Power Solutions Project Manager

Position:

Power Solutions Project Manager Location:

Bellevue, WA (up to 50% travel to project sites across the U.S)

Duration:

6 Months (Possibility of extension)

Responsibilities:

Program Coordination & Oversight Responsible for the coordination and completion of 12 simultaneous power solution projects across multiple U.S. sites Oversee all aspects of the power deployment program from feasibility through commissioning and handover Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of all projects Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of the program, including monthly flash updates and executive summaries Lead and direct the work of contractors, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional teams Perform a variety of tasks ranging from technical design review to stakeholder management to regulatory coordination Client Specifications & Quality Assurance Follow and verify that Client specifications are met across all power infrastructure installations Ensure all electrical equipment, switchgear, generators, and associated systems comply with Client's technical standards and design requirements Conduct quality reviews at each project phase to validate adherence to Client specifications before progressing to next milestone Verify vendor deliverables, shop drawings, and equipment submittals meet Client's engineering standards Coordinate with Client's internal engineering teams to resolve specification questions and obtain approvals Document and track any deviations from Client specifications, securing proper waivers or corrective actions Switchgear (SWGR) Orders & Management Own the end-to-end switchgear procurement process: specification development, vendor selection, purchase order issuance, and delivery tracking Track SWGR lead times (10-26 weeks) across all sites and ensure orders are placed to meet project timelines Coordinate with Eaton and other SWGR manufacturers on custom configurations and delivery schedules Verify switchgear meets Client specifications including voltage ratings, bus configurations, and protection schemes Monitor factory acceptance testing (FAT) and coordinate site delivery logistics Escalate SWGR delivery risks immediately when lead times threaten project schedules Air Permits - Submission & Tracking Own the air permit application process for all sites requiring stationary generator installations Prepare and submit air permit applications across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments Track permit application status, agency review timelines, and approval milestones for each site Navigate complex permitting scenarios including CEQA approvals, non-attainment areas, and emission offset requirements Coordinate with environmental consultants (Trinity) to develop permit applications and emission calculations Maintain a permit tracking log with submission dates, agency contacts, expected approval dates, and required follow-ups Proactively identify permitting risks and develop contingency plans to avoid schedule impacts Ensure all emission data (HAP, formaldehyde, startup profiles) is obtained from generator vendors (Enchanted Rock) for permit applications Project Execution & Delivery Drive end-to-end project lifecycle: feasibility, design, procurement, permitting, installation, commissioning, and handover Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and status reports Coordinate contractor mobilization, equipment procurement, and installation activities Identify and resolve critical path blockers with urgency; escalate issues proactively Rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals under compressed timelines Electrical & Power Systems Oversee deployment of temporary and permanent natural gas and diesel generator systems (1-5MW scale) Manage utility coordination including transformer upgrades, switchgear installations, and service upgrades with utility companies Review and validate electrical designs, single-line diagrams, load calculations, and power distribution configurations Coordinate natural gas pipeline connections, meter installations, and pressure requirements Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, and local electrical codes Stakeholder Management Serve as primary point of contact for utility companies, general contractors, generator vendors, and internal Client teams Coordinate with Property Construction Managers (PCMs) at each site Provide weekly status updates and monthly program reports to leadership Manage vendor relationships and hold contractors accountable to deliverables and timelines Site Launches Travel to project sites during critical installation and commissioning phases Oversee equipment startup, testing, and acceptance procedures Ensure safe energization and transition to operations

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Systems, or related field Minimum 7 years of hands-on project management experience in electrical infra