Project Manager, Solar PV Due Diligence

UL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, and they are seeking a Project Manager for their Solar PV Due Diligence team. The role involves managing and executing engineering and advisory services for solar PV projects to support financing, sales, or acquisitions.

Responsibilities:

• Manage high profile Independent Engineering, Owner’s Engineering and Technical Advisory projects for project financing, tax equity, sales and acquisitions of Solar PV and portfolios
• Reviews of commercial and technical contracts, project schedule, project financial model, CAPEX and OPEX costs, site visits and construction monitoring
• Compile and complete IE, OE and TA reports and summarize key results and conclusions. Ensure a quality of work that meets and exceeds client expectations
• Manage project schedules, risk tracking and document control for key engineering reviews
• Support technical review and approval of EPC submittals, change orders, and interface management across multiple workstreams
• Lead coordination between client, Independent Engineer, EPC contractor and internal technical teams to ensure timely delivery of Owner’s Engineering deliverables
• Prepare proposals detailing scope of work, team, budget and schedule for completion
• Ensure project deliverables stay on time, on target, and on budget
• Work with lenders and developers as the main client interface for UL. Attending client meetings with lenders and developers as needed
• Engage clients and internal staff to develop creative solutions to meet client needs; provide exceptional customer service with a focus on growing client relationships
• Prepare communication plan and related project status reports
• Facilitate and lead regular status meetings with internal project team, sponsors, and stakeholders
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to identify project risks, barriers, and issues and propose possible solutions and mitigation strategies
• Ensure the use of best practices and apply lessons learned from previous projects
• Represent UL at conferences and business development meetings

Requirements:

• At least 3- 5 years of experience as a project manager in renewable energy which may include wind, solar and/or energy storage due diligence, project development, Owner's Engineering, construction, equipment supply, operation or mergers and acquisitions
• Experience of working in fast paced environment to support project financial close with lenders and investors
• Experience in reviewing financial model is highly desired
• At least bachelors-level education and core competence in a relevant field, e.g., mechanical, civil or electrical engineering, construction management, operations and maintenance, commercial, legal, finance
• Strong written and communication skills along with client facing experience
• Ability to work in a team environment and successfully manage multiple complex projects