Program Manager II

Nexamp • Chicago, IL

423d • Hybrid

About The Position

Nexamp is growing their Grid Integration Engineering team seeking to hire a Program Manager II. You will be responsible for coordinating a portfolio of PV solar grid integration projects, from UIA (pre-NTP) to Permission to Operate (PTO) with other support groups. You will ensure that the overall program stays aligned with business goals and that resources are allocated effectively. You are also responsible for managing interdependencies between projects, ensuring that all are on track for PTO and handling program-level risks and issues.

Requirements

• 4-year college degree in a relevant engineering or business discipline
• 5-8+ years of construction management, solar industry experience with a successful track record in project management
• Knowledge of OSHA Safety standards; OSHA 10 is a minimum requirement or the ability to secure the course within 4 months. OSHA 30 is preferred.
• Maintains professional licenses in trade (i.e. CSL, NABCEP PV, etc.).
• PMP or ability to obtain certification.
• Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
• Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
• Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
• Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
• Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the execution of PV solar grid integration projects within the program from UIA (pre-NTP) to Permission to Operate (PTO).
• Track and follow up weekly on assigned pipeline (pre-NTP) projects with weekly SalesForce updates.
• Coordinate across multiple projects to ensure alignment and manage resource allocation, ensuring no delays due to interdependencies.
• Develop and manage the program roadmap, coordinating multiple project timelines and critical milestones across all projects.
• Drive challenging projects including BESS and behind the meter applications.
• Track and manage program-level costs from MC through PTO, ensuring the program stays within the GRIT controlled budget and securing additional/contingency funding as necessary.
• Secure stakeholder approval for PM related SoPs, process efficiency improvement tools and reporting templates.
• Monitor key project components, including Utility Interconnection Application (UIA) & Interconnection Service Agreements (ISA), Development sets (DevSets) and drawing packages, Utility Studies, Easements, Utility payments, Regulatory Permitting, Notice to Proceed (NTP), Mechanical Completion (MC), Site Visits, Permission to Energize (PTE), Witness testing (WT) of equipment, Certificate of Completion (CoC), Permission to Operate (PTO), Project closeout, reconciliation and cross department lessons learned meetings.
• Lead risk management efforts at the program level, addressing inter-project risks and escalating issues to senior leadership as needed.
• Develop and publish (via push notifications) % Work Burn Down Charts for applicable projects particularly in Q4.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and ensure all projects meet industry standards, including the NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE 142, UL 1741, UL 2703, IEEE 1547, and OSHA 10 safety requirements.
• Provide strategic oversight and reporting to senior leadership, ensuring that program goals are met, including key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Coordinate utility studies and interconnection agreements at the program level, attempting to address utility concerns before escalation to GRIT Engineering.
• Standardize, generate and maintain user friendly dashboards and tracking matrices that provide Sr. Leadership with the project details needed.
• Facilitate the training and onboarding of new PMs and PM IIs, ensuring best practices / SoPs are shared and PM processes are standardized across the department.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• 401(k) employer-match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• Flexible paid time off and holiday PTO
• Commuter benefits
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Hybrid work environment
• Healthy snacks and coffee
• Service days and other volunteer opportunities
• Company outings and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees