Project Manager - Utility-Scale BESS Development

Project Manager - Utility-Scale BESS Development at Hydrogen Group Project Manager - Utility-Scale BESS Development at Hydrogen Group in Jupiter, Florida Posted in about 24 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Job Title:

Project Manager -

Utility-Scale BESS Development Pay:

$45.00 - $49.50/hour

Location:

Juno Beach, FL Schedule:

Standard Office Hours Duration:

12-Month Contract The Project Manager leads advanced technical, financial, and regulatory planning for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, from early-stage development through construction readiness. This role applies engineering, economic, and project management expertise to optimize project scope, risk allocation, and financial feasibility across complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Lead pre-construction planning and optimization for utility-scale BESS projects, integrating engineering design, financial modeling, procurement strategy, and regulatory considerations to support investment decisions. Manage coordination across matrixed project development teams to ensure alignment with project schedules and priorities. Oversee collaboration with environmental, regulatory, cultural, land acquisition, interconnection, and other stakeholders to ensure comprehensive project development. Develop and refine technical project scope and key variables to enhance both technical performance and financial outcomes. Support origination and development teams in power purchase agreement (PPA) and grid interconnection agreement (GIA) processes, including negotiation support. Coordinate engineering, estimating, and procurement inputs for financial modeling and project design development. Leverage market data and industry insights to ensure robustness of financial models. Present financial models to internal stakeholders and guide projects through executive approval processes. Source, negotiate, and execute commercial contracts for key services (e.g., geotechnical, survey, engineering, EPC/PC construction). Represent project interests and maintain accurate reporting through project management systems and tools. Engage with executive leadership, suppliers, regulatory bodies, local communities, and other stakeholders. Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders at various levels. Ensure smooth transition of projects into the construction phase, including delivery of a complete and executable construction plan. Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in engineering, infrastructure, or construction environments. Experience in renewable energy, electricity markets, or battery storage projects is preferred. PMP certification and/or Six Sigma experience strongly preferred. Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong capabilities in financial modeling. Demonstrated strengths in project management, communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving.