Associate Manager, Project Management

TerraForm Power seeks an Associate Manager, Project Management to oversee utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar and wind. This full-time role involves managing project scope, schedule, and budget, coordinating with contractors and teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 4-7 years of project management experience. The position is remote, with a preference for candidates in the Mid-Atlantic/Southeast regions.
Associate Manager, Project Management

Job Type: Exempt, Full-Time

Location: New York, NY | Charlottesville, VA | Remote (Mid-Atlantic / Southeast Regions preferred)

Reports To: Director, Project Management

Department: Operations - Project Delivery

About Us

TerraForm Power ("TERP"), a platform company of Brookfield Renewable, attracts high-performing individuals who are driven to make an impact in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We offer unparalleled opportunity to lead and manage one of the largest renewable energy businesses with decades of history, while contributing to the global need for sustainable energy.

We offer tremendous growth opportunity for individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset. The company is committed to employee development, encouraging curiosity, ownership, and continuous learning. You'll be empowered to take initiative, contribute ideas, and grow your career within a supportive and ambitious organization.

Job Summary

TerraForm Power is seeking an Associate Manager, Project Management (PM) to directly manage and deliver assigned utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems.

This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports, responsible for independently managing assigned projects with accountability for end-to-end project delivery, including scope, schedule, budget, and contractor performance. The role operates with a high degree of autonomy, with escalation support and strategic guidance provided by the Director of Project Management as needed.

Key Responsibilities
• Independently manage the full lifecycle of assigned projects from late-stage development through construction and commercial operation (COD).
• Own and manage project scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring alignment with approved project baselines.
• Lead day-to-day coordination with EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, consultants, and internal cross-functional teams.
• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules, cost reports, forecasts, risk registers, and key project controls.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to internal stakeholders, including schedule performance, budget status, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Administer EPC and major project contracts, including change order evaluation, invoice review and approval, claims support, and document control.
• Proactively identify project risks and issues, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate items to the Director as appropriate.
• Lead project meetings, including contractor progress meetings, internal coordination calls, and site meetings.
• Coordinate commissioning, testing, and handoff activities with operations and asset management teams.
• Ensure contractor compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including lessons learned and process enhancements.

Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in project management within construction, infrastructure, or renewable energy sectors.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing project delivery, including accountability for schedule, cost, and contractor performance.
• Strong working knowledge of EPC contracts, construction sequencing, and project controls.
• Experience with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera P6, Procore, etc.).
• Strong financial and analytical skills, including cost tracking, forecasting, and change management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Monthly travel to project sites for monthly construction meeting during the course of the project. In additional trips to Charlottsville, VA / NYC as needed.

Compensation: $115,000 - $136,000 USD; bonus eligible

A note to Recruiting Agencies, TerraForm Power Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of TerraForm Power and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.

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