Project Manager

Acciona•Chicago, IL

17d•$115,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a Project Manager to lead the successful execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS), wind, and hybrid energy facilities. This position manages projects from development and pre-construction through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and commercial operation, with a focus on safety, quality, schedule, budget, and overall project performance. The role leads multidisciplinary teams and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements

5+ years of experience managing utility-scale renewable energy, power generation, heavy industrial, or infrastructure projects.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
Strong experience with project financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, cost-to-complete, and project controls.
Strong contract administration and commercial management experience, including EPC and related project agreements.
Experience with project scheduling, risk management, performance reporting, and managing multidisciplinary project teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Autodesk platforms is a plus.
Ability to travel 25%–50% to domestic and international locations.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

PMP and OSHA 30-Hour certifications are preferred
on-site construction experience is preferred
Fluency in Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects from development through commercial operation, coordinating multidisciplinary project teams across construction, engineering, safety, quality, environmental, procurement, project controls, and commissioning.
Manage EPC, engineering, supply, construction, and service agreements, including contract compliance, change orders, claims, and commercial matters.
Own project schedule performance, including critical path analysis, milestone tracking, recovery planning, and schedule reporting.
Manage project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, earned value, contingency, and cost-to-complete analysis.
Lead project reporting, including weekly, monthly, and executive updates, KPI dashboards, performance tracking, closeout, and turnover records.
Lead quality management activities, including inspections, non-conformance resolution, corrective actions, root cause analysis, and lessons learned.
Serve as a primary interface with utilities, transmission providers, engineering firms, contractors, equipment suppliers, and other key stakeholders.
Champion a proactive safety culture and drive performance against TRIR, LTIR, and environmental objectives.
Support the recruitment and training of project personnel.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
HSA company contributions
FSA options
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
life insurance
disability coverage
paid parental leave
15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service)
9 public holidays
2 flexible holidays
$50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment