Senior Manager of Execution Engineering
Salt Lake City, UT / Lake Oswego, OR / Dana Point, CA / Washington, District of Columbia
EPC /
Full time, Exempt /
Hybrid
Do you have experience managing the design and engineering of large, utility-scale, solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage (BESS) projects in late-stage development, execution, construction, and operation? Do you have a desire to work for a people-first company that is rapidly growing? Do you possess exceptional organizational, communication & influencing skills? And do you believe that collaboration, accountability, and having fun ought to be key elements of your job? If you answer yes, read further & consider applying for our Senior Manager of Execution Engineering role. This is a hybrid position, and we are seeking candidates who will work out of our Salt Lake City, UT, Portland, OR, Washington DC or Dana Point, CA locations.
What you will do:
The Senior Manager will work as an individual contributor alongside the Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) team members. Specific duties will include:
Project Execution:
-Develop scopes of work and technical contract exhibits.
-Seek and evaluate proposals for Owner’s engineering services.
-Manage engineering consultants and Engineering Procurement & Construction (EPC) contractors to develop construction drawings and support materials.
-Support the EPC Contractor RFP process and selection of EPCM consultant selection.
-Oversee technical project due diligence and project engineering design reviews.
-Coordinate feedback from internal stakeholders and Owner’s Engineering consultants on design reviews.
- Value engineer PV and BESS system designs to maximize reliability & reduce overall project cost.
-Establish/review technical specifications of Owner Furnished equipment in coordination with Procurement.
-Support M&A technical, design, and constructability due diligence on project acquisitions.
-Support Operations/Asset Management teams to resolve technical issues at operating sites.
-Assist Development, Project Management, and Commercial Execution teams with budget and schedule inputs.
-Develop and implement technical solutions to region-specific requirements.
-Contribute to Lessons Learned and continuous improvement initiatives within project development and execution.
-Perform site visits as necessary.
-Support project financing activities and technical diligence.
-Manage EPC Management Consultant through all technical support during construction, including:
a. Respond to contractor requests for information (RFIs).
b. Perform field quality assurance (QA)/ quality control (QC) checks.
c. Develop punchlists.
d. Support commissioning activities with internal Technology/Commissioning teams and external stakeholders.
e. Review commissioning reports and analyze system performance.
Growth & Leadership:
-Contribute to process improvement initiatives to execute safe, quality, and high-performance projects.
-Mentor and educate team on changing trends in technology, best practices, and safety.
-Support the team as a technical subject matter expert.
-Review recent and emerging technology and companies for Approved Vendor List inclusion.
-Stay current on market conditions, focusing on policy items impacting design, procurement, and construction.
-Clearly and concisely communicate plans with senior leadership using PowerPoint.
-Attend site safety walks and identify job site hazards.
What we look for:
-Passion for renewable/clean energy.
-Exceptional organizational, communication, decision-making, problem-solving, analytical, and time management skills.
-Resourcefulness and polite persistence.
-Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors.
-Ability to flourish in a team environment.
-Goal-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
-Willingness to wear multiple hats to support getting the job done.
Minimum Qualifications:
-10+ years of professional experience in energy system design, project or land development, and/or construction.
-10+ years of experience in project management and/or consulting or as a project engineer.
-Professional Engineering license preferred.
-Graduate degree in engineering or business is preferred.
-Electrical design experience, including 1-line and 3-line diagram conventions, NEC conductor sizing, overcurrent protection sizing, utility disconnecting means requirements, equipment selection, grounding methodologies, and short circuit current analysis.
-Stormwater and grading experience with an understanding of the permitting constraints and limitations.
-Experience with medium voltage collector system design.
-Experience managing third-party consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
-Proficient with MS Office Suite.
-Experience with Procore and/or similar construction management platforms.
-Safety training certifications (OSHA 10-hour, CPR/first aid, etc.).
-Ability to travel 25%.
Our Benefits:
We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Copia to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer flexible work hours and generous benefits to all of our employees that include:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage (with no premiums)
- 401(k) plan
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Flexible work hours
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Wellness Credit
- Life and LD&D Insurance
- Employee Resource Groups
- Professional Development Opportunities
About Copia: Copia Power (“Copia”), is a wholly owned portfolio company of the global investment firm, The Carlyle Group. Copia’s platform is focused on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit www.copiapower.com.
At Copia, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
