Director of Project Management – Clean Energy

Full-time | Stamford, CT

About the Opportunity

A national clean energy leader is seeking a Director of Project Management to oversee the delivery of solar and energy optimization projects across a fast-growing portfolio. The company develops, owns, and operates distributed renewable energy assets nationwide and is backed by strong institutional partners. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a mission-driven, well-capitalized organization.

The Role

The Director of Project Management will guide projects from planning through completion, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget execution. You’ll lead a team of Project Managers and collaborate with Engineering, Construction, Energy Optimization, and senior leadership to drive successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

Develop project plans covering scope, schedule, resources, and budget.
Drive execution and meet critical milestones across multiple projects.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
Monitor performance, mitigate risks, and maintain project documentation.

Team Leadership

Lead and mentor a team of Project Managers.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
Conduct performance reviews and support ongoing development.

Stakeholder & Financial Management

Maintain strong relationships with contractors, clients, and regulators.
Communicate project status and challenges to stakeholders.
Manage project budgets, expenditures, and financial reporting.
Identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities.

Quality Assurance

Implement quality control processes and conduct site visits.
Ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
Address and resolve quality issues promptly.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or similar (Master’s preferred).
10+ years of project management experience, including 5+ years in a solar/renewables leadership role.
Proven success managing large commercial or industrial solar projects.
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Proficiency with PM tools (MS Project, Primavera, etc.).

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Health & dental insurance (100% of standard plan premium paid)
401(k) participation
Company-paid cell phone plan
Free office lunch & gym membership
Two monthly WFH days
Equal opportunity employer

OP Renewables

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