Associate Project Manager, High Voltage

Responsibilities

The Associate Project Manager will oversee the construction life cycle of utility-scale high-voltage battery storage and substation projects from NTP through commercial operation. This role involves managing EPC contractors, ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules, and coordinating across internal cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Candidates should have 5+ years of construction or project management experience in utility-scale energy storage or industrial power projects. A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering is preferred, along with deep technical knowledge of high-voltage infrastructure.

Skills

• Construction management
• Project management
• High voltage
• EPC contract management
• Substation construction
• Transmission line construction
• Budgeting
• Schedule management
• Stakeholder management
• Commissioning
• Grid integration
• Safety compliance
• Technical reporting
• Primavera P6
• MS Project
• Bluebeam

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Family planning support
• Mental health support
• 401k retirement plan
• Food stipend
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Internet reimbursement
• Pet insurance allowance
• Home office setup

About this role

About IPX Power
IPX Power, a clean energy company, develops, owns, and operates some of the world’s largest energy resources, delivering affordable, reliable power to utilities and other customers. We’re in a rapid growth phase with 4.3 GW of solar PV and 8.8 GWh of battery storage in construction or operation, with more projects under various stages of development. IPX is a profitable, well-capitalized, independent power producer that has delivered billions of dollars of industrial-scale clean energy infrastructure. The company was recently formed as a spin-out of Intersect, as a result of their recent acquisition by Google. IPX is supported by long-standing existing investors TPG Rise Climate, Climate Adaptive Infrastructure, and Greenbelt Capital Partners.
IPX is rooted in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and operational excellence. We’re building and operating billions of dollars in assets and seeking people eager to develop, build, and operate one of the world’s largest renewables and storage portfolios.
About This Role
The HV Associate Project Manager, Construction will oversee and execute the construction phase of standalone and co-located utility-scale High Voltage (HV) projects. This role manages the complete construction life cycle of high-voltage battery storage assets—from Notice to Proceed (NTP) and site civil/electrical works through equipment delivery, mechanical completion, commissioning support, and final commercial operation (COD).
You will manage EPC contractors and high voltage original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), ensure strict adherence to project schedule and budget, enforce site safety and technical compliance, and drive projects across key milestones. Internally, this role requires close coordination across Development, Engineering, Procurement, Origination, Finance, Legal, and Operations. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple large-scale infrastructure projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Team Overview
The Construction team is responsible for the successful execution of IPX Power’s utility-scale renewable energy projects across North America. The team works closely with Development, Engineering, Procurement, Origination, Finance, and Operations to manage EPC contractors, oversee project schedules and budgets, and ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently. Project Managers coordinate owner-side consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to drive projects from construction start through commissioning and operational handover while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and performance.
What You’ll Do
Construction Execution & Delivery: Oversee the day-to-day construction execution of 500kV substation and transmission line facilities, managing site civil works, pad foundations, steel erection and installation of high voltage electrical equipment, coordination of integration with owner-furnished equipment, and balance-of-plant (BOP) integration through to Mechanical Completion, energization, and COD.
EPC and OEM Contract Management: Drive and manage EPC partners and equipment OEMs. Enforce contractual scope, milestones, technical submittals, change order management, and equipment delivery schedules.
Integration & Commissioning Support: Partner with the Commissioning, Electrical, and Engineering teams to transition the physical plant through initial energization, capacity/efficiency testing, grid integration, and commercial market participation.
Interconnection and SCADA Coordination: Work alongside the Transmission Owner, ISO/RTO, and internal engineering teams to manage interconnection facility upgrades, SCADA/telemetry integration, and testing timelines.
Budget & Schedule Oversight: Maintain tight control of project budgets, cost forecasting, cash flows, and schedule critical paths. Identify risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies.
Operational Handover: Drive the transition of completed substation and transmission line, as-built packages, warranties, and technical documentation to the IPX O&M and Asset Management teams.
Enforce Safety & Code Compliance: Maintain rigorous oversight of site safety, ensuring strict compliance with site-specific safety plans and local environmental permitting requirements.
Internal Project Management: Serve as the central point of contact for internal cross-functional stakeholders. Coordinate with Owner’s Engineers to ensure engineering deliverables meet specs, review RFIs/submittals/IFC packages, mentor associate project managers, and present concise progress updates to executive leadership.
What You’ll Bring
Education (Preferred): Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience: 5+ years of construction management or project management experience on utility-scale energy storage (BESS) or major industrial power projects. Proven track record of serving as Lead PM or Owner’s Representative on at least two utility-scale high voltage construction projects from NTP through energization and substantial completion/COD.
Expertise: Deep technical understanding of 500kV substation and transmission line architecture, CBC, NERC, WECC, CAISO, CPUC, and IEEE requirements. Solid understanding of EPC contracts, interconnection processes, and BESS degradation/guarantee structures.
Tools and Skills: Advanced proficiency withGoogle Workspace, Slack, Bluebeam, and scheduling tools (Primavera P6 or MS Project). Strong ability to translate complex construction and technical data into clear reports for executive stakeholders. Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills with high attention to detail.
Total Rewards
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Compensation: USD $150,000 - $156,250 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus)
Health & Wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medi...

About IPX Power USA, LLC

Renewable Energy Power Generation · 51-200 employees · founded 2026