Senior Project Manager – PV & Battery Energy Storage Systems
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 130000 - 160000
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
ROLE OVERVIEW
Pivot Energy is seeking a Senior Project Manager (BESS) to lead delivery of DC-coupled hybrid PVBESS and standalone storage projects from mid- late-stage development through construction commissioning and closeout. This role will represent the voice of Project Delivery and partner closely with Development Estimating Preconstruction Contracting and Project Management to advance pipeline opportunities develop and codify BESS operating standards and execute projects on time on budget safely and in compliance with code and tax-credit requirements.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with Development to validate site feasibility interconnection strategy and BESS architecture (DC-coupled AC-coupled hybrid standalone).
- Works with SVP to define short-term and long-term scalable processes.
- Own delivery planning late-stage development through hand-off to OnM AM closeout; establish baseline schedules risk registers and commissioning plans.
- Lead design coordination with EPC and internal engineering; conduct constructability reviews and manage design changes via Procore change events.
- Plan and manage long-lead procurement (BESS enclosures PCS/inverters transformers MV gear EMS/SCADA fire suppression).
- Collaborates with all stakeholders internal and external.
- Interface with AHJs (planning building electrical and fire) to obtain permits; develop repeatable playbooks for NFPA 855/IFC compliance and UL 9540/9540A pathways.
- Coordinate safety and quality programs; ensure compliance with OSHA NFPA 70/70E and Pivot QA/QC standards.
- Develop BESS operating standards: templates workflows testing & cold and hot commissioning protocols (FAT SAT functional performance capacity & duration tests).
- Integrate Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship (PWA) compliance workflows with Deloitte/ORCA and LCPtracker; maintain audit-ready records.
- Negotiate and/or support EPC contracts and change orders; implement DOA-aligned workflows with Legal Finance and Supply Chain.
- Track project controls in Procore and report performance in Power BI; drive P90 forecasting for NTP/MC/COD/SC milestones.
- Lead cross-functional issue resolution (interconnection EMS controls fire code interpretations supply chain constraints).
- Own stakeholder communication plans; present status and risk mitigations to executives and partners.
- Ability to travel to project sites AHJs and vendor facilities.
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Development early engagement to surface constructability permitting and code requirements; inform business cases and schedules.
- Estimating provide design inputs vendor quotes and historicals to refine BESS ROMs and EPC/BOP estimates.
- Preconstruction run RFPs evaluate EPC bids and align technical/commercial terms for storage scope.
- Contracting define storage-specific exhibits (specs testing commissioning warranty code) and recovery schedule provisions.
- Project Management standardize delivery workflows risk registers and change management tailored to storage.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- 7 years of utility-scale or C&I renewable energy project management with 3 years delivering BESS projects to COD.
- Proven experience coordinating with AHJs including fire departments and navigating NFPA 855/IFC permitting.
- Working knowledge of NEC Articles 480/690/706/705 UL 9540/9540A UL 1973 IEEE 1547/1547.1 and utility interconnection standards.
- Demonstrated success managing EPCs negotiating commercial terms and overseeing long-lead procurement for storage components.
- Proficiency with Procore (project controls) Microsoft Project or P6 (scheduling) and Power BI (reporting).
- Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES
- IPP owners-rep experience delivering PVBESS portfolios.
- Experience with EMS/DERMS integration SCADA DAS and utility telemetry requirements.
- Familiarity with IRA PWA compliance systems (e.g. LCPtracker) and audit readiness.
- PE PMP DBIA or equivalent credential.
$130000 - $160000 a year
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The estimated base salary range for this position is $130000 - $160000 depending on relevant experience along with eligibility for the companys substantial bonus plan with a target bonus of 30% of annual salary (prorated in the first year based on start date).Compensation will be based on factors such as location level job-related knowledge certifications skills and experience.
Pivot Energy is dedicated to providing a great work experience for all employees placing an emphasis on company culture and a focus on our people. To that end Pivot offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:
Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company
Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations
Company-paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage
Generous parental leave
401(k) matching
Home Office setup stipend for new employees
Public transit reimbursement
PTO for volunteering in the community
Charitable donation matching up to $500/year
Professional development and educational reimbursements
A complete list of all the benefits Pivot offers may be provided upon request.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Electrical Engineering
- Management Experience
- HVAC
- Territory Management
- Project Management
- Quality Control
- Contract Management
- Budgeting
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Contracts
