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RES Solar Project Manager II in Dallas, Texas
Description
We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.
Summary: The Project Manager II – Solar is a site-based project management role that oversees and drives utility-scale solar projects.
Requirements:
Client Relationship Management Accountabilities:
Provides excellence in the management and delivery of the project in line with the client’s expectations.
Strengthens and continually maintains client relationships.
Planning:
Manages the project plan and hosts kick-off, update, and closeout meetings.
Manages project-required construction permits as a prerequisite for project inception.
Manages and maintains the project schedule from preconstruction to project closeout.
Budget:
Allocates budget, costs to date, forecasts cost to completion, procurement, and materials management.
Contract:
Manages Contracts and Change orders.
Manages purchases of project-related materials and equipment.
Maintains a complete understanding of all contractual obligations for the project and documentation of variances.
Ensures that the overall terms of the main contract are passed on to the subcontracts.
Ensures the project team and all associated subcontractors understand and adhere to the client contract, related exhibits, and project-specific agreements.
Leadership:
Supports recruiting and hiring of outstanding talent.
Directs, guides, and coaches discipline managers to ensure site activities are understood and follow established processes through quality checks.
Follows processes for systems and communication lines on site and ensures implementation is consistent.
Communicates variances to clients and executive management.
Manages site personnel.
Creates a culture of continuous improvement.
Manages rotation schedule to ensure proper staffing coverage during project construction.
Utilizes Safety Management Systems (SMS), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and technical procedures.
Performs audit functions to ensure compliance.
Provides a positive and engaging work environment by:
Aligning individual and team objectives to department and company objectives.
Managing and supporting employee development and growth.
Offering regular and direct feedback on performance and goal progress.
QA/QC:
Manages quality control program to ensure processes are consistent and implemented according to the plan.
Environment:
Provides the required documents, drawings, and other forms to active projects for monitoring and maintaining the EMS.
Supports developing projects to complete all required permitting activities before commencement.
Ensures training is provided and certifications are maintained on field staff to comply with EMS requirements.
Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.
Participates in additional projects as assigned by Director and VP.
Safety:
Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
Leads by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors.
Adheres to and ensures all site team members understands standard operating procedures.
Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing system in place.
Leadership:
Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
Manages one or more direct reports.
Participates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.
Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.
Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group.
Employee Development:
Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.
Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others.
Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent work experience (8 years) is required.
5+ years of project management experience is required
4+ years of Solar EPC experience is preferred
Ability to travel 75-100%
A valid driver’s license is required
Advanced level of knowledge in:
Estimating work efforts
Change orders
Project Permits
Leadership
Team building
Mentor and facilitator
Decision making
QA/QC Processes
Development of processes and procedures
Continuous improvement such as Lean, Six Sigma, Total Quality Management
Understanding environmental concepts, including permit requirements
Interpreting state rules and regulations
Project Finance
Contract Management
Sub-Contractor, vendor, and materials management
Construction drawing review
Drawing Quantity Takeoff
Engineering management
Communication, leading meetings, engaging teams, public speaking, presentations
Reporting
Writing skills
Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PPT, Outlook, Visio)
Scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera 6)
Job costing or accounting software
Functional competencies include building strategic partnerships, accountability, customer focus, system thinking, and excellence
Anticipated base salary range: $132,000 - $155,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.
RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:
Medical, Dental and Vision
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts
4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
Short and Long Term Disability
Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
401 (k) plan with 6% company match
4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
Volunteer and Charity Matching
Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
Wellness Reimbursement
Physical requirements and environment:
The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel Requirements: Domestic travel of 75-100%; valid driver's license required.
Rarely: Crouching, kneeling, and stooping are required.
Occasionally: Carrying 16-30lbs., climbing, gripping, handling, pinching, pulling 16-30lbs., pushing 16-30lbs., lifting 16-30lbs., and walking are required.
Frequently: Standing is required.
Constantly: Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion, and sitting is required.
Rarely exposed to vibrations in the working environment.
Occasionally exposed to extreme cold, extreme heat, humidity, wet, noise, and hazards in the work environment.
We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.
RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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ReqID: REQ-4850