Senior Construction Project Manager

NineDot Energy • New York, NY

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

NineDot Energy is a leading community-scale, clean energy developer focused on creating innovative energy solutions for a resilient electric grid, economic savings, environmental justice, and reduced carbon emissions. The company aims to develop, build, and operate over 400 MW of clean energy systems by 2026 to strengthen New York's power grid and provide clean, reliable power, supporting the state's goal of 100% clean energy by 2040. Backed by Manulife Investment Management and The Carlyle Group, NineDot is expanding its battery energy storage pipeline, exploring new regions, and considering acquisitions to advance grid decarbonization. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Senior Construction Project Manager (CPM) leads the field execution of NineDot Energy’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and other Distributed Energy Resource (DER) projects from 30% design through construction, commissioning, and turnover. The CPM is responsible for managing contractors, overseeing field operations, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory standards. This role reports to the Director of Construction within the Engineering, Planning & Construction (EP&C) team and is ideal for a hands-on project manager balancing field leadership with project tracking and stakeholder coordination.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical), or a related field with ~7 years of experience.
• Alternatives: Associate’s degree with ~10 years of relevant construction experience, or High School diploma/GED with ~15 years of field experience.
• Significant practical field experience may substitute for formal education where appropriate.
• Proven experience managing construction projects in civil, electrical, or mechanical domains.
• Skilled in project management fundamentals, including scheduling, budgeting, and scope control.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and work sequencing strategies.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, including sitework, foundations, and electrical wiring.
• Working knowledge of local building codes, NEC (National Electrical Code), NFPA (fire codes), and construction safety regulations.
• Familiarity with NYC permitting processes, AHJ coordination (DOB, FDNY), and utility interconnection requirements (e.g., Con Edison).
• Direct field experience overseeing contractor work, managing inspections, and enforcing site safety.
• Strong organizational skills and effective written and verbal communication across stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Valid driver’s license or ability to travel across NYC-area job sites.
• Strong passion for clean energy and alignment with NineDot Energy’s mission and values.

Nice To Haves

• Energy project experience (battery storage, solar, or substations) is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with MS Project, Primavera, or similar tools.
• Experience with construction management platforms (e.g., Procore, Asana) is a plus.
• Ability to review AutoCAD drawings is beneficial.
• OSHA 30 certification and NYC SST preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Project Engineers and external Engineers of Record (EORs) from 30% design through Issued for Construction (IFC) to ensure constructability and field execution alignment.
• Support multidisciplinary design reviews at 30% and 60%, raising field-related issues such as access, clearances, and installation constraints for resolution.
• Provide field-oriented feedback to optimize construction safety, efficiency, and minimize rework (e.g., trenching layout, installation sequencing).
• Collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Procurement, and Interconnection teams to integrate design inputs, equipment specifications, and site conditions into construction plans.
• Manage end-to-end project delivery from readiness and handoff through commissioning and turnover to operations.
• Confirm field readiness in collaboration with the Planning Manager, ensuring permits, disconnects, and site access are secured before mobilization.
• Oversee daily contractor and subcontractor activities on-site, ensuring adherence to safety, scope, and quality standards.
• Direct civil and electrical installation, utility interconnection, inspections, and punch list activities according to project plans and safety protocols.
• Maintain construction schedules with the Project Controls team, tracking milestones, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor construction budgets, manage contingency spending, and review contractor pay applications, change orders, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain comprehensive project records, including RFIs, submittals, daily field reports, inspection results, and as-built drawings.
• Deliver timely project updates through dashboards, meetings, and leadership reports, highlighting risks, accomplishments, and cost or schedule trends.
• Contribute to lessons learned reviews and continuous improvement of construction execution standards and tools.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for utilities (e.g., Con Edison), AHJs (e.g., DOB, FDNY), and property representatives, maintaining professional field relationships.
• Manage day-to-day coordination and field execution for utility-driven milestones to keep project timelines on track.
• Proactively communicate field risks across internal stakeholders, including design changes, permitting impacts, and contractor issues, escalating critical concerns to the Director of Construction.
• Maintain a live risk register for each project and drive mitigation strategies related to cost, schedule, compliance, and safety.
• Always prioritize safety and regulatory compliance; stop work if unsafe conditions arise and coordinate with EHS or management for resolution.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 5% employer match on your 401k retirement account
• 20 paid vacation days off, plus 7 sick days, 9 federal holidays and 3 personal floating holidays
• 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for both the primary and secondary caregiver within the first year of birth or adoption
• Wellness initiatives including a $1,000 stipend
• 16 volunteer hours plus two planned company-wide volunteer outings per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior