Senior Project Manager - Energy Solutions

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with the sales team for pre-bid activities, including site walkthroughs, preparation of materials, and subcontractor cost estimation.

• Acts as the primary liaison among internal teams, clients, subcontractors, utilities, and permitting agencies.
• Develops, maintains, and updates detailed project schedules using MS Project or equivalent scheduling tools.
• Identifies, monitors, and mitigates risks related to scope, schedule, budget, and compliance.
• Collaborates with engineering teams during design reviews to ensure constructability, code compliance, interconnection readiness, and customer satisfaction.
• Oversees procurement and logistics for long-lead equipment (e.g., transformers, switchgear, inverters, batteries), ensuring timely delivery and cost control.
• Verifies all equipment and materials meet project specifications, utility interconnection standards, and applicable domestic content requirements (e.g., Buy American, IRA incentives).
• Leads pre-construction planning efforts including site walks, mobilization planning, safety protocols, and subcontractor onboarding.
• Manages field execution, including subcontractor oversight, daily progress tracking, safety enforcement, and real-time problem resolution.
• Administers EPC and subcontractor contracts, including review and processing of change orders, claims, and milestone-based payments.
• Coordinates with customers, utilities, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance, communication, and stakeholder alignment.
• Oversee scheduling and execution of testing, commissioning, and system startup activities in collaboration with electricians, technicians, utility personnel, and service teams.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to junior project managers and project coordinators.
• Supports business development, estimating, and preconstruction teams on complex or high-value bids and proposals.

Educational/Experience Qualifications:

Licensed Journeyman Electrician, with at least 5 years of experience in commercial, industrial, or utility-scale project management for solar, BESS, EV charging infrastructure and microgrids

OR

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field, with a minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial, industrial, or utility-scale projects involving solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and EV charging infrastructure

Additional Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success managing the end-to-end delivery of energy projects, including permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and interconnection.
• Experience with utility-scale or large commercial and industrial (C&I) systems, preferably in both ground-mount and rooftop PV, battery energy storage, and EV charging infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, site layout, civil and structural coordination, and interconnection processes.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, UL, IEEE standards, and AHJ/utility requirements.
• Understanding of energy management systems (EMS), SCADA integration, and microgrid control architectures is preferred.
• Knowledge of the construction and commissioning of UL 9540A and NFPA855 compliant BESS systems.
• Familiarity with utility interconnection rules and experience working with investor owned utilities, municipalities, or cooperatives.
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in project tracking tools such as MS Project or similar
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, subcontractor scope, and construction progress tracking.
• Must have and maintain a clean driver's license

Travel:

• Up to 25% travel. Some night, weekend, and holiday work may be necessary for off-hour project testing commissioning. Overnight travel is required for certain projects.

Minimum Physical Requirements:.

• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing
• Working Conditions are indoor and quiet

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.

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Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today!

The pay range for this position is

Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, education and location. Pay range may vary by 10% depending upon the applicant's location. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1

• 9 paid holidays

• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match

• HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP

• Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave

• Fitness membership discount

• Education Assistance

At Ziegler Inc. we're committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.