Solar Project Manager

RWE Clean Energy, LLC • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Solar Project Manager at RWE Clean Energy is responsible for the successful execution of large utility-scale renewable power generation projects, including solar PV, wind, and battery storage. This role involves overseeing construction safety, quality assurance, scheduling, contractor management, and budget oversight, ensuring compliance with contracts and managing project closeout. The Project Manager will work closely with field supervision and project engineering teams to achieve strategic goals and foster professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management related field from an accredited college or university
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification and Professional Engineer (PE) is a plus
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience; 5+ years of progressive project management experience
• Experience in the power generation field is preferred
• Construction field experience is preferred
• Able to travel 25% to 50% of the time
• Has a valid US driver's license
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to manage customer relationships
• Demonstrated commitment to learning about the Company and the renewables space
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and adept at coordinating multiple tasks and deliverables
• Capable of multi-tasking, while working independently and as part of a team
• Highly motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, with robust problem-solving capabilities
• Proven track record of empathy, relationship building, and effective leadership across diverse backgrounds
• Receptive to feedback, open to challenges, and eager for professional development
• Detail-oriented with strong business acumen and a comprehensive understanding of business principles.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in renewable energy projects
• Familiarity with project management software

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the timely execution of the project within established schedule and budgetary constraints and in compliance with safety, reliability, technical quality and regulatory requirements
• Proactively overseeing the execution of project contracts including the thorough review and approval of change orders and invoices
• Coordinating project expectations, workflows, and communications among various departments and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives, contracts, budgets and schedules
• Conducting Quality Analysis/Quality Control for key deliverables associated with managed projects and tasks
• Identifying, reporting, and managing project risks in collaboration with relevant project stakeholders to develop effective mitigation plans
• Selecting members of the project site team and providing clear direction to ensure the achievement of project goals and objectives
• Maintaining effective communication with senior management and all project teams, preparing and distributing progress status reports as required
• Ensuring the highest standards of environmental health and safety on assigned renewable energy projects

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Short-term incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees