Project Manager, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Job Title: Project Manager, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) 

Location: Hybrid (In-Person in Fort Lauderdale, FL) 

Overview: Blue Sky Utility (BSU) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to coordinate the development of 2-5MW battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. The role involves managing multiple external development teams, ensuring project timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met, and overseeing the transition of projects to the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) phase. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Team Coordination: Coordinate multiple external development teams responsible for structural, civil, software, electrical, technology, and architectural design. 

• Status Meetings: Conduct weekly progress meetings to review project priorities and identify potential risks and solutions. 

• Scope and Timeline Management: Develop and manage the scope and timelines for 10-15 projects across 2-3 contract development teams. 

• Risk Assessment: Review civil engineering and legal documents to identify and mitigate permitting risks. 

• Budget Management: Prepare and manage project budgets. 

• Reporting: Produce weekly and monthly progress reports. 

• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

• Billing and Payments: Prepare and process billing and payment requests through internal accounting systems. 

• Documentation: Compile, prepare, and document all pre-NTP (Notice to Proceed) requirements. 

• Change Orders: Draft, negotiate, and manage subcontract change orders. 

• EPC Coordination: Collaborate with the BSU EPC team to transition projects from ready-to-build (RTB) status to construction. 

• Additional Tasks: Complete additional tasks as assigned by project management leadership. 

• Experience: At least 3 years of project management experience in the PV solar industry, including collaboration with civil, electrical engineering, and EPC teams. 

• Sector Knowledge: Experience in C&I (Commercial and Industrial) or utility-scale solar or BESS development, including tracking and/or leading the Interconnection Application (IA) process with utility companies. 

• Skills: 

• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities. 

• Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously. 

• Ability to foster team collaboration and maintain strong partner/client relationships. 

• Self-motivated with the ability to excel in a hybrid work environment. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, etc.). 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or civil engineering. 

• Contract negotiation experience for professional services. 

• Familiarity with the distribution utility interconnection process and commissioning. 

• Understanding of federal renewable energy incentive programs. 

Additional Preferred Skills and Experience: 

• Experience managing MW-scale BESS development projects. 

• Familiarity with the interconnection process in New England or ISO regions. 

• Experience with AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) permitting processes. 

• Knowledge of DC and AC one-line diagrams and coordination with electrical engineers. 

• Background in renewable energy projects in New England or New York. 

• Contract negotiation skills for supplier agreements. 

• Experience delivering professional services for renewable energy stakeholders. 

• Familiarity with energy project modeling (preferred but not required). 

Blue Sky Utility is dedicated to driving innovation in renewable energy. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for project management and a desire to make a difference in the renewable energy space, we encourage you to apply. 

What we can offer you: 

Fair and equitable compensation. There are a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current annual salary range is $90,000-$98,000 including annual bonus 

Work-life balance with employee physical and financial health at the forefront. We offer medical, dental, vision, STD and employee life insurance as well as a 401K with 6% match. Employees are eligible for all benefits on their first day of employment. 

Our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe that everyone should be heard. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.