Project Director – Engineering & Construction (Renewable Energy)
Core
Senior leader overseeing multiple utility-scale renewable energy projects (wind, solar, BESS) from pre-construction to commercial operation, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals.
Role type
Senior IC Project Director (Engineering & Construction)
Builds
Utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems (BESS) infrastructure
Domain
Renewable Energy / Power Generation / Construction
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Utility-scale project execution, EPC and multi-contract structures, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, capital project controls, grid integration knowledge, team leadership, commercial management
Preferred skills
Experience in IPP, developer, or EPC organizations, managing projects $200M+, geographically dispersed team management
Technologies
EPC, multi-contract, hybrid approaches
Responsibilities
Lead execution of multiple utility-scale projects from pre-construction to COD; Provide leadership to project managers and construction teams; Partner with Development, Engineering, and Asset Management teams; Establish project governance and performance tracking; Drive execution strategies including contracting models and resource planning; Maintain accountability for budgets, schedules, and risks; Lead commercial negotiations for EPC agreements and equipment supply; Ensure compliance with permitting and regulatory requirements; Report to executive leadership on project status and risks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC