Electrical Project Manager

Blue Ridge Power is a full-service EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company for solar projects across the United States, offering integrated engineering, a qualified professional labor force, and an expansive fleet of equipment to serve the needs of our clients. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, with offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Lexington, SC. Blue Ridge Power has installed 8 GW of solar infrastructure throughout the country and employs about 700 team members. Learn more at blueridgepower.com.

Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to join our team! The Electrical Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, execution, and success of the assigned project. Must be a team player, accountable, driven, and inspire others.

The Electrical Project Manager will work closely with the project management team and field leadership to facilitate the industry-best quality, productive, safe, and timely completion of the assigned projects. They will assist the field leadership with planning and coordination of labor and material as required. Develop relationships with the CM team and the Safety team on assigned projects. They will also help develop the growth of all direct reports. Institute a ‘Safety First’ culture for the field. This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position.

This position is 50% travel and offers per diem while working on our project sites. Site states include North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina, Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, etc.

What You’ll Do:

• Create a resource loading chart based on units of measures and budgets.
• Communicate and coordinate with all site management on workflow and production plans.
• Develop project-specific standard operating procedures regarding construction and safety.
• Responsible for leading, planning, and project execution.
• Responsible for creating & executing construction budgets.
• Ability to use the project controls for the project execution team’s overall benefit.
• Develop a detailed electrical construction schedule referencing the overall EPC project.
• Main point of contact for the construction team; attending management meetings, reviews, and project walks.
• Main point of contact for questions and responses for the Electrical Project Supervisor.
• Complete and oversee monthly financial projections for assigned projects.
• Work closely with field leadership on projects to provide a safe construction site, and a top-quality installation, and complete projects on budget and on schedule.
• Demonstrates the ability to comprehend and execute contracts.
• Identify and quantify changes in design sets and manage pricing for scope.
• Assist with the generation and tracking of RFIs and the implementation of the responses.
• Manage proper and accurate file storage.
• Maintain completion drawings.
• Work with the management team to adopt best practices uniformly throughout the project.
• Lead with a continuous improvement of processes and standards.
• Help to develop the professional growth of any direct reports.
• Help to execute a safety culture that has 100% engagement with the field team and practice core company values.

Must-Haves:

• 3+ years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager.
• 1+ years of experience as an Electrical Project Manager.
• Experience working on a 100MW project or larger in the utility-scale solar/ renewable energy industry.
• Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Advanced knowledge of technology and installation methods.
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control.
• Understands cloud-based technology and how to utilize it.
• Thorough understanding of all scopes of PV installation work.
• Ability to multitask/ and demonstrate time management skills.
• Ability to complete and finish assigned tasks.
• Ability to read and comprehend project drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to forecast the next steps in a process and implement a full project look ahead.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Ability to organize and manage file systems for all involved.
• Recognizing scope changes and principles of estimating.
• Ability to identify and embrace coaching and training opportunities for direct reports.

Education and Certifications:

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Must possess and maintain a current driver’s license required.
• Associate degree in project management is preferred.
• Journeyman or Master Electrical License is preferred.
• OSHA-30 certification is preferred.
• NFPA 70E is preferred.
• Constructor License is preferred.

Working Environment and Physical Demand:

• This position is 50% remote and 50% travel to assigned project(s) – this role requires flexibility in traveling to multiple states.
• Ability to travel out-of-state for extended periods.
• Must follow organization policies and procedures.
• Individuals in this position work in an outdoor environment and must be able to tolerate all climates.
• May require lifting/carrying items up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk short to long distances for 8-10 hours daily.

Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!

Blue Ridge Power supports organizations local to our offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Asheville, NC, including the school systems, environmental groups, athletics, youth organizations, and more.

Blue Ridge Power is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

Blue Ridge Power does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.