Energy Project Manager, Solar & Storage Execution

Job Title

Energy Project Manager

Prologis

Prologis Energy Project Managers are part of a team of industry experts, passionate about construction and the global energy transition. Prologis holds the largest bank of flat rooftops in the U.S., strategically located and leased to Fortune 100 companies. The role will initially focus on projects across the Central U.S. and involves managing EPC partners through design, engineering, construction and commissioning of solar and energy storage projects.

• Coordinating engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities for 60+ projects with 10+ in construction phase at any given time.
• Managing the relationship and work of 2-3 EPC partners; prioritizing each portfolio of projects to optimize efficiencies.
• Forecasting and benchmarking progress against quarterly goals and monthly targets for Mechanical Completion & Placed in Service milestones.
• Accountable for internal reporting of key milestones and status of assigned projects, weekly.
• Managing power purchase agreement requirements, exceeding expectations of all customers, producing customer‑facing reports, and leading regular meetings with Fortune 100 companies, CCAs and other IOUs.
• Coordinating various scopes effectively between EPC partners, utilities and Prologis property management teams.
• Driving timely delivery of utility interconnection deliverables, designs and upgrades.
• Managing Prologis‑owned inventory of equipment and timely delivery of the same to job sites.
• Supporting Sales and Development with scope, schedule & cost reviews; constructability & value‑engineering input; risk assessments; interconnection coordination and contracting input.
• Facilitating timely close of projects; collection, review and approval of all asset records; and a smooth hand‑off to Prologis Asset Management and our O&M partners.
• Innovating and developing creative solutions for industry and project‑specific challenges.
• Developing and improving processes, procedures and best practices.

• 5+ years of experience leading & managing construction projects in a Project Management role.
• Experience managing utilities, clients and contractors through complex multi‑site portfolios.
• Proven track record of construction scope, schedule & budget management success in the renewable energy industry.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills and experience serving Fortune 100 clients.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, applicable codes and install best practices.
• Experience complying with prevailing wage and other regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity and experience with system integration requirements in ISO.
• Experience managing Battery Energy Storage projects.
• Experience managing PPA contract terms.
• Strong negotiation and mediation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the year.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, environmental sciences or related field is preferred or 8+ years of equivalent experience.
• Experience managing projects directly for a C&I Solar & BESS focused EPC company.
• Experience in commercial and industry real‑estate development and general contracting.
• Familiarity with federal, state and local authorities having jurisdiction and their processes.
• OSHA 30 certified and NFPA, SWPP or other applicable certifications, training or experience.
• Knowledge of investment tax credits and incentives.

Hiring Salary Range of: $128,000 - $176,000.

Full time

Chicago Office

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.