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Join the Origis Energy Team!
Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining Zero SM . As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world’s net-zero goals. Origis Energy puts customers first to deploy a wide range of sustainable solutions for grid power generation, performance optimization, and long-term operation of solar and energy storage plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL.
The Origis team,regarded as one of the leading developers in the U.S., is committed to living five core values in all interactions both with each other and external stakeholders:
Solve for Tomorrow. A role with Origis Energy puts you at the forefront of the transition to clean energy. Are you ready to bring new ideas? Do you exist to find solutions? That’s how we revolutionize energy and build a carbon-free future - through unmatched service and relentless innovation.
Rise Together. To succeed here, you’ll collaborate with others and work as one team, across various teams includingsolar and energy storage development, financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operations, maintenance and asset management. Are you open to diverse perspectives and prepared to work seamlessly across disciplines to reach our collective goals?
Perform at Peak. We’re seeking team members who bring authentic energy and passion to every task. How can you use your natural strengths, genuine optimism and intelligence to make your greatest contributions to Origis?
Inspire & Grow. The Origis team is comprised of knowledgeable, passionate solar and energy storage experts who bring deep expertise and solution-driven thinking to clients. A successful Origis team member encourages others and sets a high bar for growth. We have a culture of continuous improvement because each team member takes the role of both learner and mentor.
Be Resilient. The spirit in which we tackle the energy challenges and objectives of our clients means we consistently stretch for the extra mile. We all take initiative and remain adaptable, overcoming obstacles by prioritizing respect.
Position Description
Origis Energy is looking for a Senior Director of Pre-Construction , reporting to the Sr. Vice President of Engineering and Project Delivery, to join our diverse and growing team. The ideal candidate will be part of the EPC Team focused on the successful transition of projects from the early-stage development to EPC contract execution. Additionally, the individual will lead all early stage estimating, cost forecasting and scheduling.
The position of Director or Senior Director of Pre-Construction is a regular, full-time position, and is eligible for our generous employee benefits package, including employer paid health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions, and other great benefits.
Key Responsibilities
Hire, mentor, manage and support Pre-construction Managers and Scheduling Managers
Accountable for EPC budgets and schedules from early-stage Development through EPC contract execution
Develop EPC cost estimates and schedules to support Origination and Investment team(s).
Coordinate with Supply Chain team on to evaluate current best-in-class offerings from major equipment suppliers
Work closely with Project Development to understand real estate, legal, environmental, permitting, constructability, and interconnection issues
Coordinate with Engineering on solar and energy storage plant designs to optimize energy production vs project site constructability cost considerations
Provide direction to external engineers to support early-stage studies, design, and permitting
Maintain overall EPC pipeline schedule in coordination with development status
Identify key resource needs, risks, and mitigation strategies during preconstruction phase
Communicates critical development, design, permitting, supply chain, preconstruction, and contract milestones with all internal and external stakeholders
Identifies and communicates potential high-risk items to the Management team and develops action plans to address them
Communicates overall EPC strategy/approach in close coordination with Contracts team to facilitate the EPC RFP process and selection
Drives the EPC negotiations to timely execution while aligning with cost, schedule, and commercial targets of the project
Leads kickoff meetings to transition projects to the Project Management and Construction teams
Supports project financing process
Coordinates with Project Controls to evaluate active construction project costs and risks to incorporate into current and future project estimates and forecasts
Gain insight from projects during closeout to better inform project estimates and schedules for future projects
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in technical or business field preferred 8+ years experience (Director), OR, 10+ years experience (Senior Director) in project planning, scheduling, forecasting and estimation, and pre construction development Utility scale solar and BESS project experience required Development experience highly preferred Travel as needed to support Pre-Construction site visits and meetings
Key Attributes for Success
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently on multiple tasks with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational skills and time management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to perform in a high-growth, fast-paced, collaborative work environment
Ability to lead multidisciplinary team meetings to achieve desired outcomes
Proven business acumen skills
Team player; ability to work with multidisciplinary team
Ability to work with all levels of management
Manage multiple direct reports and support employee development
Strong organization, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Willingness to step in and take on additional tasks in order to support the larger team
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Versatility, flexibility and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Location Austin, TX preferred | Remote considered for the right candidate
Travel Travel required as necessary
Job Level Senior Director depending on experience – Senior Director will have direct reports
Origis Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences as that is what makes our employees unique. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. More information is available here.
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