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Senior Project Manager - EV Infrastructure

$100k - $175k
Full-time

Tait & Associates, Inc.

Join TAIT – Build the Infrastructure That Powers Tomorrow
Why TAIT?
  • Build Your Skills – Learn and grow in a high-demand trade
  • Travel with Purpose – Work statewide with per diem and paid travel
  • Tools & Support Provided – We equip you for success
  • Team Environment – Work with skilled crews and supportive leadership.
  • Be the Force Behind the Charge – Help expand access to EV power statewide
Be part of something bigger. Apply today and help shape the future with TAIT.

About the Role
The Senior EV Project Manager will lead complex DC fast charging projects through the full project lifecycle , including permitting, utility coordination, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout. This role will oversee multiple projects while managing schedules, budgets, contractors, utilities, AHJs, and other key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience delivering EV charging infrastructure projects and will serve as a senior resource for project execution, risk management, and team development. This position may be remote, hybrid, or in-person; however, candidates must be available to visit project sites as needed.

Traveling Requirements: This position requires minimal travel within California. The company will cover all related travel expenses, including per-diem, transportation, and hotel accommodation. Advance notice will be provided for all travel.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Lead complex DC fast charging projects from permitting and utility coordination through estimation, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
  • Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, quality, safety, and key milestones across multiple sites.
  • Coordinate with utilities, AHJs, property owners, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to resolve permitting, interconnection, and field issues.
  • Oversee contractor performance, change orders, construction progress, and site execution.
  • Review designs, construction drawings, and site conditions to ensure project requirements are met.
  • Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, safety, and compliance.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
  • Communicate project status, risks, financial performance, and key decisions to leadership.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, permitting requirements, and funding requirements.
  • Mentor project team members and help improve project management standards, processes, and best practices.
  • Oversee project closeout, including inspections, punch lists, commissioning, and final documentation.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Full lifecycle DC fast charging experience, including permitting, utility coordination, construction, and closeout.
  • 7+ years of construction or infrastructure project management experience.
  • Experience leading complex, multi-site EV charging or electrical infrastructure projects.
  • Strong knowledge of utility interconnection, AHJ permitting, and construction processes.
  • Experience managing contractors, change orders, budgets, schedules, and project risk.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and engineered plans.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and applicable construction and electrical standards.
  • Experience with NEVI or other publicly funded EV infrastructure projects.
  • Experience with Procore, Smartsheet, Primavera, MS Project, Salesforce, Sitetracker, or similar tools.
  • Experience with EPC contracting and contractor performance management.
  • PMP certification or equivalent experience.
  • Experience mentoring or developing project teams.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
  • Ability to travel to and move through active construction sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, and ladders.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
  • Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather, dust, and noise conditions.
  • Ability to wear required PPE while on site.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
Salary and Benefits
$100K to $175K Based on Experience

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

  • Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
  • Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
  • Dental Plans with little to no deductible
  • Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • ID Theft Protection & Monitoring
  • Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
  • Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
  • Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
  • Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
  • Support for professional growth and development.
  • Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

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TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.

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