Manages small, minimally complex projects. Manages one to a few clients and/or projects. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The successful applicant will develop, plan, coordinate and manage all aspects of solar and other renewable energy projects. The individual must have the ability to see projects from concept through completion. This is a Seller-Doer position that can involve a wide variety of diverse assignments including: resource assessment, due diligence, siting, feasibility studies, new technology evaluation, project proposal evaluation, market assessments, strategic planning, policy evaluation, pro forma economic analysis, project design and construction management. In addition, this position will have some marketing and business development responsibilities. The Project Manager will also support the growth of the Irvine Renewable Energy Team by being involved with hiring and mentoring the professional staff. The Project Manager will work to plan and assign resources for the solar and other renewable energy projects. The position will entail interaction with clients including: utilities, energy project developers, financial institutions, energy end-users, investors, government agencies, and other organizations. Specific job responsibilities include managing engineering services projects, including scope definition, project staffing, technical oversight, and responsibility for successful project execution on time and within budget. Other responsibilities include: Lead and contribute to authorship of reports, studies, and proposals. Mentor and manage work of others in multi-disciplinary teams. Lead and assist with business development activities in area of expertise. Develop new project opportunities and business lines. Represent Black & Veatch through speaking engagements and participation in industry meetings. The individual must have the ability to communicate clearly and succinctly through formal reports, presentations, memoranda and email. The position requires an individual to function equally well in collaborative, multi-discipline teams, and self-directed independent assignments. This individual also must be self-motivated, with an ability to balance multiple projects while working under tight deadlines. Demonstrated experience in mentoring young professionals is highly desirable. Good communications, coaching, mentoring skills and team building are necessary along with a good understanding of project financials. Minimum Qualifications BS Degree in Engineering, science, business, or related degree from an ABET accredited university. 5+ years experience managing the technical or commercial aspects of renewable projects, specifically in solar energy projects. Proven management experience is required, specifically in the areas of supervising, mentoring, and developing staff. Preferred Job Qualifications Masters degree or MBA would be beneficial. PE Desired. Some course work on energy systems, specifically some knowledge of renewable energy technologies preferred.
Company Description:
Black & Veatch Corporation is a leading global engineering, consulting and construction company with the mission of Building a World of Difference. By advancing the frontiers of knowledge, we provide our clients with reliable solutions to their most complex challenges, thereby helping improve and sustain the quality of life around the world.
Founded in 1915, Black & Veatch specializes in infrastructure development in energy, water, telecommunications, federal, management consulting and environmental markets. We offer leading experience in the market segments we serve, understanding our clients businesses and objectives, and having the financial resources sufficient to execute and sustain projects from the most basic to the very complex.
A single integrated global workforce allows Black & Veatch to deploy optimal multi-disciplinary teams from around the world. And, our experienced dedicated professionals have the right technical expertise aligned with client objectives.
Black & Veatch uses the right proven technologies to reduce end-user risk and provide best life-cycle benefits, and integrate smoothly with current or other technology. Our reliable technology meets performance guarantees with measurable standards for cost and schedule. Clients rely upon our technologies for industry-best project execution and superlative risk management techniques as crucial to success.
The single source solutions Black & Veatch provides in the markets we serve allow our clients to focus on their businesses and simplify their lives with a single point of contact, while being offered concept to completion work and lifecycle support. Among the services we offer: conceptual and preliminary engineering services, engineering design, procurement, construction, asset management, environmental, security design and consulting, and management consulting.
Our employee-owned company has more than 100 offices worldwide. Black & Veatch is ranked on the Forbes 500 Largest Private Companies in the United States listing.
