Project Executive - Engineering & Construction (Renewable Energy)

The Project Executive is a senior leader within Apex Clean Energys Engineering & Construction division responsible for the successful execution of multiple utility-scale renewable energy projects including wind solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Reporting to the Vice President of Construction this role provides strategic oversight and leadership across multiple concurrent projects or large complex developments from pre-construction through commissioning and commercial operation.

The Project Executive serves as a key driver of project performance ensuring alignment with Apexs standards for safety quality cost and schedule while supporting the companys mission to accelerate the shift to clean energy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of multiple or single large utility-scale wind solar and BESS projects ensuring delivery from pre-construction through COD in alignment with Apexs development and operational objectives.
• Provide direct leadership and oversight to project managers and construction management teams across multiple active project sites.
• Partner closely with Development Engineering Procurement and Asset Management teams to ensure seamless project handoff execution and operational readiness.
• Establish and maintain project governance reporting and performance tracking to ensure transparency and accountability across all assigned projects.
• Drive execution strategies including contracting models (EPC multi-contract hybrid approaches) construction sequencing and resource planning.
• Maintain full accountability for project budgets schedules and risk profiles proactively identifying and mitigating execution risks.
• Support and influence procurement strategies alongside Supply Chain including major equipment sourcing (turbines modules inverters BESS systems) and logistics planning.
• Lead commercial negotiations and oversight of EPC agreements major equipment supply contracts and construction services.
• Ensure compliance with all permitting environmental and regulatory requirements as well as Apexs internal standards and procedures.
• Serve as a senior representative to internal leadership providing regular updates to the VP of Construction and executive team on project status risks and performance metrics.
• Foster a culture of safety excellence quality execution and continuous improvement across all project teams and sites.
• Support the transition of projects to Asset Management ensuring operational readiness and performance optimization post-COD.

Qualifications :

To succeed as our Project Executive at Apex Clean Energy youll need to excel within the following criteria:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 12 years of experience in utility-scale energy or infrastructure project execution with a strong focus on renewables.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent projects or large-scale capital projects (typically $200M) ideally across wind solar and BESS.
• Strong understanding of project delivery models including EPC and multi-contract structures.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation commercial management and project risk mitigation.
• Experience operating within an IPP developer or EPC organization.
• Deep knowledge of construction execution interconnection processes and grid integration considerations.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong executive communication skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Competencies

• Portfolio-level project execution and leadership
• Commercial and contractual expertise
• Risk management and mitigation
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Capital project controls and financial oversight
• Stakeholder engagement and executive reporting

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Vice President of Construction
• Direct Reports: Project Managers and Construction Management personnel

At Apex Clean Energy we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet every qualification listed in the job description. Your unique experiences and skills could be the perfect fit for our team!

If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to join us in accelerating the shift to clean energy we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application for our teams review!

Additional Information :

Work Environment:

Works primarily traditional office hours in an indoor office environment. Flexible work hours allowed when work duties and business operations permit. Occasional travel to job sites vendor and partner facilities conferences and other office locations on an as-needed basis.

This role is based within Apex Clean Energys Engineering & Construction organization and requires regular travel to project sites. The position supports a dynamic fast-paced environment focused on delivering best-in-class renewable energy infrastructure across the United States. This role will be expected to spend a substantial amount of time at our Charlottesville VA headquarters as well as on project sites.

Ideal home location in VA or Texas is preferred.

How Youll Grow

At Apex Clean Energy our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders we believe theres always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the dynamic fast-paced renewable energy industry. From on-the-job learning experiences to a robust multi-week onboarding experience to formal development programs our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

What Apex Can Offer You

At Apex Clean Energy we know that great people make a great company. We value our people and offer employees a broad best-in-class range of benefits.

• A mission-driven energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day.
• A respect for and celebration of individuality differences and uniqueness
• Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
• Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning hands-on experience and mentorship
• Training strategies and tools to support your personal and professional growth
• Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
• Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
• Base and bonus commensurate with experience
• Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
• Benefits Offered: comprehensive high-deductible health plans dental and vision insurance plans short-term and long-term disability group life insurance 401(k) corporate matching flexible spending arrangements company paid parking and cell phone fitness and wellness corporate discounts

At this time Apex will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Apex Clean Energy Inc.  is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship disability or veteran status.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time