Project Manager Power Generation

Brunel has partnered with SB Energy to hire a Project Manager Power Generation to support the execution of utility-scale thermal generation projects. Backed by SoftBank and Ares SB Energy develops builds owns and operates large-scale power and data center infrastructure projects across the U.S.

In this role you will be responsible for the successful execution of utility-scale power generation projects with a primary focus on combined-cycle natural gas-fired power plants from Limited Notice-to-Proceed (LNTP) through Final Completion (FC). You will lead project delivery across budget schedule safety contracts construction commissioning and commercial operation while coordinating EPC partners OEMs suppliers consultants and internal teams.

SB Energy is a fast-growing energy and infrastructure company backed by SoftBank and Ares. Headquartered in Redwood City California they develop build own and operate large-scale power and data center infrastructure across the United States.

Since launching in 2019 SB Energy has quickly become a leading integrated platform with more than 3 GW in operation and a strong pipeline of future projects nationwide. Their team combines innovation technical expertise and execution excellence to deliver reliable secure and forward-thinking infrastructure that helps power Americas future.

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the successful execution of SB Energys utility-scale thermal generation projects with a primary focus on combined-cycle natural gas-fired power plants beginning at Limited Notice-to-Proceed (LNTP) through Final Completion (FC).

The PM is responsible for project budget schedule safety performance contract compliance and overall project delivery during the construction phase. The PM will manage Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) partners Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) major equipment suppliers and consultants; leverage and coordinate SB Energys internal expertise; and serve as the primary representative for the project both internally and externally.

The PM is expected to be a primary decision-maker in day-to-day project execution while escalating material commercial safety regulatory technical or schedule impacts as appropriate.

At SB Energy our values are more than words on a pagethey are the foundation for how we operate make decisions and measure success. As a PM you are not just responsible for driving business outcomes but also for embodying and reinforcing our culture. A PM is a culture champion both within and outside of the organization. You lead with an ownership mindset ensuring that challenges are met with solutions. You take initiative in fostering connectionwhether by being the first to check in on a colleague or showing up fully engaged to meetings and being a magnanimous leader. Beyond driving project success you cultivate a thriving project team environment by welcoming diverse perspectives fostering collaboration and ensuring that every voice is heard. Most importantly you pursue our mission with joyapproaching each challenge with resilience and a commitment to making a meaningful impact.

Location: On-site Portsmouth OH

• Ownership of utility-scale power generation projects from Limited Notice-to-Proceed (LNTP) through Final Completion and commercial operation.
• Manage turnkey EPC contract(s) for combined-cycle natural gas power generation facilities including balance-of-plant systems interconnection facilities and supporting infrastructure.
• Maintain project budget including contingency utilization cash flow forecasting invoicing and financial reporting.
• Maintain and manage the overall project schedule; Primavera P6 experience strongly preferred.
• Coordinate major equipment procurement manufacturing oversight delivery installation startup commissioning performance testing and project closeout activities.
• Oversee construction activities associated with gas turbines steam turbines heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) cooling systems electrical systems and transmission interconnection facilities.
• Ensure projects achieve required performance guarantees reliability metrics and commercial operation milestones.

• Develop and manage project risks scope changes and commercial exposures; proactively identify mitigation strategies and align internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist SB Energy Legal and Procurement teams in negotiating and executing EPC contracts OEM agreements long-term service agreements (LTSAs) fuel supply agreements and other project execution contracts.
• Maintain contractual regulatory and environmental compliance in close coordination with Legal Environmental and Development teams.
• Coordinate with lenders independent engineers owners engineers and technical advisors to support financing milestones monthly draws and financial close activities.
• Manage contractor claims change orders schedule recovery plans and commercial negotiations throughout project execution.

• Provide regular project updates to SB Energy leadership investors lenders utility partners and external stakeholders.
• Interface with natural gas utilities transmission providers balancing authorities power purchasers and regional grid operators to ensure project milestones and obligations are achieved.
• Engage with federal state and local permitting agencies to support permit issuance modifications compliance reporting and project closeout.
• Support community outreach efforts and maintain productive relationships with local stakeholders and authorities having jurisdiction.

• Coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams including Development Power Marketing Interconnection Engineering Capital Markets Environmental Permitting Procurement Quality Real Estate Safety Operations and Asset Management to ensure project success.
• Assist in the handoff of projects from the Development team to the Projects team at LNTP and manage the transition to Operations and Asset Management at Final Completion and commercial operation.
• Directly manage project-specific Project Coordinator(s) and/or Associate Project Manager(s) delegating responsibilities and providing mentorship.
• Coordinate with SB Energy field teams to ensure on-site supervision and execution of EPC contracts meet safety quality environmental and performance expectations.
• Foster a culture of safety accountability collaboration and continuous improvement across project teams and contractor organizations.

• At least 7-10 years of professional experience.
• 5 years of experience managing utility-scale power generation projects preferably including combined-cycle natural gas simple-cycle gas turbine thermal generation or large industrial energy infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing EPC contracts and major equipment suppliers for power generation facilities.
• Strong understanding of power plant construction commissioning startup and performance testing processes.
• Familiarity with gas turbines steam turbines HRSG electrical balance-of-plant and transmission interconnection systems.
• Experience with project financing processes lender requirements and independent engineer coordination preferred.
• Ability to travel approximately 2550% of the time as needed.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools; experience with and Primavera P6 strongly preferred.
• Bachelors degree in engineering Construction Management Project Management or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience working with utilities grid operators regulatory agencies and major EPC contractors preferred.

We tailor each offer based on your unique skills experience location and market benchmarkswhile ensuring internal parity across our addition to competitive base pay total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.

At SB Energy we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility support and peace of mind. Full-time employees enjoy:

• 100% Company-Paid Medical Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Life AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Dependent Care Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
• Mental Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone Internet & Data
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
• Device Purchase Support

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