Sr. Project Manager
New York, United States
Piper Maddox has partnered with a well-established independent power producer to identify a Senior Construction Project Manager to join their growing North America team. The company develops and owns assets in wind, solar, and energy storage, with a global portfolio spanning Canada, the UK, and the US. They are expanding in the US, and the team is in a growth phase with a large volume of hires expected. The company’s first utility-scale solar projects in the US include two sites (200 MW and 250 MW) located within 30 miles of each other. Construction is scheduled to continue through 2030, providing long-term project security. In addition, the business has 700–800 MW of pipeline in early- to mid-stage development in New York State, with additional projects in Pennsylvania and Illinois. The Senior Construction Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing one of the utility-scale solar projects through the construction phase. This role requires close collaboration with internal teams—including engineering, procurement, and project control—as well as external contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary project lead during construction, managing obligations and ensuring compliance with contracts and company standards.Oversee project schedules, budgets, and construction milestones from notice to proceed through commissioning and closeout.Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including site personnel, engineers, legal, finance, and external contractors.Facilitate permitting, approvals, and coordination with local, county, and state authorities.Ensure health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance on-site.Identify, communicate, and mitigate project risks to leadership.Support the transition of the project from construction to operations. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.Approximately 10 years of experience managing utility-scale solar projects, particularly during construction.Experience managing projects in the Northeast US is highly beneficial.Candidates may come from EPC or Developer backgrounds.Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work collaboratively across teams.Familiarity with project management software and construction scheduling tools is preferred.