EPC Project Controller

Savion is seeking an EPC Project Controller in Kansas City, MO, to manage scheduling, budgeting, and document control for large-scale renewable energy projects. The role involves preparing schedules, identifying risks, and coordinating with internal and external teams to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Savion emphasizes a supportive workplace culture with competitive pay and benefits, focusing on renewable energy project development.
Savion, a Shell Group portfolio company, is one of the largest, most technologically advanced utility-scale solar and energy storage project development companies in the United States. With a growing portfolio of more than 43.3 GW, Savion’s diverse team provides comprehensive services at each phase of renewable energy project development, from conception through construction. As part of this full-service model, Savion manages all aspects of development for customers, partners, and project host communities. Savion is committed to helping decarbonize the energy grid by replacing electric power generation with renewable sources and delivering cost-competitive electricity to the marketplace.

Our workplace culture attracts competitive, smart, and fun people. We are committed to the health, fitness, and work-life balance of our employees. Our employees are highly motivated, technically proficient, team-oriented, and committed to renewable energy. We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and offer highly competitive pay as well as exceptional above-market employee benefits. Balancing work and play is met with generous PTO allowances and 14.5 paid holidays per year.

Position Description

A key role within the Savion – Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) team focusing on the scheduling, budgeting, document control and execution of large-scale renewables projects, predominately Solar and BESS.

Savion seeks a highly analytical EPC Project Controller with passion for renewable energy to join the EPC division of the Savion team. The Project Controller will report to the Manager of Estimating, whilst also working closely with multiple parts of the overall EPC division and wider Savion business.

The position will have primary focus on the preparation, review, and active management and interrogation of the cost and schedule related dimensions of projects. The individual will operate extensively across the EPC division of the Savion team whilst also providing support to the wider business and externally as required.

Job Responsibilities
• Assist the Project Managers in preparing and developing schedules, cash flows, and document control processes of large-scale renewable projects
• Identify critical project risks and magnitude – proposing mitigatory actions and options
• Support and maintain build-up of cost database to support the estimating team
• Communicate and coordinate across broad spectrum of internal project team – ensure consistency and currency of information
• Liaise with project development teams to drive and coordinate earlier execution functions and cost accounting efforts
• Liaise and coordinate with internal team members, external suppliers, and contractors to ensure schedule and KPI’s are being met ensuring projects stay within budget and deliver on time
• Support and assist with interface management between internal and external parties including consultants and contractors
• Review and monitor contractors progress against schedule and ensure key project milestones are being achieved and reported
• Responsible for monthly and weekly project reports for distribution to wider audiences; to include Cost Management Reports, Risk Management Reports, etc.
• Manage and Coordinate Financial Efforts for Approvals
• Manage owner supplied equipment, logistics and storage costs
• Implement and continuously improve budget systems and tools

Required Qualifications
• 2+ Years of Project Controls and/or Scheduler Experience preferably within Renewables sector
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field
• Experience with project schedules, budgeting, and processes
• MS Office knowledge and experience specifically advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Tenacity, persistence, and determination to succeed
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, report writing, and presentation skills
• Excellent personal organization and time management skills
• Experience of writing technical specifications
• Ability to communicate effectively with Savion management and with contractors
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines

Compensation And Benefits
• Title and compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Vacation and holidays: Paid time off plus 14.5 paid company holidays
• Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; life insurance; 401(k)
• Savion offers a culture that embraces “flex-time” schedule to maximize both productivity and work-life balance

Contact Information

Please send a resume and cover letter to: jobs@savionenergy.com

Savion is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees. All employment decisions are based upon job requirements, qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is the policy and practice of Savion to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, including transgender status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or status in any group protected by state or local law.