Eagle Creek Renewable Energy LLC
Vice President, Engineering & Project Management
Eagle Creek Renewable Energy LLC, Badin, North Carolina, us, 28009
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About the role The Vice President of Engineering & Project Management is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team at Eagle Creek Renewable Energy, a leading U.S. hydropower operator. This role is responsible for overseeing all engineering and project management activities across our portfolio of hydropower assets, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant, cost‑effective, and sustainable capital and maintenance projects that ensure long‑term performance and resilience of our facilities.
While the official job posting is listed out of Badin, NC, we are open to candidates within a reasonable distance to any of our office locations:
Badin, North Carolina
Bethesda, Maryland
Neshkoro, Wisconsin
What you’ll do Engineering Leadership
Provide executive oversight of mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering functions
Ensure technical integrity, reliability, and regulatory compliance of all engineering work
Champion the implementation of innovative practices, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies to enhance asset performance and longevity
Project Management
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of capital improvement and infrastructure modernization projects
Oversee the full project lifecycle: scoping, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout
Implement and enforce rightsized project management methodologies for scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and quality control
Strategic and Operational Planning
Contribute to corporate strategy development with a focus on infrastructure investment, regulatory trends, and environmental stewardship
Support the development and execution of long‑range asset management and capital investment plans
Align project priorities with company‑wide goals, financial targets, and stakeholder expectations
Leadership and Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of engineers, project managers, and technical staff
Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Coordinate cross‑functional efforts across operations, asset management, regulatory affairs, finance, and commercial strategy
Regulatory and Stakeholder Engagement
Ensure all engineering and construction projects comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
Support the regulatory team in their liaison with regulatory agencies, contractors, community stakeholders, and industry partners
Prepare and present technical reports and project updates to executive leadership, board members, and regulatory bodies as needed
What Skills & Experience You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or transferable experience
Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible engineering and project leadership experience in the energy, industrial, or utility sector
At least 5 years in a senior or executive leadership role managing infrastructure projects
Deep knowledge of hydropower systems, including dams, turbines, generators, substations, and SCADA systems
Demonstrated experience working with FERC, Army Corps of Engineers, and other regulatory bodies
Strong project portfolio management, budgeting, and scheduling skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
The ability to lead and teach others, sometimes requiring simplification of detailed/complicated engineering concepts
The ability to travel as needed to support project oversight, team collaboration, and stakeholder engagement across various locations (20%)
While business travel is expected as a function of this role, the successful candidate must be within reasonable commuting distance to one of our corporate offices (Bethesda, Maryland & Badin, North Carolina).
Eagle Creek RE Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer
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About the role The Vice President of Engineering & Project Management is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team at Eagle Creek Renewable Energy, a leading U.S. hydropower operator. This role is responsible for overseeing all engineering and project management activities across our portfolio of hydropower assets, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant, cost‑effective, and sustainable capital and maintenance projects that ensure long‑term performance and resilience of our facilities.
While the official job posting is listed out of Badin, NC, we are open to candidates within a reasonable distance to any of our office locations:
Badin, North Carolina
Bethesda, Maryland
Neshkoro, Wisconsin
What you’ll do Engineering Leadership
Provide executive oversight of mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering functions
Ensure technical integrity, reliability, and regulatory compliance of all engineering work
Champion the implementation of innovative practices, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies to enhance asset performance and longevity
Project Management
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of capital improvement and infrastructure modernization projects
Oversee the full project lifecycle: scoping, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout
Implement and enforce rightsized project management methodologies for scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and quality control
Strategic and Operational Planning
Contribute to corporate strategy development with a focus on infrastructure investment, regulatory trends, and environmental stewardship
Support the development and execution of long‑range asset management and capital investment plans
Align project priorities with company‑wide goals, financial targets, and stakeholder expectations
Leadership and Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of engineers, project managers, and technical staff
Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Coordinate cross‑functional efforts across operations, asset management, regulatory affairs, finance, and commercial strategy
Regulatory and Stakeholder Engagement
Ensure all engineering and construction projects comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
Support the regulatory team in their liaison with regulatory agencies, contractors, community stakeholders, and industry partners
Prepare and present technical reports and project updates to executive leadership, board members, and regulatory bodies as needed
What Skills & Experience You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or transferable experience
Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible engineering and project leadership experience in the energy, industrial, or utility sector
At least 5 years in a senior or executive leadership role managing infrastructure projects
Deep knowledge of hydropower systems, including dams, turbines, generators, substations, and SCADA systems
Demonstrated experience working with FERC, Army Corps of Engineers, and other regulatory bodies
Strong project portfolio management, budgeting, and scheduling skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
The ability to lead and teach others, sometimes requiring simplification of detailed/complicated engineering concepts
The ability to travel as needed to support project oversight, team collaboration, and stakeholder engagement across various locations (20%)
While business travel is expected as a function of this role, the successful candidate must be within reasonable commuting distance to one of our corporate offices (Bethesda, Maryland & Badin, North Carolina).
Eagle Creek RE Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer
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