Sr. Project Director

Position Title:   Senior Project Director 

Department: Project Implementation, CS e-Storage 

Reports To: General Manager of Project Implementation and Services 

Position Summary: 

The Senior Project Director will be responsible for overseeing a regional project implementation team that will include Project Directors, Project Managers, Project Coordinators and Construction Managers for BESS projects.  Providing leadership and decision-making project scope including but not limited to schedules, budgets, changes / variations, and dispute resolution.  The individual will liaise with internal departments (Commercial, Engineering, Quality, Commissioning, Service, Accounting, Legal and Procurement), the client / owner, equipment suppliers, EPC’s / BOP’s and and various subcontractors.  Department management, project management, contract review and EPC construction experience is required as well as demonstrated influence, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.   

Responsibilities: 

• Lead and develop regional project implementation team including Project Directors, Project Mangers, Project Coordinators and Construction Managers 

• Assist in creating Annual Operating Plans (resources, operating expenses) and then adhering to plan throughout calendar year 

• Review, approve, and provide decision making for project schedules, budgets (expenses), scope changes / variations, quality and risks 

• Determine and assign resources to cross-functional projects of high complexity working with internal departments including Commercial, Engineering, Quality, Commissioning, Service, Accounting, Legal and Procurement 

• Review and provide input on contract documentation including head agreements and schedules for EPC and battery supply contracts, EPC / BOP subcontracts and equipment supply agreements 

• Meet with senior level stakeholders (client, suppliers, internal) to negotiate and resolve conflicts  

• Assist in estimation of project costs and development of project schedules / timelines 

• Oversee and determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas 

• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and determine key performance indicators to monitor performance 

• Organize project lesson learned reviews to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements 

• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the CS e-Storage Code of Business Conduct 

• Adhere to and enforce of all health and safety rules and company policies 

• Complete other duties and projects as assigned 

Requirements:  

• Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Civil) or Business degree or diploma  

• Minimum 10 years experience in managing construction projects and 5 years managing direct reports 

• Experience with utility scale renewable construction projects, preferably in Battery Energy Storage Systems 

• Solid and effective interpersonal and communication skills (including oral, written and visual) 

• Strong negotiation, facilitation, risk management and consensus building skills 

• Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems and photovoltaic or Energy Storage system applications is required 

• Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and execute in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a strong ownership mentality 

• Expert knowledge of creating business requirements, work plans, project schedules and associated project artifacts 

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record 

• Ability to function successfully both independently and within a team 

• Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct  

• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends) as required 

• Travel required to client and supplier facilities and sites under construction up to 50% of time during peak periods