Director, Project Delivery (Solar)

Brookfield Renewable U.S.•Boston, MA

1d•$160,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Director of Project Delivery coordinates, inspects, and controls the work of engineering consultants, OEMs, and construction contractors at greenfield and brownfield facilities across the United States. Projects cover multiple technical disciplines and renewable energy platforms, including solar and storage. Solar is the preferred area of expertise, though project management of other renewable technologies is possible. Travel is required to manage assigned projects effectively. Modal Power is a solar independent power producer with an approximately 2.3 GW portfolio comprising 15 operating projects, four under-construction projects, and three pre-NTP assets. It is managed by Brookfield Renewable, a global owner, operator, and developer of renewable power. The role reports to the SVP of Project Delivery.

Requirements

Core knowledge of construction techniques, construction and project management, and contract negotiation and administration.
Knowledge sufficient to inspect in-progress construction work for compliance with contract documents, specifications, permits, and drawings.
Strong time-management skills and the ability to organize, plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and projects.
Good oral, written, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to coordinate daily with Brookfield divisions and external organizations.
Good negotiation skills with clients, contractors, and vendors.
Strong project-management and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and with minimal daily supervision.
A practical, adaptable, innovative, collaborative, and solution-focused approach.
Minimum of 10 years of engineering or project-management experience.
Field experience related to hazards associated with the work.
Experience in occupational health and safety and environmental regulations.
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience or exposure in wind, solar, storage, and/or power generation fields preferred.
Solar expertise is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure contractors, subcontractors, and their employees comply with Brookfield’s health, safety, and environmental policies and contractual requirements.
Prepare tendering documents and evaluate bid packages for design adequacy and constructability.
Negotiate supply and EPC agreements with procurement and legal teams.
Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with designs, specifications, and contracts, and delivery on schedule and within budget.
Monitor fieldwork and coordinate with other project teams and local operations.
Attend or conduct pre-bid and preconstruction meetings and document minutes.
Prepare job-planning documentation with project stakeholders.
Inspect work in place to ensure compliance with contract drawings, specifications, regulatory requirements, and applicable codes.
Prepare and submit construction reports covering health and safety, environmental matters, and construction progress.
Recommend corrective actions to management as issues arise.
Recommend work-plan changes when work practices can be made more efficient.
Assess the quality of safety and environmental discussions and job plans.
Conduct Safe Work Observations on medium- and high-risk work.
Attend contractors’ health, safety, and environmental meetings.
Track costs and provide monthly contract forecasts, including change orders.
Conduct contractor post-work evaluations of health and safety, environmental, technical, project-management, and financial performance.
Manage or participate in technical due diligence efforts.
Support organizational growth through development and M&A activities, as appropriate.