Electric Vehicle Construction Manager

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City:Los Angeles

State:California

Job Summary

The Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Infrastructure Project Manager leads the planning development execution and successful delivery of EV charging infrastructure projects across the United States. This role supports the expansion of public and private charging networks managing projects from initial site evaluation and design through permitting construction commissioning and final closeout.

Working closely with clients utilities developers contractors and internal technical teams the Project Manager coordinates multiple EV infrastructure projects simultaneously maintaining accountability for budgets schedules quality and client expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong construction project management experience technical knowledge of EV charging infrastructure and the ability to navigate complex multi-site EVSE deployment programs.

Division Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manage multiple public and private electric vehicle charging infrastructure projects nationwide including commercial charging facilities retail locations fleet charging depots workplace charging and public charging networks. Projects may include Level 2 and DC Fast Charging (DCFC) installations new construction site upgrades and charging network expansions.

2. Direct all phases of EVSE project development including site feasibility assessments due diligence entitlement engineering and design coordination permitting procurement bidding contracting construction commissioning and final project closeout.

3. Coordinate with electric utilities electrical engineers contractors and charging equipment providers regarding power availability utility service applications transformer requirements electrical capacity upgrades interconnection and energization schedules.

4. Support site evaluations to determine EV charging infrastructure requirements including available electrical capacity site accessibility equipment placement parking configurations civil improvements utility access and potential construction constraints.

5. Coordinate the selection procurement installation and integration of EV charging equipment including Level 2 chargers DC fast chargers electrical distribution equipment switchgear transformers networking components and associated charging management systems.

6. Manage general contractors electrical contractors engineering consultants equipment vendors specialty subcontractors and other project partners to maintain project quality schedule budget and compliance with approved plans and specifications.

7. Manage project permitting and approval activities with municipalities authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) utilities and other regulatory agencies. Maintain working knowledge of applicable electrical and building codes accessibility requirements and EV infrastructure installation standards.

8. Develop and manage project budgets cost estimates forecasts contracts purchase orders change orders and financial reporting. Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining project quality and contractual commitments.

9. Coordinate simultaneous EV charging installations across multiple geographic markets managing site-specific schedules utility timelines permitting requirements contractor resources and client reporting.

10. Support coordination of applicable utility rebates government grants and EV infrastructure incentive programs including documentation application requirements compliance tracking and reporting associated with funded charging projects.

11. Coordinate final inspections equipment testing utility energization charger activation network connectivity verification commissioning activities and turnover documentation to support operational readiness and client acceptance.

12. Proactively identify and address project challenges related to utility delays permitting equipment availability site conditions construction schedules contractor performance and budget constraints.

13. Partner with EV infrastructure developers charging network operators fleet owners commercial property owners utilities and internal business development teams to support program implementation customer enrollment and long-term client relationships.

14. Travel up to 70% across the United States to client offices project sites construction locations and other business-related destinations. Overnight travel may be required based on project assignments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead the overall direction execution and successful completion of assigned EV infrastructure projects accounting for project scope location budget schedule site conditions electrical requirements and applicable codes and regulations.

2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams clients and technical stakeholders to establish project objectives scope deliverables timelines and performance expectations.

3. Maintain clear communication with clients contractors utilities and internal teams providing project updates and managing stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.

4. Monitor project milestones budgets schedules and deliverables providing regular progress reports and identifying potential delays or risks.

5. Create and maintain accurate project documentation schedules budgets reports and tracking information using company or client project management platforms.

6. Evaluate project execution identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions to improve efficiency cost management and project delivery.

7. Serve as a primary point of coordination between technical and non-technical stakeholders including engineering teams contractors site hosts utility providers and clients.

8. Promote collaboration and accountability across internal departments and external partners to support successful EV infrastructure deployment.

9. Maintain awareness of EV charging industry developments construction practices technology advancements and applicable project management standards.

10. Support compliance with applicable federal state and local regulations electrical codes permitting requirements safety standards and client specifications.

11. Deliver exceptional customer service through proactive communication timely issue resolution and responsiveness to client and project needs.

12. Maintain confidentiality of company and client information exercising sound professional judgment and discretion.

13. Demonstrate Bureau Veritas guiding principles and support the companys strategic business objectives.

14. Follow applicable company policies Standard Operating Procedures Work Instructions and quality standards.

15. Maintain safe working practices and comply with applicable project site safety requirements.

16. Perform other related duties and meet the physical requirements associated with assigned projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job does not have specific supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

• EV Infrastructure Knowledge

• Construction Project Management

• Multi-Site Program Coordination

• Utility Coordination

• Electrical Infrastructure Understanding

• Project Budgeting and Forecasting

• Contractor and Vendor Management

• Permitting and Regulatory Compliance

• Risk Assessment and Resolution

• Project Scheduling and Delivery

• Client and Stakeholder Management

• Technical Documentation and Reporting

• Strong Organizational Skills

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

• Effective Written and Verbal Communication

• Ability to Work Independently and Collaboratively

• Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities and Deadlines

• Proficiency with Remote Work and Web-Based Project Management Tools

• Commitment to Workplace Safety

Education Certifications and Experience

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelors degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Construction Management Engineering Architecture Business or a related field.

• Minimum of five years of project management experience within electric vehicle infrastructure electrical construction renewable energy or related infrastructure development.

• Direct experience managing EV charging infrastructure projects including Level 2 and/or DC fast charging installations is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple construction or infrastructure projects concurrently including budgets schedules contractors and client deliverables.

• Working knowledge of EVSE equipment electrical distribution systems utility coordination permitting and construction requirements.

• Familiarity with applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements including Article 625 and relevant EV charging infrastructure standards.

• Experience coordinating with utilities authorities having jurisdiction electrical contractors and equipment manufacturers.

• Experience with EV charging network operators fleet electrification commercial charging programs or nationwide EVSE deployment programs is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with EV infrastructure rebates grants and utility incentive programs is a plus.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based project management software.

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

• Valid drivers license with an acceptable motor vehicle record required.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

• LEED certification is a plus.

• Additional training or certifications related to EV charging infrastructure electrical construction or renewable energy are desirable.

• Employees who incur $2000 or more per year in company-related travel expenses will be required to obtain a Corporate Credit Card. Employees who incur less than $2000 per year in company-related travel expenses will be required to have sufficient personal credit to cover their business travel costs.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

While performing the onsite/field duties the employee is required to :

• Walk (material part of an 8-hour workday up to 3 to 4 continuous hours at one time.)
• Stand (material part of an 8-hour workday up to 3 to 4 continuous hours at one time. )
• Sit Stoop kneel crouch or crawl to observe basement and grade-level crawl spaces and/or to read equipment data plates when necessary (at least once for each building assessed)
• Climb and balance Stairs (at least once for each building assessed)
• Climb and balance various types of ladders to access flat roofs/hatch access (at least once for each building assessed)
• Repetitive use of hands/fingers for keyboard interaction (frequently)
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear (communicate with onsite contact)
• Vision (close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus)
• Lift and or move (occasionally up to 40 pounds)
• Operate an electronic tablet in the field for live data collection.
• Operate a computer (up to 100% of workweek)
• Operating a motor vehicle
• Travel by Plane Motor Vehicle Train to client sites across the U.S.
• Onsite visits can occur up to one continuous week at a time. As a general expectation for approximately 2 to 3 days of the workweek travel and onsite work is anticipated and expected. Overnight stays away from home may be required.
• Work Environment: The employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions moving mechanical components and assemblies frequently exposed to work near energized electrical components and assemblies. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high precarious places fumes or airborne particles extreme cold extreme heat inclement weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level at the project site is usually moderate.

While performing the office/offsite duties of this job:

• Operate a computer (up to 100% of workweek)
• Regularly required to use hands.
• Repetitive use of hands/fingers for keyboard interaction (frequently)
• Talk and hear
• Frequently required to stand walk sit talk and hear.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the home or company office environment is usually quiet.
• Ability to successfully work from remote location.

Travel Requirements

Travel up to 70% by plane motor vehicle or train to EV charging infrastructure project sites client offices utility meetings and construction locations throughout the United States. Travel frequency will vary based on project assignments and program requirements. Overnight stays away from home may be required.

Benefits

At Bureau Veritas we are dedicated to ensuring our employees receive fair and competitive pay accompanied by comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

Heres a breakdown of what we provide:

Salary range: $100000 - $130000

Annual Incentive Bonus Plan
Base Pay is adjusted based on job-related knowledge skills experience and market location.

Our Health and Welfare Benefits are designed to meet your needs eligible on your first day of employment:

Medical Dental and Vision coverage
Company-matched Retirement plan
Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Tuition Assistance along with optional life and pet insurance
Access to Corporate Discounts

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