CIM Group · 7 hours ago
Development Project Manager (Technical) - Utility Scale Solar & BESS
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$120K/yr - $160K/yr
3+ years expCIM Group is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure company seeking a Development Project Manager to support their infrastructure development team. The role involves technical project management of utility scale solar PV and battery energy storage systems projects from early development through to commercial operations.
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Responsibilities
Support with management of development and construction of utility-scale solar and BESS projects from initial concept to commercial operation and close out
Manage external technical stakeholders such as 3rd party engineers, consultants, utilities and permitting authorities to ensure project viability and resolve technical issues for solar photovoltaic (PV) projects and BESS projects
Prepare and tracks budget related to assigned projects
Tracks project milestones in collaboration with the construction team and ensures milestones are met on time by notifying Development Lead of potential impacts
Oversee technical aspects of interconnection, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and O&M transition
Manage technical specifications and evaluate technology options for both PV & Storage components from initial sitting through commercial operation
Support with execution and management of all contracts (e.g. EPC Contracts, BESS, Module, O&M, LTSA, etc.)
Assist in managing the deliverables outlined within the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Interconnection Agreement (IA), CA ISO New Resource Implementation Process, etc
Provide support in securing the appropriate approvals, certifications, permits, etc. from city and other government agencies as required
Lead review of EPC drawing packages and commissioning documents, interconnection documents, contract exhibits and relevant technical materials
Lead coordination with the Independent Engineer (IE)
Support with managing the EPC’s deliverables
Support construction team with technical reviews and coordination with external engineering resources
Manage all RFI’s, submittals and other relevant documentation
Maintain detailed libraries of major PV components and technologies, including solar modules, PV inverters, racking structures, and BESS
Provide technical support to operations team with equipment specifications and their operating parameters
Prepare technical feedback / lessons learned from operating assets to improve future designs and contract specifications
Support development and financing/investment team members with review and oversight of 3rd party revenue models like Aurora, Guidehouse, ICF, etc
Support the Investment Deal Team(s) with technical diligence and feasibility analysis of potential acquisitions and/or new business plans
Oversees Analysts' and Project Coordinators' work activities related to projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering /related field and equivalent work experience in Utility Scale Solar and/or BESS projects
3-5 years of prior experience in technical project management in utility scale Solar and/or BESS
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrated proficiency in using Project Management software including but not limited to BlueBeam, Microsoft Project, etc
Understanding of relevant products and their specifications including but not limited to PV modules, BESS systems, transformers, Inverters, Trackers, Substation components, etc
Thorough understanding of execution sequence of development of utility scale solar and BESS projects
Working knowledge of utility scale solar construction practices (racking systems, inverters, batteries, substations, gen-tie, electrical design concepts, etc.)
Working knowledge of construction sequencing and critical path schedule
Preferred
Prior experience in California ISO (CAISO) & greater WECC preferred
Prior experience working for an independent power producer (IPP) or late-stage developer is preferred
Benefits
A variety of Medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Company paid life and disability insurance
401(k) savings plan, with company match
Comprehensive paid time off, including: vacation days, 10 designated holidays, sick time, and bereavement leave
Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off
Up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Ongoing professional development programs
Wellness program, including monthly and quarterly prizes
And more!
Company
CIM Group
CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender and developer.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$47.5M2023-11-27Debt Financing· $47.5M
2021-05-15Undisclosed
Leadership Team
Bernard Ryan
Managing Director, Head of Insurance Solutions
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