Senior Manager, BESS Deployment Programs

The Project Manager leads the end-to-end execution of large-scale water utility and EPC energy/storage projects, overseeing cross-functional teams from project development through commissioning and handoff to service. This role serves as the primary client interface and is responsible for ensuring successful delivery aligned with scope, budget, schedule, and regulatory requirements while driving customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead full lifecycle delivery of large water utility and EPC energy/storage projects, coordinating engineering, contractors, permitting, utilities, and other stakeholders; Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing communications, reporting, documentation (meeting minutes, action logs), and commercial coordination, including alignment with DOE requirements; Develop and manage scopes of work, subcontractor agreements, and change orders while maintaining accurate project financials, budgeting, and cost performance; Oversee project schedules, including master and short-term plans; track progress, identify delays, and ensure delivery meets approved timelines, specifications, and budgets; Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional and field teams, promoting safety, operational standards, and effective collaboration across subcontractors and consultants; Ensure compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and reporting requirements while driving overall project performance and a successful transition to operations

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent relevant experience; 7+ years of project management experience with direct P&L responsibility; 3+ years of experience managing complex EPC or industrial projects (e.g., water, power, oil & gas, nuclear)

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in a technical engineering discipline (preferred); Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), including design, permitting, and utility interconnection; Project or change management experience; Experience in energy project development and construction; Grant funding administration experience; Strong leadership, collaboration, and influencing skills; Demonstrated business acumen and financial management capability; Experience managing Federal grants; Experience working with state utility regulators; Proven ability to operate effectively in a matrixed and global organisation

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans; Life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts; Accrued paid time off; 8 paid Holidays; 401(k) retirement benefits; Variable compensation including short-term and long-term incentives