Electric Vehicle Construction Project Manager (west coast)

Benelux•California or west coast, CA

About The Position

Bureau Veritas is hiring an Electric Vehicle Construction Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, multi-phase construction projects. The role is accountable for project outcomes, schedules, documentation, budgets, and quality, while coordinating internal teams, clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and other external partners. Projects include retail and commercial facilities such as restaurants, big-box stores, convenience stores, gas stations, distribution centers, and electric vehicle charging stations. Project scopes may cover tenant improvements, renovations, expansions, and ground-up construction. The position manages projects from development through closeout, including entitlement, design, permitting, bidding, contracting, construction, startup, and turnover. It involves overseeing multiple projects and sites across different states, administering contracts and change orders, managing financial forecasts and resource allocation, identifying risks, and maintaining client and stakeholder alignment. The role requires travel to project sites across the United States, potentially for 50%–90% of the work schedule depending on program needs. Travel and onsite work are generally expected for approximately two to three days per workweek; onsite visits may last up to one continuous week, and overnight stays may be required. The position can be performed from a remote location, with field and office duties. Candidates should have a related bachelor’s degree and at least three years of related experience, or five or more years of related experience and/or training in lieu of a degree. A valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required; a current PMP is preferred. The position has no specific supervisory responsibilities. Employees must provide their own cell phone and internet service. The salary range starts at $100,000 annually, with an annual incentive bonus plan. Bureau Veritas offers health and wellness benefits, paid time off, company holidays, retirement benefits, insurance coverage, tuition assistance, and corporate discounts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in a related field and at least three years of related experience; alternatively, five or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license with no significant motor vehicle accident points or violations and a clean driving record.
Knowledge of buildings, construction, technical standards, project components, processes, and methodologies.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex project documents.
Experience with proposal preparation, budget development, forecasting, and financial management.
Strong time management, active listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintain a safe and alert manner, and work successfully from a remote location.
Ability to travel extensively to project sites, potentially 50%–90% of the work schedule, including overnight stays when required.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands of field and office duties.
Must have a cell phone and provide own internet service.

Nice To Haves

Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Lead the overall direction, completion, program management, and financial outcomes of assigned construction projects.
Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables with cross-functional teams.
Manage project development from beginning to end, including consultants, general contractors, vendors, specialty contractors, internal departments, developers, budgets, and schedules.
Manage project phases including entitlement, design, permitting, bidding, contracting, construction, store startup, turnover, and closeout.
Oversee contract administration, change orders, budgets, schedules, and client delivery.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, documentation, and resource allocations.
Monitor milestones and deliverables, provide regular status reports, and manage stakeholder expectations.
Coordinate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders, clients, and project teams.
Manage multiple projects and sites across states concurrently.
Prepare proposals, develop budgets, forecast costs, and manage project finances.
Identify and mitigate project risks and proactively resolve issues throughout the project lifecycle.
Assess project execution and implement continuous-improvement practices and feedback loops.
Ensure project work complies with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements, codes, policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Deliver timely customer service and proactive solutions to client needs.
Maintain confidentiality of company information and exercise professional discretion and judgment.
Maintain a safe and clean work area and comply with applicable safety procedures and regulations.
Travel to client and project sites across the United States and perform onsite field duties.
Use an electronic tablet for live field data collection and operate a motor vehicle as needed.