Gestor de Projeto / Gestor de Projeto Sénior

The energy industry is entering one of the most significant periods of growth and transformation in its history. Meeting the nation's growing demand for reliable electricity will require new ideas, new infrastructure, and talented people committed to building for the future.

At Cypress Creek Energy, we're meeting that challenge by developing and operating the energy infrastructure needed to power communities, support economic opportunity, and strengthen resilience. We believe our responsibility extends beyond the grid and that how we build matters just as much as what we build.

That same commitment extends to our employees. We invest in professional growth, encourage collaboration across teams, and provide opportunities to take ownership, expand your expertise, and advance your career. Our culture is grounded in safety, accountability, respect, and a shared commitment to deliver results. Join us and help meet one of the most important energy challenges of our time while building a rewarding career.

Overview

In collaboration with the Senior Director of Project Management, the Project Manager/Senior Project Manager will broadly serve as the overall point of contact and subject matter expert for a rolling portfolio of projects. The Project Manager/Senior Project Manager will work collaboratively with Business Development and Pre-Construction to support construction due diligence, including constructability reviews, risk analyses, developing project schedules, reviewing budgets and CAPEX estimates, and analyses of EPC RFP's, in support of construction projects. The Project Manager will provide tactical leadership for construction, assist in the development of strategic project objectives, provide direction for projects from late-stage development through the final construction phase, lead the management of construction contracts to ensure projects are on time and within budget, and ensure that safety, quality, cost, environmental, landowner, and legal requirements are properly addressed to support the project execution objectives.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pre-Construction Department by actively participating in the EPC RFP process for assigned projects through contract execution
• Participate in a formal turnover and acceptance of the project from Pre-Construction to Project Execution and turnover to Asset Management / O&M
• Work to support, develop, and implement a project execution plan that is formally communicated to all project stakeholders
• Understand the implications of various technical options and guide engineering designs to achieve the best solution for each situation
• Ensure projects are adequately staffed, trained, and standard construction toolbox policies, procedures, and programs are adhered to ensuring all project communications, issues, change orders, and quality items are well documented
• Provide leadership during project construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, cost, environmental, landowner, and other project requirements are met or exceeded
• Understand and manage all aspects of project construction contracts (EPC, Owner-Furnished Equipment, Interconnection Agreement, technical consultants) and hold the contractors and suppliers accountable to contractual requirements to ensure projects are completed on time and under budget
• Institute a culture of ownership and accountability by empowering team members to make decisions and holding them accountable to do so
• Consolidate, manage, and analyze budgets, costs, forecasts, and utilization against established financial goals
• Perform the planning and hiring of competent field staff to ensure adequate resources are in place for effective and timely execution of committed projects
• Develop effective relationships with internal departments, contractors, suppliers, landowners, and other stakeholders
• Provide strategic direction and manage the development of Construction Site Managers and provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to assigned staff at all levels
• Reinforce a team approach throughout the enterprise, both on projects and internal initiatives
• Effectively communicate relevant information to superiors
• Champion change and effectively manage the implementation of new ideas, processes, tools, etc.
• Manage the relationships with all external entities during the construction phase of the project such as local government, permitting agencies, pipeline utility companies, and interconnecting utilities
• Once awarded, managing construction contracts including tracking deliverables, schedules, cashflow, managing RFIs, change orders, and providing notices or dispute resolution if required
• Ensuring that the project complies with applicable Environmental, Health and Safety regulations
• Provide summary management reports on the status on all aspects of the project to multiple stakeholders.
• Interface with the lender's engineer as required including monthly reporting, project review meetings, performance testing, draw certification, etc.
• Managing Operations and Maintenance contract handoff and coordination and ensure closeout of EPC contract at Final Acceptance
• Additional duties as required

Education & Experience Required

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related field.
• Project Management Professional certification a plus
• 4+ years in the renewable energy sector or industrial construction or capital project management
• 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
• Basic knowledge of construction labor relations throughout the US
• Competency in analytical problem solving, customer/partner relationships, and technology expertise.
• Proficient understanding of entire solar project life cycle
• Experience with High Voltage Interconnection aspects of a project's scope of work.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, PowerBI), Procore, SiteTracker, NetSuite and other discipline-relevant software.

Personal Characteristics

• Self-motivated, capable of performing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and multitasking ability.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and analytical problem-solving.
• Ability to create and implement programs/policies involving multiple departments.
• Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables

Additional Information

• Travel is expected to be 35%
• In-office, full remote, or hybrid employment will be considered.
• Must hold a valid driver's license

Location

This role can be based in any of our U.S. office locations or remotely for the right candidate.

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 Energy 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 CCE 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 Energy 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 [email protected].