Sr. EPC Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION: Sr. EPC Project Manager

 

WHO WE ARE: 

Heelstone Renewable Energy is a utility-scale solar, wind, and storage developer headquartered in Durham, NC, with expertise in developing, originating, financing, constructing, and operating solar photovoltaic, wind, and storage projects. Heelstone’s strategy includes greenfield development, co-development, and acquisitions of later-stage projects. Heelstone has developed and achieved commercial operation on over 80 solar projects with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 1.2 GW. Heelstone has partnered with Qualitas Energy to fund its development platform as it continues to grow into a world-class Independent Power Producer. For more information, please visit 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sr. EPC Project Manager will be responsible for managing multiple utility-scale solar and battery storage projects throughout the U.S. They will take the lead from late-stage development through construction and transition to Heelstone’s Operations team. This position reports to the SVP of EPC Management and is a full-time position located in Durham, North Carolina.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mentor and support EPC team members, providing technical guidance and leadership.
• Lead the most complex projects, including risk management, with minimal oversight from management.
• Project lead on multiple projects through varying stages of construction.
• Responsible for indicative project pricing, budget forecasting, budget management, cash flows, expense tracking, tracking of project risks, and cost-saving strategies to ensure projects are completed within financial constraints.
• Support Development with project permitting, community outreach, and landowner relations.
• Run EPC Contractor RFP’s, including setting up data rooms, answering RFI’s, reviewing bids, and making recommendations on award.
• Provide procurement support for material selection and logistics coordination for owner-supplied material.
• Negotiating EPC contracts, including exhibits, and then managing the agreements, including change orders. 
• Ensure all required deliverables are received from the EPC contractor, including complete invoice packages, weekly and monthly reporting, and major milestones (MC, PiS, COD, SC, FC).
• Coordinate the overall project construction schedule for solar and battery storage projects, including but not limited to construction permitting, engineering drawings, long lead equipment procurement, RFP release, contractor selection, punch-list management, utility interconnection, project closeout, and project turnover.
• Ensure safety, environmental compliance, and quality standards are upheld throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead with Heelstone Construction Manager(s) to effectively manage each project and for construction progress and status tracking.
• Travel to active construction sites to provide oversight, review project status, and maintain relationships with EPC contractors (40-50% of time). 
• Support M&A efforts.
• Support project financing efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Highly proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Primavera, Bluebeam, Procore, CAD, and Google Earth Pro.
• Civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Exceptional analytical capabilities and attention to detail.
• Self-starter that operates well in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment.
• Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership of projects and responsibilities, and resolving issues proactively.
• Ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects, prioritize efforts, and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organization and management skills.

 

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• 5 years of solar project management experience, including experience taking projects from preconstruction through handover to operations.
• Managing budgets over $50 million per project.
• Experience at an IPP is preferred.
• BESS and or wind experience is preferred.
• Familiar with project development software (CAD, GIS, Microsoft Project).

 

Total Rewards Package

We have an office-based schedule of 4 days in the office (M-Th) and one work-from-home day. Our attractive compensation package offers:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Generous Bonus Program
• 401(K) company match with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Company-sponsored HRA, employee-funded FSA, and DCA available
• EAP Benefits
• Company paid Long and Short-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan
• Flexible Paid Time Off and allotted Sick Time
• 12 Paid Holidays

 

In addition to the compensation package, we also boast robust perks which include:

• Provided Setup of at-home Tech
• Company-paid downtown Durham Parking next to the Durham Bulls Stadium
• Free access to our building’s state-of-the-art gym
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks
• Discount program for popular locations and services
• Amazing rooftop views of Downtown Durham

 

A note to recruiters:

The Heelstone team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team, and if a signed agreement is in place.