Soltage
Company Overview:
Soltage is a leader in the development, financing, and operation of distributed utility-scale solar, storage and solar + storage assets for commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility customers across the United States. Soltage has developed more than 125 solar energy projects, with more than 600 MW total distributed generating capacity in operation or under construction and invested over $1.5 Billion to date into the US clean energy sector.
Position Description:
Join an established and fast-growing distributed generation company as a key member of the Projects and Engineering team.
The Project Manager will undertake detailed site assessments, prepare, negotiate and manage project contracts, facilitate full compliance with all permits and utility requirements, and ensure that the projects are constructed, commissioned and tested in full accordance with Soltage standards and specifications.
The Project Manager will be responsible for project construction, interconnection, commissioning and testing through to system operation and will additionally provide technical and commercial support during the project development, acquisition and financing process. The successful candidate will have prior experience with BESS technology, as well as knowledge of BESS permitting and fire prevention requirements. Job Responsibilities:
Work with the Storage Development Team to perform site-assessments, evaluate site viability and constructability. Evaluate system capacity and production expectations and assess electrical interconnection options and strategies. Evaluate project opportunities, risks and mitigants. Prepare detailed requests for proposal (RFPs) and manage the resultant contractor bid-processes. Prepare, negotiate and manage key design, procurement and construction contracts. Manage projects from initiation through to operation, completion. Hand-over the completed and fully-documented projects to the Asset Management and Operations teams. Manage and ensure quality-assurances practices are upheld, either directly or through contracted Owner’s Representatives. Review and evaluate electrical, mechanical, civil and structural designs, reports, calculations and surveys. Review and evaluate environmental and land-use permits, surveys and reports. Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules. Provide concise summary reports and status updates to the Soltage management team and board members. Oversee and perform project inspections and system tests. Ensure compliance with engineering specifications and performance objectives.
Experience and Education Requirements:
BA/BS college or university degree in an engineering discipline, preferably electrical or mechanical. NABCEP or similar solar PV certification is desirable although not required. Minimum six years’ relevant project execution experience, with at least four years of commercial or utility-scale solar PV or BESS project management experience. At least two years of commercial/industrial battery energy storage experience preferred. Budget responsibility of at least $5MM. Detailed understanding of three-phase electrical systems and the National Electrical Code. Knowledge and experience of medium-voltage electrical systems and equipment preferred. Knowledge and experience of environmental and land-use permits, restrictions and regulations. Ability to negotiate engineering, procurement, and construction bids and contracts. Ability to travel as needed. Ability to climb ladders and work on rooftops as needed. Own an unexpired driving license with a clean driving record. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and Project. AutoCAD experience is a plus. Location:
This position will be staffed out of Soltage’s headquarters in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Application Instructions :
To apply, send your resume to HR@soltage.com with the subject line “BESS Project Manager”.
Soltage is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Description:
Join an established and fast-growing distributed generation company as a key member of the Projects and Engineering team.
The Project Manager will undertake detailed site assessments, prepare, negotiate and manage project contracts, facilitate full compliance with all permits and utility requirements, and ensure that the projects are constructed, commissioned and tested in full accordance with Soltage standards and specifications.
The Project Manager will be responsible for project construction, interconnection, commissioning and testing through to system operation and will additionally provide technical and commercial support during the project development, acquisition and financing process. The successful candidate will have prior experience with BESS technology, as well as knowledge of BESS permitting and fire prevention requirements. Job Responsibilities:
Work with the Storage Development Team to perform site-assessments, evaluate site viability and constructability. Evaluate system capacity and production expectations and assess electrical interconnection options and strategies. Evaluate project opportunities, risks and mitigants. Prepare detailed requests for proposal (RFPs) and manage the resultant contractor bid-processes. Prepare, negotiate and manage key design, procurement and construction contracts. Manage projects from initiation through to operation, completion. Hand-over the completed and fully-documented projects to the Asset Management and Operations teams. Manage and ensure quality-assurances practices are upheld, either directly or through contracted Owner’s Representatives. Review and evaluate electrical, mechanical, civil and structural designs, reports, calculations and surveys. Review and evaluate environmental and land-use permits, surveys and reports. Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules. Provide concise summary reports and status updates to the Soltage management team and board members. Oversee and perform project inspections and system tests. Ensure compliance with engineering specifications and performance objectives.
Experience and Education Requirements:
BA/BS college or university degree in an engineering discipline, preferably electrical or mechanical. NABCEP or similar solar PV certification is desirable although not required. Minimum six years’ relevant project execution experience, with at least four years of commercial or utility-scale solar PV or BESS project management experience. At least two years of commercial/industrial battery energy storage experience preferred. Budget responsibility of at least $5MM. Detailed understanding of three-phase electrical systems and the National Electrical Code. Knowledge and experience of medium-voltage electrical systems and equipment preferred. Knowledge and experience of environmental and land-use permits, restrictions and regulations. Ability to negotiate engineering, procurement, and construction bids and contracts. Ability to travel as needed. Ability to climb ladders and work on rooftops as needed. Own an unexpired driving license with a clean driving record. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and Project. AutoCAD experience is a plus. Location:
This position will be staffed out of Soltage’s headquarters in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Application Instructions :
To apply, send your resume to HR@soltage.com with the subject line “BESS Project Manager”.
Soltage is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr