Director of Construction, Renewable Project Management - R07819-4121

Invenergy - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Senior

Chicago, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Director of Construction, Renewable Project Management at Invenergy, you will play a pivotal role in leading and training the on-site construction management teams. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the consistent execution of project construction activities across Invenergy's diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects, which includes wind, solar, and storage solutions. This position requires a strong focus on adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and compliance with project scope. You will implement and uphold construction standards and processes while providing comprehensive training to construction management teams to enhance their skills and capabilities. In this leadership role, you will provide guidance and mentorship to construction management staff, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. You will serve as a crucial liaison between project managers, construction teams, and senior management, ensuring that key issues are communicated effectively and addressed promptly. Your strategic input will support the development and implementation of construction management strategies, policies, and procedures, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with the highest levels of safety and quality. Collaboration will be key in this role, as you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and project management, to ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle. You will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining positive relationships with various project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies, to facilitate smooth project execution and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and mentor construction management staff, providing coaching and training to enhance skills and capabilities.
• Provide leadership and guidance to construction management staff in accordance with Invenergy's goals for safety, quality, and contract compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between project managers, construction management teams, and senior management, providing regular updates on key issues.
• Support development and implementation of construction management strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent delivery of projects on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and project management to ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure that site construction activities adhere to established construction standards and industry best practices for safety, quality, and scope.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, or similar degree.
• 7+ years of progressive construction project management experience.
• 5+ years construction field experience managing contractors and suppliers.
• Thorough understanding and implementation of projects in accordance with construction contracts and major equipment supply agreements.
• Excellent solution-seeking, teamwork, leadership, and communication skills which extend across all organizational and management levels.
• Demonstrated ability in leadership of multi-disciplined teams of engineers and outside consultants.
• Able to travel up to 3 weeks per month to various project sites in the U.S.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in power industry, renewable energy industry experience
• Wind and solar farm construction a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish)

Benefits

• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc.