Solar Project Manager | Houston, TX 40 views

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Location: TX
About the job
The Company
Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.

Overview
In collaboration with the Project Execution leadership and cross-functional teams, the Project Manager guides utility-scale solar and BESS projects throughout the full project life cycle from early development and pre-construction planning to execution and commercial operation. This role ensures projects are thoroughly planned and risk-mitigated through constructability reviews, risk analysis, budgeting, scheduling, and EPC RFP management, while also leading safe, quality, on time, and on budget execution by third party EPC contractors. The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring company EPC KPI’s are exceeded in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Improvement, and for ensuring a seamless transition from project concept to commercial operation.

Responsibilities
Work closely with Development to conduct constructability reviews, site visits, permitting coordination, and early risk assessment throughout the project lifecycle
Contribute to the development of detailed project management and construction strategy including implementation plans, budgets, and schedules
Coordinate with Cost Estimating & Controls to develop and maintain project budgeting and cash spend forecasts
Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies with stakeholders – host weekly project status meetings
Participate in the identification and selection of suppliers
Manage the EPC RFP process including the scoping, identification, evaluation, selection, and final approval.
Oversee EPC contractors to ensure safe, high quality, on time, and on budget delivery
Act as the face of the company and project team by fostering strong, positive relationships with landowners, AHJ’s, utilities, suppliers, and contractors
Understanding compliance requirements of project contracts like power purchase agreements, Interconnection agreements, and land use permits and all other required permitting
Presenting and reporting to management on cash flow, schedule and risks
Managing Operations and Maintenance contract handoff and coordination and ensure closeout of EPC contract at Final Acceptance
Act as a project liaison with all internal departments, consultants, landlords, governing authorities, etc. and coordinate towards common goals while making critical decisions in a professional manner
Ability to effectively coordinate and handle, under pressure, multiple projects with a high degree of independence and professional judgment to deliver projects and meeting Company/Team KPI’s of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Improvement
Additional duties as required

Education & Experience Required
Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables
Minimum of a Bachelor’s in Engineering, Construction Management, project management, or equivalent preferred
3-5 years in the renewable energy sector or industrial construction or capital project management
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail, decision making/problem solving, analytical and time management skills.
Advanced knowledge of construction management and constructing methods for large projects, contract management, procurement, and supply chain management, environmental and building permitting, and transportation logistics, as well as project lifecycles
Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining critical path method schedules
Extensive experience with EPC and BOP construction contracting; including RFP process, bid review, and negotiation of contract terms; renewable energy contracting experience is highly preferred
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including MS Project
Procore, Sales Force, SharePoint, Scheduling Software experience and proficiency preferred
Experience in negotiating contracts with contract managers
Ability to travel 50% on average
Basic knowledge of construction labor relations throughout the US
Works well under pressure and on a deadline, enjoys working with a variety of people

Location: The preferred location for this role is remote in Houston, Texas

Benefits
15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
401(k) Match
Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Phone Bill Reimbursement
Company Swag

A note to Recruiting Agencies Cypress Creek Renewables 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 CCR and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.

Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please be aware of recruiting scams—official communications will only come from @ccrenew.com, we will never request personal or financial information, and any suspicious activity should be reported to HR@ccrenew.com.

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