Project Manager, Wind

Are you ready to be part of a companythat'snot just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8,300employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 byBloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricityfor millions of peopleworldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where weoperate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoringglobal leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a companythat'snot just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.We'renot just building a more sustainable future,we'repowering it. AES Clean Energy is seeking a Project Manager to oversee high impact, utility scale wind projects through development, construction, commissioning and turnover to Operations. The successful candidate will assist in due diligence on potential project acquisitions, lead construction planning activities, define EPC scopes of work for projects nearing construction, and act as an Owner's Project Manager to plan and be responsible for progress of active construction projects. This position will report to the Director of Project Management, Wind. The role requires the ability to manage large, complex wind projects and portfolios and to travel periodically to project locations. Key Responsibilities: Actively participate in RFPs and scope of work packages for EPC and OEM partners. Participate in EPC selection and contract negotiation. Conduct due diligence on potential wind project sites, evaluate the suitability of identified sites and participate in due diligence review, analysis of various reports (i.e. environmental, geo-tech, etc.). Review and manage EPC Contractor and OEM schedules, budgets, scope, subcontractors, EHS plans, and permit compliance Manage and coordinate utility interconnection processes for construction projects and related documentation needed for project interconnection and testing Manage engagements with project stakeholders and act as a representative of the company for interactions with landowners, local governmental agencies, customers, contractors, equipment and materials suppliers, and other stakeholders. Support permitting and jurisdictional approval processes as needed for project construction. Coordinate with EPC contractors and equipment vendors to ensure adherence to and compliance with contract terms and delivery of contractual deliverables in accordance with the project budget and schedule. Lead, manage, and facilitate project delivery with teams of project engineering, commissioning, procurement, asset management, legal, finance, and accounting staff, operations, as well as deliverables of EPC Contractor, project stakeholders, and regulatory and permitting authorities. Ensure project quality control and safe construction practices by conducting on-site inspections as needed, coordinating with 3rd party firms if necessary. Lead recurring project status update meetings with project team, AES management, energy off-takers, utilities, EPCs, and finance counterparties, facilitating discussions with a detailed project plan and high-level status dashboard. Manage the collection, organization and filing of all project documentation, both internally and for external third-party stakeholders and project financing needs Lead the coordination of project turnover exercises from Construction to the Asset Operations team for assigned projects. Assist with the development of internal operating policies, standards and procedures. Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or equivalent work experience required. 5+ years professional experience in a project management role is required, wind energy project experience preferred. Familiarity with wind project design and technical standards as well as civil and structural technical knowledge. Experience with renewable project construction required, experience in wind specifically preferred Project Management Institute PMP certification preferred. Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal. Superior stakeholder leadership skills required Outstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations. Familiarity with NEC and NFPA code requirements preferred Excellent organizational skills demonstrated by clear and effective project plans and executive level reporting that ensure timely action and decision making in time-pressured scenarios. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore, SAP, MS Teams, and Quickbase ideal. Working knowledge of Microsoft Project/Planner or P6 preferred. Willingness and ability to travel to various project locations up to 30%. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization. The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $113,000 and $141,525/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr