Lighting Project Manager

Saving the World!  Help Wanted…

Budderfly is a fast-growth, private equity-backed energy management outsourcing company that is committed to reducing global carbon emissions for small to medium sized enterprises.  We are the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints such as restaurant chains, assisted living facilities, retail franchises, and more. With zero upfront investment, Budderfly installs, monitors, and manages a combination of patented technologies, equipment upgrades, and proprietary energy software to help deliver complete energy saving solutions for our customers.

Ranked #2 in energy companies and #10 overall on the 2021 Inc. 5000 America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies list.

We are an energetic and dedicated team working together to make a positive impact on the environment while providing an excellent customer experience.   We are growing quickly and looking to add talented people who are passionate about making the world a better place!

We have an opportunity for a motivated individual to fill the role of  Lighting Project Manager of Field Operations, with a focus on lighting conservation measures.

In this position, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the installation of a range of lighting conservation measures, such as LED retrofits, occupancy sensors, and lighting controls.

This role requires strong organizational skills, an eye for detail, and experience working with subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. The Project Manager may also be involved in other energy conservation measures as needed, making a tangible impact on both energy efficiency and resource management.

Why this Role is Important:
This role is essential for implementing energy-efficient lighting solutions, helping organizations reduce energy costs, lower their carbon footprint, and meet sustainability goals. By overseeing projects like LED retrofits and smart lighting controls, the Project Manager directly contributes to both environmental impact and operational savings.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Manage contractors in the installation of lighting and various energy conservation measures, ensuring that all installations meet company quality and safety standards, are completed on schedule, and remain within budget across projects of varying complexity at multisite locations nationwide.
• Work closely with contractors to forecast and schedule lighting installations, ensuring timely execution and alignment with project timelines and resource availability.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, fostering effective communication, collaboration, and accountability throughout the project execution.
• Monitor contractor performance by evaluating their adherence to project schedules, budget constraints, and quality expectations, and provide feedback and guidance as necessary.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, incentives, procurement, fulfillment, and technical support, to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Identify and mitigate risks and obstacles that may impact project timelines or quality, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Proactively communicate project status, updates, and potential delays to internal stakeholders and customers, maintaining strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Collaborate with Fulfillment and Procurement to manage the Bill of Materials (BOM) for each lighting project, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of materials to contractors.
• Coordinate with Fulfillment/Procurement to resolve any issues related to material availability, quality, or delivery, ensuring timely resolutions to maintain project momentum.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, tracking all project-related materials, ensuring proper documentation of usage, storage, and replenishment to prevent shortages and avoid project delays.
• Ensure that all project documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date, including project plans, progress reports, change orders, and closeout documentation.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Facilities management/building engineer experience preferred.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in lighting or related industries.
• Experience managing subcontractors overseeing lighting, electrical, or construction projects.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communi