Construction Manager -Utility-Scale Renewable Energy / BESS Projects (ERCOT)

Description

Construction Manager – Utility-Scale Renewable Energy / BESS Projects (ERCOT)

💼 Type: Full-time

📍 Location: Texas-based preferred (Houston or project site)
💼 Type: Full-time- Onsite

Our client is seeking a Construction Manager to lead the development and execution of utility-scale renewable energy and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects — beginning with a 200MW site within ERCOT, Texas.
This role involves overseeing EPC contractors, managing construction logistics, ensuring HSE and QA/QC compliance, and coordinating handover to Operations & Maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee project delivery from planning to commissioning
• Manage EPC contractors and subcontractors throughout all construction phases
• Ensure full compliance with HSE, QA/QC, and permitting requirements
• Oversee logistics, material sourcing, and customs clearance
• Provide regular project and site reports to the headquarters in Japan
• Manage project handover activities, including punch lists and COD documentation

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 4+ years in utility-scale renewable energy construction
• Proven experience managing EPC contracts and contractor performance
• Knowledge of U.S. environmental regulations and permitting
• Familiarity with ERCOT or similar ISO grid standards
• Experience in BESS or PV+BESS project execution (preferred)
• Strong background in QA/QC and safety management
• Excellent cross-cultural communication, ideally with experience working with Japanese HQ teams
• PMP or PE license highly desirable

Why This Role Matters

• Utility-scale BESS construction is a specialized and rapidly growing field
• Deep understanding of U.S. permitting and environmental compliance is essential
• Cross-cultural coordination with Japanese HQ requires clear, structured communication
• EPC supervision expertise ensures effective project execution and contract adherence

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with Texas market rates
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dynamic environment working on cutting-edge renewable energy infrastructure

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ABOUT EPMA

Since 2010, EPMA has quickly earned credibility as a trusted leader in Project and Portfolio Management Services helping local businesses to Global 50 companies deliver projects with greater efficiency and success. Our ability to attract the most talented people and empower them to make a difference for our clients is part of what makes EPMA one of the Top Companies to work for in Texas, and one of the Best and Brightest companies to work for in the nation. We are also on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest growing, privately held companies in America today.

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