Project Manager - BESS - Services

RES•Denver, CO

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager – Energy Storage, Services is responsible for the overall operational performance, contractual compliance, safety, reliability, budget management, client satisfaction, and strategic execution of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) assets. This role provides full asset ownership and leadership for assigned projects and clients, ensuring operational excellence throughout the lifecycle of operating facilities. The Project Manager leads Site Managers, APMs, and other personnel, and reports to the Operations and Maintenance Manager – Energy Storage.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Relevant experience can be substituted for a degree.
2+ years of project or operations management experience required.
2+ years of utility-scale renewables, power generation, transmission, electrical infrastructure, or BESS experience required.
Utility-scale BESS experience.
NERC compliance experience.
Familiarity with SCADA, EMS, PCS, inverters, reliability engineering, and asset management systems.
Advanced knowledge of asset management, O&M planning, budgeting, forecasting, contract administration, reliability engineering, RCA, risk management, safety systems, quality systems, environmental compliance, vendor management, leadership, and Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with CMMS, SCADA, and operational reporting platforms.
Functional competencies include accountability, customer focus, excellence, communication, and continuous improvement.
Domestic and International travel 16-30% required.
Valid Driver’s License required.
We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Leads HSQE programs, ensuring compliance with safety procedures, incident investigations, contractor safety management, environmental requirements, emergency response, and workforce training.
Serves as primary client contact: leads performance reviews, manages communications, addresses concerns, presents KPIs, supports contractual obligations, and develops long-term asset strategies.
Manages annual maintenance plans, preventive and corrective maintenance, outage coordination, resource planning, and operational procedures.
Supports commissioning and augmentation activities and leads major corrective maintenance projects.
Owns availability and reliability KPIs, leads RCA investigations, monitors performance trends, and coordinates OEM support.
Implements continuous improvement initiatives.
Develops budgets, forecasts costs, manages expenditures, reviews invoices, supports capital planning, and identifies cost optimization opportunities.
Maintains understanding of O&M agreements, warranties, service contracts, and KPIs; manages change orders, risks, vendor requirements, and commercial obligations.
Manages vendors, subcontractors, and OEMs to ensure compliance with safety, quality, cost, and schedule requirements.
Leads risk assessments, supports audits, and manages corrective actions.
Ensures regulatory compliance, including OSHA, NFPA, NERC, and applicable utility requirements.
Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
Complies with the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.
Presents, supports, and leads by example with a safety- and quality-oriented attitude. Shows that safety is the most important function, ensuring all employees follow safe practices while working. Continually reinforces safe behaviors and corrects “at risk” behaviors.
Adheres to and ensures all site team members understand standard operating procedures.
Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality, and safety matters, using the systems in place.
Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
Manages Site Managers, APMs, and other personnel.
Participates in hiring and selection processes to fill positions on the team.
Communicates regularly with direct reports regarding goals, accomplishments, and policy updates.
Demonstrates leadership and expertise in the eyes of the client group.
Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.
Conducts regular development discussions and empowers employees to grow.
Conducts timely and effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts
4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
Short and Long Term Disability
Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
401 (k) plan with 6% company match
2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Prorated Sick days and 10 Paid Holidays-includes Floating Holiday
Tuition Reimbursement
Volunteer and Charity Matching
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
Wellness Reimbursement