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Capital Project Manager

Dexian, Detroit, MI, United States


Job Title
Construction Project Manager

Compensation and Duration

Max PR: $80-$90/hr

Duration: 2 years

Location: Detroit, Michigan 48226

Summary
Responsible for the design and construction and/or commissioning of intermediate to large‑size capital renewable projects. May be asked to train and mentor more associate project managers. Uses formal project management methods to coordinate project team activities including defining the scope of work, scheduling, estimating and engineering. Manage costs and change control procedures and ensure project close‑out and documentation processes are complete. Types of projects include solar, wind, and energy storage, with hands‑on construction assignments in collaboration with multiple internal and external stakeholders. Span of control: this is an individual contributor job.

Key Accountabilities

Develop renewable energy project scope and coordinate a team of specialists who provide project schedule, cost estimates and engineering specifications for capital projects.

Ensure the completion of engineering, design, installation, testing, commissioning into service and project closeout.

Responsible for renewable project expenditures and cost‑effective procurement of labor, equipment and materials: coordinate with authorized company representatives in conducting bid meetings and reviews, supplier selections and evaluations; determine contracting strategy congruent with labor utilization strategies.

Support daily management of on‑site construction activities, working with contractors and service providers, ensuring timely completion of work within approved budget.

Meet key performance metrics including scope, schedule and budget for projects/programs.

Act as main point of contact to provide updates on project statuses to all stakeholders and engage appropriate stakeholders in decisions to ensure a clear understanding of direction and expectations.

Serve as the main liaison with internal organizations, plants, suppliers, trade labor organizations (unions), etc.; may support contract administration services for blanket orders or other subcontractors and vendors.

Evaluate conditions and consult on solutions to control project risk.

Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.

Identify and obtain regulatory approval for the construction and operation of new renewable energy projects required.

Mentor and train more associate level project managers, project engineers, and/or co‑op students.

Education & Experience Requirements

Master's or bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, construction management, project management, or business/management and 6 years of project management experience inclusive of 2 years with large‑scale construction or utility project related experience, with 6 months of project management experience in wind, solar, and energy storage capital projects.

Associate degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture/technical design, project management, business/management, construction management, or construction technology and 8 years of related project management experience inclusive of 2 years with large‑scale construction or utility project related experience, with 6 months of project management experience in wind, solar, and energy storage capital projects.

High school diploma or equivalent and 10 years of related project management experience inclusive of 2 years with large‑scale construction or utility project related experience, with 6 months of project management experience in wind, solar, and energy storage capital projects.

Other Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Renewable or utility experience.

Large‑scale construction experience.

Required

Master's or bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, construction management, project management.

6 years of project management experience inclusive of 2 years with large‑scale construction.

6 years of utility project related experience, with 6 months of project management experience in wind, solar, and energy storage capital projects.

Candidate has 3+ years of experience in substations.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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