Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Design-Build Construction Team to provide leadership during the detail design and execution phases of new anaerobic digester projects. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience managing green field capital projects valued between $20-100M each. They will be responsible for managing all phases of project delivery—including budgeting, scheduling, contract management, design management, equipment procurement management and construction oversight—while partnering with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to ensure overall project success and long-term value.

You will collaborate closely with the company’s project engineering team, who will generate a basis-of-design and define the process flow while working with the development team to ensure project financials are met. Experience in detailed engineering and construction of process plants is a prerequisite, with special emphasis on wastewater treatment facilities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects and contribute to the development of sustainable resource recovery infrastructure, including pioneering anaerobic biotechnology.

• Lead full-cycle project execution from design through construction ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals are met.
• Manage stakeholder expectations leading and managing an internal cross function project team including development, procurement, construction, finance and engineering associates.
• Manage the Purpose Energy process engineering team and the design-builder to develop detail design documents for construction.
• Accountable for planning and executing the procurement of capital equipment supporting the internal project engineering and purchasing teams.
• Develop, negotiate, and manage design-build, engineering, and construction contracts.
• Define scope, schedule and budget of projects; balance risk; and ensure contracts comply with project requirements.
• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting using internal cost control tools and ERP system.
• Maintain accurate records of project activities, technical data, and design/construction changes.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and capital forecasting.
• Ensure regulatory, safety, and code compliance including ITC requirements such as domestic content, safe harbor, and prevailing wages.
• Prepare preliminary Cap Ex cost estimates consisting of design builder scope of work and equipment for new projects during the early development phase.
• Accountable for planning and execution of plant commissioning and closeout including turnover to operations, completion of punch list work and construction contracts, documentation of as-builts conditions, and warranty claims.
• Occasional travel to project sites for project planning and construction coordination.
• Support, mentor, and motivate your team to deliver projects with ambitious project development goals.

• 7+ years’ experience in project management related to development, engineering and construction of commercial, energy, and/or industrial facilities. Process Mechanical Design/Construction and wastewater experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills with strong focus on teamwork and ability to interface with a broad range of work groups and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to analyze project risks, proactively identify and manage solutions, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency using project scheduling tools (Primavera, MS Project) and cost management/ERP systems.
• Ability to manage critical path priorities and track actual vs. baseline schedule scenarios.
• Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook.
• Self-starter with an inquisitive mindset, capable of being flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Preference may be given to candidates with the following experience: building or operating industrial scale wastewater treatment, anaerobic digestion and RNG facilities; knowledge of electricity…