Development Project Engineer (Technical) -Utility Scale Solar & BESS

CIM Group • Fresno, CA

75d

About The Position

The Project Engineer-EPC & Development will assist the Construction Manager and Senior Development Staff with day-to-day tasks in Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC), which may include but is not limited to: tracking and monitoring progress; managing submittals, RFIs, schedules, contractors, vendors, permit coordination, construction & contract documentation, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in related engineering discipline or construction management required.
• Prior experience in utility scale solar with an EPC or IPP.
• 3-5 years prior experience in utility scale solar EPC.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent budgeting and cost containment skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using Sharepoint or other document control software.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using Project Management software including but not limited to BlueBeam, Microsoft Project, etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing PVSYST reports.
• Understanding of utility scale solar construction practices (racking systems, inverters, substations, gen-tie, electrical design concepts, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with project staff to create a strategic action plan required to complete the project.
• Facilitates and contributes to the development of project plans and designs.
• Assesses the competence, capabilities, resources, and financial status of vendors and contractors.
• Supervises progress of development project and prepares weekly and monthly status reports for senior staff and off-takers.
• Compares and tracks the actual cost of development project to budget.
• Assist in management and oversight of consultants and contractors.
• Assist in management of QA/QC process, commissioning, inspections, signoffs, punchlists, and closeout documents.
• Assist in management of energy regulatory approvals (CUP, CAISO, FERC, NERC, CEC, EIA, etc.)
• Ensures compliance with codes, guidelines, best practices, and policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A variety of Medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
• Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan, with company match
• Comprehensive paid time off, including: vacation days, 10 designated holidays, sick time, and bereavement leave
• Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off
• Up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing professional development programs
• Wellness program, including monthly and quarterly prizes
• And more!

What This Job Offers

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