Construction Project Manager - Renewables

Atwell, LLC • City of Cockburn, IL

113d

About The Position

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing! Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards: Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group, Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group, Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region, Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan, Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Requirements

• Prior experience in the construction of utility-scale renewable energy projects, 7+ years, including at least some of civil, structural, mechanical, and/or electrical (DC, MV, HV) construction work.
• Experience with Renewable Energy Major Equipment types – PV modules, solar trackers, inverters, MV transformers, substations, MPT/GSU transformers, a plus: battery storage module, instrumentation, SCADA.
• Construction project management, quality management, and safety management practices.
• Experience with construction document management systems.
• Familiarity with construction management software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project).
• Must possess or obtain, and maintain throughout, a valid US Driver’s License.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training certificate.
• NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace certificate.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead OE Oversight Activities: Serve as the primary point of contact for Owner’s Engineering services, integrating technical, environmental, scheduling, and document control functions into a cohesive project framework.
• Cross-Disciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with engineering leads across electrical, civil, environmental, and permitting teams to align all deliverables and ensure consistency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and timely communication with Owners, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to support transparency and alignment.
• Document Control & Review Management: Oversee OE documentation workflows, including drawing reviews, comment resolution, and status tracking to support client decision-making and recordkeeping.
• Schedule & Budget Monitoring: Track project milestones, update schedules, and support budget adherence by identifying and mitigating risks early.
• Performance & Risk Reporting: Prepare and present project updates, risk assessments, and performance metrics to the Owner’s leadership team.
• Compliance & QA/QC: Ensure all OE activities adhere to environmental regulations, design standards, internal processes, and client expectations.
• Continuous Improvement: Capture lessons learned and develop recommendations for process optimization across projects.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions.
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences.
• Competitive Compensation packages.
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards.
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Student Loan Repayment up to $25K.
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals.
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure.
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000.
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.).
• Dependent Care Match.
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP).
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits.
• Pet Insurance.
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options.
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance.
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness.
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees