Head of Project Management (Construction)

Project Manager (Battery Energy Storage Systems - BESS) Location: Juno Beach, FL
Standard Office Hours
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Position Summary The Project Manager is responsible for leading advanced technical, financial, and regulatory planning for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from early development through construction readiness. This role applies advanced engineering, economic, and project management principles to optimize project scope, risk allocation, and financial feasibility across complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities Lead pre-construction planning and optimization for utility-scale BESS projects by integrating: Financial modeling
Regulatory requirements

Manage cross-functional project development teams to ensure resources are aligned with project schedules and milestones.
Coordinate project development activities involving: Environmental permitting
Regulatory compliance
Develop and optimize project technical scope to maximize both technical performance and financial viability.
Coordinate engineering, estimating, and procurement efforts to support project design and financial model development.
Utilize market data to strengthen project financial models and business case assumptions.
Present financial models and project recommendations to business units and executive leadership for budget approvals.
Source, negotiate, and execute commercial contracts for services including: Surveying
EPC/PC construction services

Represent Engineering & Construction (E&C) interests throughout assigned projects.
Utilize project management software and reporting tools to manage project data and track key performance indicators.
Suppliers and contractors
Regulatory agencies
Local communities
Present project status updates, risks, and mitigation strategies to various levels of management.
Ensure a seamless transition of projects into the construction phase by delivering a complete and executable construction plan to the Construction Project Manager.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
Experience in engineering, construction, infrastructure, or project economics preferred.
Strong project management, communication, analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with renewable energy projects, including: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience with project financial modeling and commercial contract negotiations.
Travel Requirements Occasional travel to project sites.
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