Solar EPC Project Manager or Senior Project Manager - Grid Power

Join the Origis Energy Team!

Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining Zero SM . As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world’s net-zero goals. Origis Energy puts customers first to deploy a wide range of sustainable solutions for grid power generation, performance optimization, and long-term operation of solar and energy storage plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL.

The Origis team, regarded as one of the leading developers in the U.S., is committed to living five core values in all interactions both with each other and external stakeholders:

Solve for Tomorrow. A role with Origis Energy puts you at the forefront of the transition to clean energy. Are you ready to bring new ideas? Do you exist to find solutions? That’s how we revolutionize energy and build a carbon-free future - through unmatched service and relentless innovation.

Rise Together. To succeed here, you’ll collaborate with others and work as one team, across various teams including solar and energy storage development, financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operations, maintenance and asset management. Are you open to diverse perspectives and prepared to work seamlessly across disciplines to reach our collective goals?

Perform at Peak. We’re seeking team members who bring authentic energy and passion to every task. How can you use your natural strengths, genuine optimism and intelligence to make your greatest contributions to Origis?

Inspire & Grow. The Origis team is comprised of knowledgeable, passionate solar and energy storage experts who bring deep expertise and solution-driven thinking to clients. A successful Origis team member encourages others and sets a high bar for growth. We have a culture of continuous improvement because each team member takes the role of both learner and mentor.

Be Resilient. The spirit in which we tackle the energy challenges and objectives of our clients means we consistently stretch for the extra mile. We all take initiative and remain adaptable, overcoming obstacles by prioritizing respect.

Position Description

Origis Energy is seeking an experienced, technically focused Project Leader to be responsible for the complete execution life cycle of project(s) from Development thru to Operations. The Project Leader will report to the Vice President of Project Delivery and other departmental leaders to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Management Duties:

Work closely with Project Development to understand real estate, legal, environmental, permitting, constructability, and interconnection issues

Accountable for EPC budgets and schedules from early-stage Development through EPC execution

Close engagement/support of internal Finance team

Project schedule management

Communicates critical development, design, permitting, supply chain, preconstruction, and contract milestones with all internal and external stakeholders

Identifies and communicates potential high-risk items to the Management team and develops action plans to address them

EPC scope of work development

Internal management presentations/updates Communicates overall EPC strategy/approach in close coordination with Contracts team to facilitate the EPC RFP process and selection

Drives the EPC negotiations to timely execution while aligning with cost, schedule, and commercial targets of the project

Leads kickoff meetings to transition projects from Precon through execution.

Project status reporting

Engineering Duties:

Drive value engineering efforts

Coordinate with Engineering on solar and energy storage plant designs to optimize energy production vs project site constructability cost considerations

Manage multiple 3rd party consultants/engineers

Procurement Duties:

Coordinate with Supply Chain team to evaluate current best-in-class offerings from major equipment suppliers

3rd Party EPC bidding and contracting

Construction Duties:

EPC contract management

Coordinate with construction site teams

Interconnection Utility interface

Drive closeout and turnover coordination with operations

Preferred Qualifications

Strong technical solar background

Large utility scale solar experience ideal

BESS experience ideal

Comprehension of solar cost structure

Experience in EPC contract negotiations and management

Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

Technical or Business degree required

Professional certification (PE, RA, or other) preferred

Key Attributes for Success

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently on multiple tasks with minimal supervision

Excellent organizational skills and time management skills

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to perform in a high-growth, fast-paced, collaborative work environment

Ability to lead multidisciplinary team meetings to achieve desired outcomes

Proven business acumen skills

Team player; ability to work with multidisciplinary team

Ability to work with all levels of management

Possess a "get it done" mentality

Strong organization, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Willingness to step in and take on additional tasks in order to support the larger team

Versatility, flexibility and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

Location Austin TX; Miami FL; remote considered for the right candidate

Travel Up to 40% travel as needed

Job Level Manager or Senior Project Manager depending on candidate - no direct reports

Origis Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences as that is what makes our employees unique. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. More information is available here .

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Request for Support or Accommodations: As part of our effort to provide equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities, we are happy to offer support and special accommodations in order for you to successfully reach us with your interest. Please reach out to us at candidateaccommodations@origisenergy.com if you would like to request help with your application.