Project Manager, Field Operations (Lighting)

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Budderfly is a fast-growing, private equity-backed energy management company that is helping the planet by reducing carbon emissions for small to medium sized enterprises. We are the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints such as restaurant chains, assisted living facilities, retail franchises, and more. By installing and managing a combination of patented technologies, equipment upgrades, and proprietary energy software solutions, we deliver energy savings with no investment required from our customers.

Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2025 and featured on the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest-Growing Companies for four consecutive years, Budderfly is driving real impact at scale.

We are an energetic, dynamic and dedicated team working together to make a positive impact on the environment while providing an excellent customer experience. We are growing quickly and looking to add talented people who are passionate about making the world a better place!

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our Field Operations team, with a primary focus on lighting conservation initiatives.

In this role, you will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of lighting efficiency projects, including LED retrofits, occupancy sensors, and lighting control systems. You'll work closely with subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This position demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proven experience managing field installations. The Project Manager may also support additional energy-saving efforts, such as water conservation projects, contributing to broader sustainability and resource management goals.

Why this Role is Important:

This role is essential for implementing energy-efficient lighting solutions, helping organizations reduce energy costs, lower their carbon footprint, and meet sustainability goals. By overseeing projects like LED retrofits and smart lighting controls, the Project Manager directly contributes to both environmental impact and operational savings.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee contractor-led installations of lighting and other energy conservation measures, ensuring all work meets company standards for quality and safety, stays on schedule, and is delivered within budget across complex, multisite projects nationwide.

- Work closely with contractors to forecast and schedule lighting installations, ensuring timely execution and alignment with project timelines and resource availability.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, fostering effective communication, collaboration, and accountability throughout the project execution.

- Monitor contractor performance by evaluating their adherence to project schedules, budget constraints, and quality expectations, and provide feedback and guidance as necessary.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, incentives, procurement, fulfillment, and installs support, to ensure seamless project delivery.

- Identify and mitigate risks and obstacles that may impact project timelines or quality, implementing corrective actions as needed.

- Proactively communicate project status, updates, and potential delays to internal stakeholders and customers, maintaining strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service.

- Collaborate with Fulfillment and Procurement to manage the Bill of Materials (BOM) for each lighting project, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of materials to contractors.

- Coordinate with Fulfillment/Procurement to resolve any issues related to material availability, quality, or delivery, ensuring timely resolutions to maintain project momentum.

- Maintain accurate inventory records, tracking all project-related materials, ensuring proper documentation of usage, storage, and replenishment to prevent shortages and avoid project delays.

- Ensure that all project documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date, including project plans, progress reports, change orders, and closeout documentation.

Desired Skills and Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

- 3-5 years in project management or field experience required.

- Facilities management/building engineer experience preferred.

- Proven experience in project management, preferably in lighting or related industries.

- Experience managing subcontractors overseeing lighting, electrical, or construction projects.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Computer system experience preferred.

- Hybrid (Shelton, CT area) or remote, depending on location.

Compensation is based on factors including level of experience, skillset, qualifications, and location.

What We Offer:

- Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing, supportive company environment

- Competitive pay

- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vison, 401K, life insurance, and disability insurance

- Opportunity to work as part of a team that values its members and works together to achieve positive change.

Budderfly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status, and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

We welcome all job seekers, including those with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company's career web page as a result of your disability.