Senior Project Manager – PV & Battery Energy Storage Systems

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with Development to validate site feasibility, interconnection strategy, and BESS architecture (DC-coupled, AC-coupled, hybrid, standalone).
• Works with SVP to define short-term and long-term scalable processes.
• Lead delivery planning late-stage development through hand-off to OnM | AM, closeout; establish baseline schedules, risk registers, and commissioning plans.
• Plan and manage long-lead procurement (BESS enclosures, PCS/inverters, transformers, MV gear, EMS/SCADA, fire suppression).
• Collaborate with all stakeholders, internal and external. Interface with AHJs (planning, building, electrical, and fire) to obtain permits; develop repeatable playbooks for NFPA 855/IFC compliance and UL 9540/9540A pathways.
• Coordinate safety and quality programs; ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70/70E, and Pivot QA/QC standards.
• Develop BESS operating standards: templates, workflows, testing & cold and hot commissioning protocols (FAT, SAT, functional performance, capacity & duration tests).
• Integrate Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship (PWA) compliance workflows with Deloitte/ORCA and LCPtracker; maintain audit-ready records.
• Negotiate and/or support EPC contracts and change orders; implement DOA-aligned workflows with Legal, Finance, and Supply Chain.
• Track project controls in Procore and report performance in Power BI; drive P90 forecasting for NTP/MC/COD/SC milestones.
• Lead cross-functional issue resolution (interconnection, EMS controls, fire code interpretations, supply chain constraints).
• Own stakeholder communication plans; present status and risk mitigations to executives and partners.
• Ability to travel to project sites, AHJs, and vendor facilities.

Required Competencies

• 7+ years of utility-scale or C&I renewable energy project management, with 3+ years delivering BESS projects to COD.
• Proven experience coordinating with AHJs, including fire departments, and navigating NFPA 855/IFC permitting.
• Working knowledge of NEC Articles 480/690/706/705, UL 9540/9540A, UL 1973, IEEE 1547/1547, and utility interconnection standards.
• Demonstrated success managing EPCs, negotiating commercial terms, and overseeing long-lead procurement for storage components.
• Proficiency with Procore (project controls), Microsoft Project or P6 (scheduling), and Power BI (reporting).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Competencies

• IPP owner’s-rep experience delivering PV+BESS portfolios.
• Experience with EMS/DERMS integration, SCADA, DAS, and utility telemetry requirements.
• Familiarity with IRA PWA compliance systems (e.g., LCPtracker) and audit readiness.
• PE, PMP, DBIA, or equivalent credential.

Compensation & Benefits

The estimated base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000 depending on relevant experience, along with eligibility for the company’s substantial bonus plan, with a target bonus of 30% of annual salary (prorated in the first year based on start date). Compensation will be based on factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, certifications, skills, and experience.

Pivot Energy is dedicated to providing a great work experience for all employees, placing an emphasis on company culture and a focus on our people. To that end, Pivot offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:

• Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company
• Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations
• Company-paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage
• Generous parental leave
• 401(k) matching
• Home Office setup stipend for new employees
• Public transit reimbursement
• PTO for volunteering in the community
• Charitable donation matching up to $500/year
• Professional development and educational reimbursements

A complete list of all the benefits Pivot offers may be provided upon request.