Sr Manager, Solar Project Manager

RWE Americas, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area:

Project Management; Power Plants; Project Development

Remuneration:

Exempt

The

Senior Manager, Solar Project Manager

leads the execution of assigned energy generation projects including construction, safety, quality, schedule, contractor(s) scope and budget.

Role Responsibilities:

- Manage the execution of assigned project/projects within the established schedule and budgetary constraints and in compliance with safety, reliability, technical quality and regulatory requirements

- Proactively manage the execution of project contracts including review and approval of change orders and invoices

- Coordinate project expectations, workflows and communications across multiple departments and Stakeholders, internal or external, to ensure overall compliance with the project objectives, contracts, budgets and schedules

- Perform Quality Analysis/Quality Control of key deliverables related to projects and tasks managed

- Identify, report and manage project risks. Facilitate collaboration with the appropriate project Stakeholders to develop mitigation plans

- Build the project site team and provide the appropriate direction to accomplish project goals and objectives

- Maintain appropriate communication with senior management and all project groups and functions within and outside the company. Manage progress status reporting, as required

- Ensure the highest level of environmental health and safety on assigned energy project/projects

Job Requirements and Experience:

- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a construction-related field from an accredited university preferred

- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or Professional Engineer (PE) is a plus

- Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience; 5 years of progressive project management experience

- Experience in the power generation field is preferred. Oil and Gas experience will be considered

- Construction field experience is preferred

- Able to travel 25% to 50% of the time

- Has a valid US driver’s license

- Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships

- Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams

- Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines

- Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables

- Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team

- Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities

- Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate and lead people from a diverse set of backgrounds

- Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable

- Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts

- This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations

- Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range:

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $160,000 - $205,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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Contact HR:

rwe_americas_recruiting@rwe.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.