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11 Mar 2025
Our parent company, LHi Group, releases the 2024 Impact & Sustainability Report

At Piper Maddox, we are proud to be part of LHi Group, a global specialist in talent solutions, and even prouder to share that our parent company has just released its first-ever Impact & Sustainability Report, an exciting milestone that reflects our collective commitment to a more sustainable future. A Year of Progress: Sustainability and Social Responsibility in 2024 For those of us working in clean energy and clean tech recruitment, sustainability is more than just a corporate initiative, it’s at the heart of everything we do. That’s why LHi’s 2024 Impact & Sustainability Report is particularly meaningful. It showcases the group’s outstanding achievements across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments, diversity and inclusion efforts, and responsible business growth. Key highlights from the report include: Record-breaking fundraising efforts: LHi Group raised an incredible £26,894 for charitable causes, reinforcing our culture of giving back and driving social impact. Strengthening diversity & inclusion: LHi-IN, our dedicated DEI initiative, expanded to include eight thriving communities, providing a platform for employees to engage, learn, and drive meaningful change. A focus on sustainability: LHi continues to integrate ESG into business decisions, from internal policies to industry partnerships, ensuring we contribute to a cleaner, greener future. Empowering women in leadership: The launch of the Women’s Sales Board marked a major step toward achieving 50/50 gender representation in leadership within five years. Technology-driven impact: AI-powered recruitment solutions enhance our ability to connect top talent with organisations making a difference in clean energy and beyond. What this means for Clean Energy talent solutions For us at Piper Maddox, this report reaffirms our mission: To power the clean energy transition by connecting the best talent with the companies leading the charge. With LHi doubling down on ESG commitments and sustainable recruitment, we are better positioned than ever to support clients and candidates who share our passion for a net-zero future. As we step into 2025, we are excited to align with LHi’s key strategic goals: Expanding sustainable recruitment practices to ensure we place candidates in roles that drive real environmental impact. Enhancing AI-driven hiring solutions to streamline the recruitment process and deliver even greater value to clients and candidates. Growing our presence in high-demand clean energy and clean tech markets, particularly in North America, where investment in renewables and grid transformation is accelerating. Looking Ahead The release of LHi Group’s Impact Report is more than just a reflection on the past, it’s a commitment to the future. At Piper Maddox, we are proud to be part of an organisation that prioritises sustainability, DEI, and responsible business practices. We invite our clients, candidates, and industry partners to explore the full LHi Group Impact & Sustainability Report.

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Sr. Project Manager
$150k - 160k per year
Renewable Energy
US
New York, United States
Permanent
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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.
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