requirements and tax credit compliance timelines. Coordinate delivery schedules and Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) requirements. Review and approve vendor submittals and technical documentation.
Financial Management : Monitor project budgets and cost forecasts throughout the pre-construction phase. Support cost capitalization processes and financial reporting requirements. Coordinate with finance teams on project funding and financial close activities. Track and report on key financial metrics.
Stakeholder Management : Lead project meetings, reviews, and milestone presentations. Communicate project status, issues, and risks to senior management. Coordinate with operations teams for handoff planning and commissioning preparation.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field
5+ years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy pre-construction project management or engineering
Experience with utility interconnection processes
Knowledge of solar construction
PMP certification preferred
Technical Skills Strong understanding of solar PV and battery storage technologies
Knowledge of power systems, grid interconnection, and utility regulations
Experience with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance
Familiarity with safe harbor provisions and renewable energy tax credits
Proficiency in project management software and scheduling tools
Proficiency in Excel
Compensation
The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $82.00/hr to $87.00/hr.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
Job ID: 18394
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