Project Manager

Job Description

Position Summary

The ESS Project Manager will lead the end-to-end execution of utility-scale and commercial energy storage system projects. This role requires strong coordination across cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet contractual and technical requirements. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of ESS technologies and project lifecycles, with experience managing international production and logistics workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Project Lifecycle Management

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• Lead and manage full project lifecycle from pre-sales support through contract negotiation, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, commissioning, and post-sales service.
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• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external clients throughout the project execution phase.
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Planning and Execution

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• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, resource plans, risk registers, and budgets.
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• Drive on-time delivery of milestones by coordinating with sales, engineering, supply chain, and operations teams.
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Cross-functional Coordination

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• Facilitate collaboration between U.S.-based teams and overseas production facilities to ensure alignment on build schedules and delivery timelines.
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• Support U.S. legal, sales, engineering, and finance teams in contract development, review, and execution.
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ESS Pipeline and Production Alignment

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• Collect and regularly update the U.S. ESS project pipeline in collaboration with the U.S. sales team.
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• Align ESS product demand forecasts with overseas manufacturing capacity and shipping schedules.
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Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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• Coordinate logistics activities to meet customer delivery expectations and contractual commitments.
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• Build and manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and freight partners.
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Commissioning and Site Support

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• Coordinate with commissioning and field services teams to ensure seamless handover from factory to field, supporting project energization and system validation.
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• Troubleshoot and resolve issues encountered during commissioning with support from engineering and QA teams.
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Stakeholder Communication and Reporting

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• Provide transparent project updates to internal and external stakeholders through dashboards, reports, and regular project meetings.
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• Identify and communicate risks, opportunities, and changes in project scope, timeline, or cost.
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Qualifications

Education and Experience

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• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Project Management, or a related technical field.
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• 2–5 years of experience in project or program management, preferably in the renewable energy or energy storage industry.
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Industry Knowledge

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• Familiarity with battery energy storage systems (BESS), grid-scale ESS architecture, UL certifications, domestic content requirements, and applicable interconnection/utility standards.
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Skills and Competencies

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• Project Management: Strong organizational and execution skills with experience using tools like MS Project, Smartsheet, or Primavera.
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• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Mandarin/English bilingual proficiency strongly preferred.
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• Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
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• Problem Solving: Ability to think critically and proactively address project risks and issues.
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• Interpersonal: Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset.
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• Travel: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as project needs dictate.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
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• Experience working with international suppliers or manufacturing partners, particularly in Asia.
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• Experience supporting EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) or turnkey project delivery in the renewable sector.
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• Knowledge of energy storage software platforms, SCADA integration, and energy market applications.
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