Prin Develop Project Manager - Renewable

DTE Energy • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

Leads development and completion of a portfolio of utility-scale with a capacity of 1 megawatt (MW) or greater, renewable energy projects from land development through notice-to-proceed (NTP) for construction. Oversees project management requirements, including defining and overseeing scope of work, scheduling, estimating, engineering, and facilitating project construction work. Ensures project completion by identifying potential projects and advancing them through the development process, including MISO interconnection application, engineering design, permitting, pre-construction, and transition to construction. Serves as point of contact for community engagement in collaboration with other customer and community facing groups within the company. Provides coaching and guidance to other members of the project team towards successful project completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 7 years of project management experience (e.g., scheduling, estimating, project risk management, and construction management), inclusive of 3 years in renewable energy/community development/community engagement projects; OR
• Associate degree and 9 years of project management experience (e.g., scheduling, estimating, project risk management, and construction management), inclusive of 3 years in renewable energy/community development/community engagement projects; OR
• High school diploma or GED and 11 years of project management experience (e.g., scheduling, estimating, project risk management), inclusive of 3 years in renewable energy/community development/community engagement projects

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in engineering, construction management, business administration, or related field
• Experience in renewable energy sector
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Responsibilities

• Lead wind/ and or solar projects through development activities in early, mid, and/or late stages of projects
• Develop project scope and coordinate a team of specialists who provide project schedule, cost estimates and construction engineering specifications for renewable energy projects
• Oversee project expenditures and cost-effective procurement of labor, equipment, and materials; coordinate with authorized company representatives in conducting bid meetings and reviews, supplier selections and evaluations, and determining contracting strategy aligned with labor utilization strategies
• Represent DTE to local communities to progress project(s) through local siting and permitting
• Communicate project status to all stakeholders, including executive leadership levels, and engage stakeholders in decisions to ensure a clear understanding of direction and expectations
• Evaluate conditions to uncover and mitigate risks and develop recommendations to control project risk
• Manage compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements, including documentation and record keeping requirements
• Assess renewable energy market conditions, trends, and opportunities across multiple political and geographic environments and markets to position DTE as the most competitive developer in Michigan
• Lead community engagement efforts to maximize project outcomes, including direct engagement in community meetings as needed
• Coach and mentor more junior colleagues

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees