Job Description: Manager, Project Management

Position Summary

The Manager of Project Management is responsible for leading the execution of a portfolio of EV charging station construction projects, ensuring their delivery within contracted schedules and budgets. This role is highly execution-oriented, requiring a results-driven leader with deep expertise in project financials, cash flow forecasting, schedule management, and variance analysis.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with experience in construction, preferably in industries such as renewable energy, distributed generation, or EV charging infrastructure. As a player/coach, the Manager of Project Management will manage projects as needed while also leading and mentoring a team of project managers and support staff. Success in this role requires strong leadership, a hands-on approach, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

Responsibilities

Project Execution & Financial Oversight:

• Drive the execution of a portfolio of EV charging station construction projects with a focus on financial performance, schedule adherence, and cash flow accuracy.
• Develop, implement, and oversee project financial budgets and schedules, ensuring alignment between forecasts and actuals.
• Lead budget and schedule variance analysis, identifying root causes and driving corrective actions.
• Manage cost controls through detailed planning, vendor negotiations, resource optimization, and proactive risk mitigation.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of project managers and support staff, ensuring high performance and accountability.
• Facilitate the adoption of new processes, tools, and performance guidelines to improve project delivery.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by incorporating lessons learned and implementing enhancements to project execution processes.

Project Delivery:

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to create and manage project schedules and milestones.
• Identify and mitigate risks, troubleshoot challenges, and remove barriers to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in scope.
• Oversee stakeholder communication, ensuring consistent and transparent updates to customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and industry regulations, standards, and best practices.

Financial Reporting & Documentation:

• Create and manage project cash flow and milestone payment forecasts, aligning them with funding program requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project information in project management software.
• Oversee project documentation to ensure key records are captured, organized, and stored throughout the project lifecycle.
• Analyze and report on project financial health, providing actionable recommendations to optimize results.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as a liaison between the company, customers, and vendors, addressing questions, concerns, and complaints in a timely manner.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality, reliable project outcomes.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• 7-10 years of relevant work experience as a project manager in construction or energy sectors.
• Deep knowledge of construction best practices, project management methodologies, and financial management principles.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale construction projects, with a focus on schedule and budget performance.
• Exceptional analytical skills, with expertise in variance analysis and risk management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management software tools.

Preferred:

• Experience with Smartsheet and/or SiteTracker.
• Experience in renewable energy, distributed generation, or EV charging infrastructure projects.
• Track record of implementing process improvements and leading organizational change.
• Hands-on experience managing and optimizing project cash flow forecasts.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to review and facilitate technical deliverables.

Key Attributes:

• Execution-oriented with a results-driven mindset.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Collaborative and action-oriented, with the ability to drive projects to successful completion.