Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Design-Build Construction Team, leading the detail design and execution phases of new anaerobic digestor projects. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience managing greenfield capital projects valued at $20–100M each. You will manage all phases of project delivery—budgeting, scheduling, contract and design management, equipment procurement, and construction oversight—while partnering with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to ensure project success and long-term value.

You will collaborate closely with the company’s project engineering team, who generate the basis-of-design and define the process flow while working with development to meet project financials. Experience in detailed engineering and construction of process plants—especially wastewater treatment facilities—is required. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects and help build sustainable resource recovery infrastructure, including pioneering anaerobic biotechnology.

• Lead full-cycle project execution from design through construction ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals are met.

• Manage stakeholder expectations and lead an internal, cross-functional project team spanning development, procurement, construction, finance, and engineering.

• Manage the PurposeEnergy process engineering team and the design-builder to develop detail design documents for construction.

• Plan and execute capital equipment procurement, supporting the internal project engineering and purchasing teams.

• Develop, negotiate, and manage design-build, engineering, and construction contracts.

• Define scope, schedule and budget of projects; balance risk; and ensure contracts comply with project requirements.

• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting using internal cost control tools and ERP system.

• Maintain accurate records of project activities, technical data, and design/construction changes.

• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and capital forecasting

• Ensure regulatory, safety, and code compliance including ITC requirements such as domestic content, safe harbor, and prevailing wages.

• Prepare preliminary CapEx estimates for the design-builder scope and equipment on new projects during early development.

• Plan and execute plant commissioning and closeout, including turnover to operations, punch list and construction contract completion, as-built documentation, and warranty claims.

• Occasional travel to project sites for project planning and construction coordination.

• Support, mentor, and motivate your team to deliver projects with ambitious project development goals

• 7+ years’ experience in project management related to development, engineering and construction of commercial, energy, and/or industrial facilities. Process Mechanical Design/Construction and wastewater experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills with strong focus on teamwork and ability to interface with a broad range of work groups and stakeholders.

• Proven ability to analyze project risks, proactively identify and manage solutions, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency using project scheduling tools (Primavera, MS Project) and cost management/ERP systems, with ability to manage critical path priorities and track actual vs. baseline schedule scenarios.

• Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook.

• Self-starter with an inquisitive mindset, capable of being flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.

• Preference may be given to candidates with the following experience: building or operating industrial scale wastewater treatment, anaerobic digestion and RNG facilities; knowledge of electricity and RNG markets; Industrial food manufacturing experience specifically related to wastewater systems; Advanced degrees in engineering or business.

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Eligible for bonus & Company equity plan

• Comprehensive benefits (healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k))

• Expense reimbursement for work-related travel

• Based in our Headquarters in Salem, NH (within 1 minute of I-93) and· will require travel 25%, up to 50% in a given month.

PurposeEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

PurposeEnergy does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of PurposeEnergy and PurposeEnergy will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.