Senior Renewable Energy Project Manager

Fisher Associates•Chicago, IL

11h•$120,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Senior Renewable Energy Project Manager – Solar, Utilities & Infrastructure (PE) Fisher Associates is seeking a Senior Project Manager with expertise in solar, renewable energy, utilities, permitting, and civil engineering to lead complex energy infrastructure projects and support business development across the Midwest. This role offers the opportunity to deliver impactful renewable energy and utility projects while helping expand our Energy + Environment practice through client relationship development and strategic market growth. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), or actively pursuing licensure, with a proven track record in delivering complex energy projects and building strong client relationships to grow renewable energy services. Interested in shaping the future of energy infrastructure? We’d love to connect—reach out to start a conversation with Fisher Associates. Location: Candidates should reside in the Chicago, Champaign, Springfield (IL), or St. Louis metro areas. About Fisher Associates: Fisher Associates is a multidisciplinary design services firm headquartered in Rochester, NY, with eight locations nationwide. The firm provides civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast engineering and construction engineering services to public and private sector clients across numerous markets. What You’ll Do as a Senior Renewable Energy Project Manager Support new business development efforts in collaboration with the Client Services team by delivering exceptional service, promoting Fisher’s capabilities, and building lasting client relationships. Successfully lead project execution for mid-to-large-scale environmental and energy infrastructure projects from initial setup through planning, safety analysis, and project kick-off. Manage project budgets, scope, schedule, and staffing to ensure successful and timely project delivery. Lead design strategy and collaborate with teams, clients, partners, and stakeholders to align with client goals and ensure seamless project delivery. Oversee project billing, client updates, QA/QC of deliverables, and project closeout. Provide clear direction, motivation, and mentorship to team members. Prepare winning project proposals and serve as primary client contact throughout the process. Successfully navigate and implement complex public processes and municipal approvals. Maintain active knowledge of the marketplace to identify key project opportunities and represent Fisher Associate’s in professional organizations, business boards, and community activities.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, with a Master’s preferred.
Over 10 years of engineering and project management experience, preferably with Energy sector renewable and utility projects.
Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred or ability to obtain it.
Experience with local, state, and federal land use approvals and permitting in Illinois, with familiarity in other Midwestern states preferred.
Experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, HEC RAS/TuFlow and MS Office programs preferred.
Proven client relationship and business development experience.
Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration, integrity and respect.
Deliver high-quality work using critical thinking, sound judgment, and exceptional organizational skills.
Proactively own projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growth environment.
Curious and improvement-minded, embracing feedback and continuously seeking better solutions.

Responsibilities

Support new business development efforts in collaboration with the Client Services team by delivering exceptional service, promoting Fisher’s capabilities, and building lasting client relationships.
Successfully lead project execution for mid-to-large-scale environmental and energy infrastructure projects from initial setup through planning, safety analysis, and project kick-off.
Manage project budgets, scope, schedule, and staffing to ensure successful and timely project delivery.
Lead design strategy and collaborate with teams, clients, partners, and stakeholders to align with client goals and ensure seamless project delivery.
Oversee project billing, client updates, QA/QC of deliverables, and project closeout.
Provide clear direction, motivation, and mentorship to team members.
Prepare winning project proposals and serve as primary client contact throughout the process.
Successfully navigate and implement complex public processes and municipal approvals.
Maintain active knowledge of the marketplace to identify key project opportunities and represent Fisher Associate’s in professional organizations, business boards, and community activities.