PurposeEnergy is revolutionizing the way food and beverage processors treat organic waste. Our mission is to capture the millions of tons of wasted organic residuals flowing from industrial manufacturing and retail grocery operations, and convert them into valuable renewable energy, clean water, and healthy soil amendments. PurposeEnergy’s waste stream solutions feature the innovative and patented Tribrid-Bioreactor™ – the most robust anaerobic digester available for treating many complex food and beverage wastes. The Tribrid-Bioreactor™ eliminates the cost of disposing waste and produces significant quantities of renewable energy.
Join PurposeEnergy, on a mission to save the planet! Our work has a global impact addressing resource depletion and climate change by generating energy from waste. Working in sustainability allows you to contribute to solutions that have far-reaching implications for the environment and future generations. This multidisciplinary field encompasses aspects of science, technology, policy, economics, and social sciences, allowing for diverse career paths and the opportunity to collaborate with professionals from various backgrounds. Become a part of our passionate team of industry experts!
About the role
We are seeking a Construction Project Manager (CPM) to provide leadership and oversight during the development, engineering, procurement, and construction phases of new and existing anaerobic digestor projects. The CPM will oversee the costs and schedule for the project and will drive recommendations for improving the construction and operations of proposed or existing facilities.
This position partners with cross-functional team members and senior leadership to identify and pursue value-engineering improvements that meet ROI metrics, supports the group with development of best-in-class project management processes, and assists our operations group with facility issues when necessary.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee full project construction, ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals are met.
- Lead a team of internal and external professionals who provide technical expertise and support.
- Build and lead an external project team comprised of key equipment vendors, contractors, and engineers. Manage vendor relationships, collaborate with procurement team on RFP/RFB processes and contract negotiation, and manage construction contracts through the warranty period.
- Manage purchasing processes including preparation and management of the bidding process, issuance of purchase orders, and tracking of costs throughout execution of the contracts.
- Develop, negotiate, and manage design-build, engineering, and construction contracts. Clearly define scope, schedule and cost management, balance risk with counterparties, and ensure contracts comply with project requirements.
- Closeout project construction. Manage turnover to operations, completion of punch list work and construction contracts, and ensure as-builts are recorded.
- Ensure that the technical and quality requirements of the facilities are met. Assist with technical due diligence with operational issues as requested.
- Maintain a sharp focus on the project budget on a monthly basis for cash flow, earned value, and potential risks. Coordinate with the finance group for invoice processing and budget tracking.
- Provide weekly and monthly status reports to PurposeEnergy senior management on project progress, capital budget forecasting and issues affecting key milestones (schedule, cost, quality, and safety) for assigned projects.
- Ensures all relevant internal controls are followed and recommend new controls as needed.
- Maintain a keen focus on continuous improvement initiatives aimed at delivering projects more efficiently in terms of time, cost, quality, and safety. The goal is to develop a project execution platform that is best-in-class.
Compensation and Benefits
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
10 + years’ experience in project management related to development, engineering and construction of commercial, energy, and/or industrial facilities.
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills with strong focus on teamwork and ability to interface with a broad range of work groups and stakeholders.
Ability to analyze project risks and proactively identify and manage solutions.
Strong prioritization skills with the ability to operate in a complex, rapidly changing business environment with tight schedules and demanding targets.
Proficiency using scheduling tool such as Primavera or MS Project with ability to manage critical path priorities and track actual vs. baseline schedule scenarios.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office, cost management software, and cloud-based ERP software.
Self-starter and ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.
Inquisitive mindset, ability to take calculated risks and be able/willing to recognize and react as necessary when tactics are not working and be flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
- Preference may be given to candidates with the following: Experience building or operating industrial scale wastewater treatment, anaerobic digestion and RNG facilities; Understanding of electricity and RNG markets; Industrial food manufacturing experience specifically related to wastewater systems; Advanced degrees in engineering or business.
Travel
This role is based in our Headquarters is in Salem, NH and will require travel 30%-50%.
PurposeEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
The pay range for this role is:
130,000 - 140,000 USD per year (HQ)