Solar Construction Project Manager (Richmond VA)

At Dominion Energy we love our jobs.  That’s right.  Love.  Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate.  These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever.  We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent?  Do you think differently?  Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!

 

 

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. 

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

 

 

Job Summary

The Solar Project Construction group manages the execution of solar projects from 1MW to 150+MW through Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) contracts. The group is organized into several sequential teams; Development, Diligence, Pre-Construction, Construction, and Close-Out.  This position is for a Project Manager position in the Construction team, which oversees the execution of the construction phase of the projects. 

Construction Project Manager duties include:
•    Leading the solar construction project site team by managing specific portions of the project, including technical, construction, quality, cost, and schedule for complex solar development projects exceeding $100 million
•    Supporting management of project budget and schedule.
•    Participating in status update meetings with EPC contractors.
•    Oversee and coordinate plant commissioning processes, including safety, environmental, development of system turnover packages, and site walkdowns
•    Overseeing punch list completion, facilitate communication with operations, and review contractor deliverables.
•    Coordination with internal stakeholders including Site Owner’s Representatives, Operations, Controls, Business Development, Tax, Real Estate, Environmental, and Supply Chain
•    Coordination with external stakeholders, including counterparts in the EPC’s organization, permitting agencies, and Owners Engineers
•    Working with a cross-functional team that includes engineers, permitting specialists, construction oversight personnel, environmental compliance coordinators, contracts and financial analysts, real estate analysts, and operations personnel
•    Preparing weekly reporting for internal project stakeholders
•    Reviewing EPC deliverables, including specifications, performance test reports, and as-built design drawings
•    Reviewing and providing input on contract Change Orders, Contractor Notices, Milestone Completion Certificates, and other commercial documents
•    Performing other duties as assigned. 
•    This position will report to Manager – Construction Projects and will lead a matrixed reporting structured site construction team of engineering, construction, safety, and environmental personnel. 
•    Position may require 75%+ travel and may require a temporary assignment during active construction
 

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

7+ years of project management related experience, preferably in one of the following areas: solar or power plant/general construction and/or related utility operations construction experience.

Demonstrated experience in project management, relevant technologies, and leadership in the assigned project areas.
•    Experience managing contract staff including construction management, safety, and environmental contractors responsible for contract and permit compliance requirements.
•    Skilled in developing, implementing and managing new construction and/or improvement projects that enhance the overall reliability, efficiency, and safety of the plant.
•    Strong team building skills. Effective negotiating skills.  Ability to interact with local community to address project issues or concerns during construction.
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation capabilities.
•    Demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Office products, SAP products, Adobe products, Bluebeam, scheduling software
•    Ability to develop, manage and monitor project performance to ensure results meet project contractual requirements including budget, schedule, safety and environmental compliance.
•    Ability to resolve technical p