Manager, Construction

Manager, Construction

Job Type: Exempt Salaried, Full-Time Location: United States – Onsite Virginia Reports To: VP, Construction Department: Operations

About Us

TerraForm Power is a leading owner, operator, and producer of renewable energy across North America. As a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable, we own and operate approximately 2,200 MW of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage facilities across 15 U.S. states and Ontario, Canada. Headquartered in New York City, TerraForm Power is committed to delivering reliable, innovative renewable energy solutions that help customers achieve their clean energy goals. Our experienced team manages every aspect of our operations – from power generation and asset management to commercial energy solutions – ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of our renewable energy facilities. At TerraForm Power, our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a culture built on safety, integrity, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, while investing in the development of our employees and supporting the communities where we operate through environmental stewardship, charitable giving, and meaningful local partnerships. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to make a lasting impact on the future of clean power, we invite you to join our team.

Job Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for the safe, timely, and cost-effective execution of renewable energy projects across TerraForm Power's portfolio, including solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems. This role manages projects from Notice to Proceed (NTP) through commissioning and turnover to Operations, ensuring delivery aligns with project objectives, contractual commitments, and company standards.

Reporting to the VP of Construction, the Construction Manager will oversee EPC contractors, vendors, consultants, utilities, and other stakeholders while managing multiple projects across the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Execution
  • Lead construction execution for utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS projects.
  • Manage projects from mobilization through commercial operation and turnover.
  • Monitor scope, schedule, budget, quality, and contractor performance.
  • Identify and resolve project risks, field issues, and schedule impacts.
• Contractor & Stakeholder Management
  • Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and equipment suppliers.
  • Coordinate with internal teams including Development, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Operations.
  • Serve as TerraForm Power's primary construction representative with contractors, utilities, landowners, and regulatory agencies.
• Cost & Schedule Management
  • Track project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance.
  • Review change orders, contractor payment applications, and project expenditures.
  • Monitor critical path schedules and implement recovery plans when necessary.
  • Provide regular project status updates to leadership.
• Safety & Quality
  • Promote and uphold TerraForm Power's commitment to a strong safety culture.
  • Ensure compliance with company, OSHA, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor construction quality and ensure adherence to project specifications and standards.
• Commissioning & Project Closeout
  • Support commissioning, testing, energization, and commercial operation activities.
  • Coordinate turnover documentation, punch list completion, and project closeout.
  • Ensure a successful transition to Operations and Asset Management teams.

Qualifications

• Required
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred. Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of construction management experience in renewable energy, power generation, utility, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
  • Experience managing contractors, schedules, budgets, and project execution activities.
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, contract administration, and project controls.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Full-time onsite position with travel home every three weeks.

• Preferred
  • Experience with utility-scale solar, wind, and/or battery energy storage projects.
  • Experience managing EPC contracts and large construction projects.
  • PMP, CCM, or Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
  • Familiarity with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, or similar project management tools.

• What You'll Bring
  • Strong project leadership and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborative approach with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Commitment to safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
  • Results-oriented mindset with a focus on successful project delivery.

Recruitment Agency Notice:

TerraForm Power Human Resources 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. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of TerraForm Power and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.

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