Convergent Energy and Power · 3 hours ago
Senior Project Manager I, Land Development
United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expConvergent Energy and Power is focused on making the electrical grid cleaner and more reliable through energy storage solutions. The Senior Project Manager I, Land Development will support the development of energy storage and solar-plus-storage projects by overseeing site due diligence, permitting, and community relations, while coordinating with various stakeholders and managing project timelines.
ConstructionEnergyOil and Gas
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support projects with internal stakeholders and external vendors through critical stages, including feasibility scoping, due diligence, permitting, budget and schedule development, and subcontractor/vendor agreement execution
Assist with all aspects of the project land development process and drive projects to their successful completion
Coordinate site due diligence activities, including gathering and analyzing technical data to assess site feasibility
Manage external consultants performing site studies, environmental reviews, and other technical evaluations
Review civil and environmental related studies and documents prepared by external consultants
Coordinate site walks, zoning/bylaws reviews, attend meetings with the state agencies, towns and other stakeholders, as well as present to planning/zoning boards, state and federal agencies
Travel as necessary to attend public meetings, with consultants and attorneys, to represent Convergent and each project by acting as the company's representative and subject matter expert
Understand state and local land-use permitting requirements associated with new market entry
Manage the preparation and submission of permitting applications and track progress through approval
Monitor deadlines and coordinate efforts across team members to keep tasks aligned with the project schedule
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to coordinate development activities, communicate progress, and efficiently hand off entitled projects
Develop project management skills including critical thinking, problem-solving, negotiation, cross-functional team management, effective communication, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management
Collaborate with senior team members to engage local stakeholders, including community members, government officials, and other key parties
Work closely with senior managers, other project managers, and cross-functional departments (e.g., engineering, and legal teams) to ensure smooth project execution
Take ownership of specific tasks or phases of the development process, ensuring they are completed on time and meet quality standards
Provide regular updates and status reports to senior team members, ensuring transparency and alignment across teams
Manage personal bandwidth and tasks and communicate effectively when experiencing constraints
Prepare reports and documentation as needed for internal stakeholders
Monitor project progress by maintaining project documentation, tracking task completion and scheduling, and ensuring proper filing of project documents
Maintain organized records of project-related documents
Schedule and coordinate meetings with consultants, internal and external stakeholders
Assist in managing consultants and vendor contracts, including invoice tracking and payments
As needed, hold meetings with external consultants regarding scope of work simplification, cost reduction, and preferred vendor fee discount arrangements
Communicate on a regular basis with manager and team members, including in-person meetings held at the NYC headquarters as needed to foster strong collaboration amongst the Development team
Assist in the evaluation and selection of consultants and service providers including title insurance, due diligence and permitting consultants, surveyors, and outside counsel
Hold external consultants to general norms of quality of work performed
Hold periodic project progress meetings with external consultants to track progress and any changes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, geosciences, or other degree relevant to land development, renewable energy, or project management with a strong academic record
Minimum five years of related experience in commercial land development, engineering, construction, project management, or related field. Proven project management skills, including cross-functional team management, due diligence, entitlements, budgeting, and scheduling
Demonstrated ability to work with a close-knit team environment comprised of multiple technical abilities and knowledge levels
Advanced knowledge of land use planning, zoning, and permitting processes
Strong organizational and communication skills to manage multiple tasks and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to review and interpret technical reports and recommend next steps under supervision
Advanced proficiency in managing project timelines and deliverables with attention to detail
Skillset to make day-to-day decisions autonomously while being responsible for managing projects in various stages of development
Effectively manage responsibilities with limited oversight on day-to-day tasks
Advanced experience working with teams across departments such as engineering, legal, and finance to align project objectives and timelines
Ability to coordinate with senior leadership and project management staff for updates and decision-making
Proven experience engaging with external consultants (e.g., environmental, engineering, or land-use professionals) to ensure deliverables meet project needs
Advanced experience with managing relationships with permitting agencies, local governments, and community stakeholders
As applicable, this role may involve physical activity, including but not limited to standing, walking, or lifting up to 50 lbs
Alignment with Convergent's mission, values and a strong interest in the Clean Energy Transition
30% travel expected to progress project entitlements, including pre-application, municipal, or pre-construction meetings and for team events and company-wide meetings. Travel to remote sites may be required, which could involve driving or air travel
Preferred
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, Prospect, Bluebeam, and Procore
Smartsheet experience
Project Management Professional certification
Adept at problem solving
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Exceptional planning and organizational skills
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer days
401K with an employer safe harbor match
Special Vendor Discounts on programs for:
Identity theft and fraud prevention
Company
Convergent Energy and Power
Convergent Energy + Power is a technology-neutral energy storage asset developer
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$734.5MKey Investors
NY Green BankUS Department of EnergyMitsubishi UFJ Financial Group
2025-12-03Debt Financing
2025-01-17Debt Financing· $584.5M
2024-12-10Debt Financing· $150M
Leadership Team
Frank Genova
Co-CEO
Johannes Rittershausen
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
Recent News
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2025-12-10
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2025-12-03
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