Project Manager

Responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of energy storage projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role involves coordinating internal resources and vendors, managing project documentation, and acting as the primary point of contact for customers.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5 or more years of energy-related project experience, including knowledge of batteries, inverters, HVAC, and control systems. Proficiency in project management tools and strong communication skills are required, with PMP certification and a PE license preferred.

Skills

• Project management
• Energy storage systems
• Vendor management
• Risk management
• Budget management
• Schedule management
• Stakeholder management
• Technical feasibility
• Project documentation
• Commissioning
• Engineering team collaboration
• Procurement
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Smartsheet
• Bluebeam Revu

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Tuition and continuing education stipend
• Annual discretionary bonus

About this role

Project Manager Position Summary
IHI Terrasun is seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage a project portfolio’s schedule, scope and costs. This position is responsible for the day-to-day management of multiple projects to deliver energy storage systems to customer sites.
Primary Job Functions
As the primary customer-facing point person for each project, the ideal candidate will need to work with integrity, poise, and strong internal motivation while representing IHI Terrasun, and will excel at driving results from various stakeholders and through cross-collaborative teams. The primary responsibilities for project management include delivering every project on time, within budget, and within scope, and the ideal candidate will be able to do so while exhibiting a customer-focused and solutions-driven approach to their work. This position will involve managing a number of vendors/suppliers who will deliver large, complex subsystems (batteries, inverters, HVAC, etc.) on behalf of IHI's customers.
Job Dimensions (skills, knowledge & abilities)
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of energy storage installation projects
Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget
Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
Ensure resource availability and allocation
Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
Report and escalate to management as needed
Successfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
Perform risk management to minimize project risks
Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Work with the commissioning manager for commissioning tasks like network verification, point-to-point testing, cold commissioning, hot commissioning, block level testing, and PPC commissioning followed by performance/utility testing; report on results
Collaboratively work with multi-disciplinary engineering team to ensure reviews and recommendations are completed to professional standards
Act as a team-lead and mentor junior staff
Keep abreast of technology trends and changes in this rapidly evolving market
Interact with senior-level personnel as required
Directs procurement to ensure delivery dates are met
Other
Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations.
Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties assigned by senior management.
Maintains high ethical standards in the workplace.
Reports all irregular issues and problems to supervisors for solutions.
Maintains good communication with other management, office staff members, and outside contacts.
Complies with all company policies and procedures.
Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working area.
Qualifications (Education & Work Experience)
5 or more years of energy related project experience that includes knowledge of Batteries, Inverters, HVAC and control systems, energy efficiency and renewable energy
Experience in energy engineering and project management
Excellent communication, verbal and written skills
Tools & Equipment
Role will be supplied with equipment to complete all job duties
Proficiency with Microsoft Office particularly Microsoft Excel, t, Smartsheet (preferred), Teamwork (preferred), Bluebeam Revu (preferred)
Certificates/Licenses
PMP Certified (preferred)
PE License (preferred)
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work is performed in an office environment. The employee is required to frequently sit and occasionally must stand, walk, use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms. Also, the employee must be able to read and analyze data in hard copy and on a computer screen.
Travel required. No more than 15% typically within the U.S. Travel may include to active construction sites, and appropriate PPE must be worn and saftey protocols be maintained in these cases.
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully satisfy the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The above job description identifies the essential job functions and skills needed by the person or persons assigned to this position. These job functions and skills are not intended to be a complete and exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The information contained herein is subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Why Join IHI Terrasun?
At IHI Terrasun, we believe our people are our most valuable resource. That’s why we prioritize your professional growth, work-life balance, and overall well-being.
Compensation
Base Salary: $115,000 - $145,000/year, based on experience, skills, and location.
Bonus: Participation in an annual discretionary bonus program.
Our Benefits Include:
Comprehensive Health Coverage: 100% employer-paid health, dental, through our premium Cinga PPO plan, and vision insurance through Unum
Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching.
Financial Security: Employer-sponsored Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Professional Development: Tuition and continuing education stipend to support your growth.
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About IHI Terrasun Solutions

Services for Renewable Energy · 51-200 employees · headquartered in Chicago, Illinois · founded 2014