Pacifico Energy Group · 1 month ago
Senior Director of EPC
San Juan Capistrano, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expPacifico Energy Group (PEG) is a privately held investment company focused on renewable energy development. The Senior Director of Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) will lead a team in developing renewable energy projects, overseeing engineering aspects, and ensuring efficient implementation of technologies.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Lead a team of engineers in the front-end design and detailed engineering phases of renewable energy, mainly photovoltaic (PV) solar and Battery Storage Systems (BESS) power projects
Collaborate with the Development and Finance teams to assess the cost of new technologies and their feasibility
Conduct value engineering analysis on photovoltaic (PV) and BESS systems to optimize costs and increase energy yield
Provide support to the Construction and Asset Management teams by addressing engineering-related issues and offering technical expertise
Manage external technical consultants engaged in various project activities, ensuring their deliverables align with project requirements
Prepare bidding packages and request for quotations (RFQs) to engage with potential contractors and suppliers
Review and analyze invoices and quotes received from contractors, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contractual agreements
Establish and maintain relationships with leading Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) companies in the renewable energy (solar and BESS) market
Oversee the EPC bidding process, including analysis, evaluation, and selection of contractors based on technical and commercial criteria
Conduct technical and commercial negotiations with EPC contractors to achieve favorable project outcomes
Prepare the initial draft of EPC agreements and related exhibits, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements
Supervise construction activities via project managers, superintendents and field staff, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with design
Hire and allocate responsibilities to subcontractors and internal teams
Monitor resource needs (manpower, equipment, materials) and maintain inventory levels
Identify project risks across schedule, permitting, supply chain, and constructability, and develop mitigation strategies
Collaborate cross-functionally with development, finance, legal, engineering, and external parties (utilities, OEMs, contractors)
Maintain accurate project documentation including meeting minutes, daily reports, schedules, and financial trackers
Provide senior leadership with comprehensive updates on project health, progress, risks, and mitigation plans
Prepare turnover packages to transition projects from development to execution, and to operations seamlessly
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)
15+ years of proven experience in building and leading engineering teams, specifically in the design and development and construction of renewable energy projects, with a focus on solar and BESS
In-depth knowledge of renewable energy technologies, industry standards, and best practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess the cost and feasibility of new technologies
Experience in value engineering techniques to optimize costs and improve energy yield
Experience in project engineering management
Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Experience in project controls during the construction phase, ensuring project execution within contractual budgets and timelines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage external stakeholders
Experience in managing external consultants and subcontractors
Familiarity with the renewable energy market and established relationships with leading technology providers and contractors
Demonstrated negotiation skills with the ability to drive favorable outcomes in technical and commercial discussions
Strong drafting and contract review skills, with experience in preparing EPC agreements and related exhibits
Preferred
PMP certificate would be a plus
Company
Pacifico Energy Group
The Pacifico Energy Group (“PEG”) is the energy-arm of the Pacifico Group, a privately held investment firm that seeds and manages real asset-based companies.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael Norton, CPA, CFP®
Chief Financial Officer
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