Solar Project Manager

Westinghouse Electric Company is hiring a Solar Project Manager for a 6-month contract in Reno, NV, requiring travel. The role involves managing solar projects, ensuring safety and compliance, and overseeing project phases from development to operation. Candidates should have a BS degree and 7+ years of industry experience, including project management. The position emphasizes effective communication and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Solar Project Manager - 6-Month Contract

Richmond, VA - This position will require traveling

Per diem and mob/demob is being offered.

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

Your Day-to-Day:

Seeking a solar utility experienced project manager to manage and coordinate a number of solar projects for a fleet of solar generation sites including many medium voltage transformer projects, will need to coordinate site support for acceptance of the deliveries and long-term storage, including construction pads and/or containment as needed.

Job Summary:

The Project Manager position leads and supports the execution of capital projects. Experience required with major power plants and equipment including but not limited to turbines, generators, pumps, motors, control systems, electrical/instrumentation, operations, and other balance-of-plant systems.

Candidates must be highly motivated, be able to work with minimum supervision, and have effective communication skills. Candidates must be able to qualify for work in the field including confined space, climbing stairs and ladders, wearing a respirator, etc.

Responsibilities:
• Ensure all projects are executed with Safety and Environmental Compliance as the primary focus of all personnel supporting his/her projects.
• Manage or support specific phases of major projects including project development support, site development, permitting support (air, water, state, local, etc.), scope development, major contract negotiations (equipment, engineering, EPC, etc), engineering, procurement, and construction contracts, construction activities, commissioning and transition to operation.
• Manages all phases of smaller improvement projects including permitting, contract negotiations, engineering contracts, construction contracts, construction activities and commissioning.
• Develops and manages overall project budget and schedule for major and smaller projects.
• Manage the approved project financial spend plan and cost forecast, making decisions to meet project financial goals.
• Manage contracts / commercial aspects of the project with Dominion's suppliers and contractors.
• Utilize the PM Tollgate process to manage the various stages of the project.
• Manage all project related administrative requirements as per PM process.

Who Are You:
• BS degree in Engineering, Business or Construction Management preferred
• 7+ years of industry experience in the field of construction, engineering, and/or management with a minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in project management.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in project management, relevant technologies, and leadership in the assigned project areas.
• Working knowledge of power generation and pollution control equipment. General knowledge of construction and operational field work practices, equipment utilization and work component scheduling.
• Familiarity with OSHA scaffolding requirements and industry safety practices.
• Strong team building skills, demonstrated skill and ability in effectively leading teams to achieve project goals and milestones.
• Demonstrates skill in planning, organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work to meet construction deadlines.
• Demonstrated capability in handling multiple distinct projects at one time.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation capabilities.
• Ability to develop, manage and monitor project performance to ensure results meet project requirements and schedules.
• Ability to coordinate the resolution of technical problems and implement changes.<br>• Ability to work and develop rapport with all levels of management and staff.
• Ability to represent the project and the company in public forums.
• Skilled in problem solving, attention to detail. Skilled in comparing construction specifications and material requirements to physical and material work products.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting manuals, technical instructions and drawings, with an ability to accurately prepare brief written reports.
• Skilled in use of personal computer and Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services provides customer-focused solutions with offerings ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best-in-class customer service to both our clients and our employees each day.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

EOE of Minorities / Females / Vets / Disability.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

EOE of Minorities / Females / Vets / Disability.

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