Project Manager - EPC Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

AECON • Port Huron, MI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Aecon is seeking a Project Manager to lead utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects under an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) model. The Project Manager will be accountable for safe, high-quality delivery from contract award through commissioning, energization, and closeout, while achieving schedule, cost, and client objectives.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Seven to ten (7 - 10) years of project management experience in EPC construction, power generation, transmission and distribution, renewable energy, or industrial infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience managing project finances, schedules, contracts, procurement, risk, and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

• PMP or P.Eng. designation
• Electrical engineering background
• BESS, substation, renewable energy, or other utility-scale power project experience

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning and execution across engineering, procurement, and construction activities
• Manage project scope, schedule, critical milestones, and overall project performance, ensuring effective project controls are maintained throughout delivery
• Monitor and manage project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, cash flow, and timely change management
• Proactively identify, assess, mitigate, and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities, driving actions to resolution and escalating matters as appropriate
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate activities across engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractors, suppliers, and field resources to achieve project objectives
• Lead project meetings, ensure project reporting is accurate and timely, and maintain clear and consistent communications with clients, owners, engineers, project partners, and other stakeholders
• Administer project contracts and support claims management, dispute resolution, and the evaluation and negotiation of change orders
• Ensure project execution complies with contractual obligations, project specifications, regulatory requirements, and environmental standards
• Promote strong safety and quality performance throughout all phases of project delivery
• Oversee commissioning and energization activities, coordinate operational readiness, and ensure successful turnover to the client and timely completion of all project closeout activities

Benefits

• Support for mental, emotional, and physical well-being for employees and their families
• Investment in employee development through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs
• Commitment to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas
• Meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups
• Responsible operations managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree