Construction Project Manager
Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy Projects
Contract to Perm
Pay Rate: $50-55/hr (negotiable based on experience)
Overview
We are seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead energy efficiency and clean energy capital projects across a large facilities portfolio. This role oversees performance-based energy projects from planning through execution and post-installation performance tracking. The position partners closely with engineering consultants, ESCO partners, utilities, and internal stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned with long-term sustainability goals.
This role is ideal for a project manager who understands both construction delivery and energy performance accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage energy performance contract projects, including HVAC, lighting, and building controls upgrades
- Oversee ESCO partners to ensure scope, schedule, and savings commitments are met
- Lead project planning, budgeting, execution, and closeout activities
- Own measurement and verification processes and reporting
- Track and document energy savings against contractual guarantees
- Coordinate renewable energy, solar, EV charging, and electrification initiatives
- Partner with utilities on infrastructure and interconnection requirements
- Support grant-funded and incentive-backed projects with compliance and reporting
- Evaluate funding, rebate, and clean energy financing opportunities
- Collaborate with internal departments and external consultants throughout delivery
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, energy management, or a related field
- Experience managing energy efficiency or infrastructure projects across large facilities portfolios
- Working knowledge of energy performance contracting models
- Experience with HVAC, lighting, controls, or energy infrastructure projects
- Strong vendor management and stakeholder coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Experience with renewable energy or electrification projects
- Public sector or institutional facilities experience
Work Environment
- Combination of office and active project sites
- Collaboration with engineering firms, ESCOs, and utility providers
- Long-term capital projects with performance accountability
- Fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent initiatives
What Success Looks Like
- Projects delivered on time and within budget
- Contracted energy savings achieved and documented
- Strong relationships with vendors and internal teams
- Clear, accurate reporting on performance and outcomes
Why This Role
- Work on high-impact energy and sustainability projects
- Exposure to large-scale infrastructure investments
- Opportunity to convert to a long-term role
- Meaningful contribution to reduced energy use and operating costs
