Director, Construction Management

The AES Corporation - Torrance, CA

Full-time - Director

Remote - Torrance, CA

251-500 employees

Utilities

About the position

The Director of Construction Management at AES Clean Energy will lead the Construction Management group for renewable energy projects in the WECC Region of the U.S. This role involves overseeing a team of Construction Managers to ensure the safe and reliable execution of projects, aligning with AES's growth strategy and commitment to innovation in the energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a highly motivated internal team responsible for construction management of AES Clean Energy projects
• Develop, coach, and mentor internal talent, direct reports, and other AES team members
• Identify impactful and high-potential team members for continued career development
• Help build processes and training for team growth and cross-training
• Provide strategic direction and scale the capabilities of the Construction Management team
• Model and reinforce company culture and values, prioritizing safety
• Contribute to business and resource planning
• Play a critical strategic role in portfolio planning, valuation, transaction, and construction of new projects
• Collaborate with various teams to develop and refine project planning, scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and cost forecasting
• Manage construction progress tracking, site testing, and utility interconnection construction
• Support Project Management in contractor dispute resolution and project turnover
• Develop standardized construction agreements in coordination with other teams
• Work with Pre-Construction to identify and qualify construction contractors
• Support contract negotiations for EPC and construction service agreements
• Establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for the Construction Management team
• Provide team and executive-level reporting on project statuses
• Oversee a team of Construction Managers and track construction progress
• Conduct periodic site visits for quality, safety, and execution oversight
• Engage with local customers and stakeholders to ensure successful project completion
• Lead utility construction management and energization on regional projects
• Develop project landmark punch lists and manage contractor completion
• Verify contractor compliance with all permits and project requirements
• Coordinate with other Construction Management Directors to develop consistent processes

Requirements

• 5+ years of energy generation construction experience, including PV and BESS projects
• Management experience required
• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Business, Construction, or related field preferred
• Demonstrated ability to oversee and lead a Construction Management Organization
• Ability to create and implement processes for project execution
• Ability to track and measure indicators for successful project completion
• Ability to build effective internal and external relationships
• Excellent organizational, project management, planning, and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Skills in reading and interpreting planning/scheduling software (Primavera P6 and MS Project)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer and analytical skills, proficient with MSFT Office suite
• Willingness to travel 50% of the time

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Full range of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• Various paid time off benefits, including vacation, sick time, and parental leave