Director, Thermal Project Management

Job Description Position Overview

As a Director, Thermal Project Management, you will be responsible for overseeing thermal power plants. You will manage and coordinate efforts across multiple teams inside the organization, from development to the commercial operation date (COD). In this position, you will lead and direct resources to support the project execution and construction efforts, while coordinating all other technical, economic, and commercial aspects of the project.

Under your leadership, you will manage a team of specialists to develop, design, and build combustion projects utilizing gas turbines for simple cycles, combined cycles, and cogeneration facilities, as well as natural gas reciprocating engines. This role will lead efforts for one project or more at a time, encompassing project development, including permitting, engineering, and construction, along with budget, risk, and schedule management to ensure the project is completed on time, within scope and budget.

This position will be based in the Invenergy office in Chicago, IL. Technical supervision during project execution, specifically construction and commissioning phases, including travel to the project site, will also be required.

• Lead all efforts in the assigned project(s) throughout the project lifecycle(s), from development to COD, to deliver the project(s) according to the required scope, meeting budget and schedule.
• Manage workload and resources across multiple teams assigned to a specific project, promoting seamless coordination across different disciplines.
• Represent the company in discussions with third parties, stakeholders, regulatory bodies, permitting agencies, and the project’s customer.
• Manage project interfaces across multiple contractors and work packages to promote coordination through adequate cooperation, ensuring adherence to the project budget and schedule.
• Manage and coordinate other project managers and functions assigned to your team, as applicable.

• Project management
• Engineering
• Procurement
• Permitting, interconnection, and real estate
• Construction and commissioning
• Legal and contract management
• Finance, insurance, legal and other corporate areas

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, electrical or structural engineering with relevant experience in the power generation industry.
• 10+ years of experience in combustion power plants, with relevant experience in gas turbines, steam turbines and reciprocating engines.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering large-scale power plants, from development to commercial operation.
• Site experience in projects under construction.
• Ability to travel up to 25% is required, and travel frequency must be adjusted during the project execution phase.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• Master’s degree in mechanical, civil, electrical or structural engineering with relevant experience in the power generation industry.
• Experience managing interfaces between contractors and contract negotiation.
• Ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple packages of the same project at a time.
• Desire to work in a dynamic environment alongside people with multiple interests and backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal skills are required, including being an effective leader and communicator.
• High degree of integrity and understanding of ethical industry standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

-  USD Annual Bonus: 30% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.