Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager
Avangrid

Job Info

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Purpose

Avangrid is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. Our focus is on renewable energy, smart grids and driving the change to a cleaner, electric future and we're investing billions to make this happen. We're committed to speeding up the transition to cleaner electric transport, improving air quality and over time, driving down bills. Avangrid Renewables and their parent company Iberdrola is at the forefront of the development of the renewables industry through pioneering ideas, forward thinking and outstanding innovation, evidenced by a recent commitment of billions in renewables.

Responsibilities

The Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager is responsible for managing the civil engineering scope and supporting construction activities for a selection of utility-scale onshore wind, solar, and battery storage projects. Working closely with the project team and project manager, this person will coordinate requirements and deliverables with multiple internal and external stakeholders. In addition to strong conceptual and practical civil engineering knowledge and experience, the successful candidate will have a proven track-record of initiative and effective problem-solving.

• Lead and/or support the civil engineering scopes, which may include geotechnical engineering, foundation designs, transportation studies, road layout and design, stormwater management, erosion and sedimentation controls, grading, and drainage.
• Lead engineering implementation, including cost estimating, project scheduling, permit integration into project plans, engineering document control, and other activities necessary during project engineering and construction.
• Review and approval of civil engineering work; coordinates the multidisciplinary (engineering, land, permitting, development, etc.) review of detailed project drawing submittals.
• Oversee quality aspects of engineering and construction, including ensuring compliance with design standards and accuracy of final documentation and test data.
• Develop alternate methods or design concepts to resolve problems or to improve project competitiveness.
• Support the development of EPC contractor bid packages and evaluate bids as part of the procurement process for electrical construction services.
• Maintain/update Avangrid civil design standards.
• Advise the Development Engineering team in project development, planning and design with the Environmental & Permitting, Meteorology, Land, and Transmission Interconnect teams.
• Manage and provide oversight of external professionals who provide technical expertise and project support through development, design, construction, and operations.
• Coordinate and maintain project documentation for due diligence review by an independent engineering firm.
• Provide technical support to plant operations as may be required for project infrastructure, facilities, and systems.
• Serves as a role model and mentor to other engineers.
• Represent Avangrid in relevant industry meetings/conferences, committees, associations, and/or working groups.

Skills and Requirements

Knowledge of various aspects of renewable projects such as turbine specifications, GSU design and selection, solar module and inverter selection, battery systems, and collector system, overhead collection, transmission, and substation designs.
Working knowledge of consulting services and EPC construction contracts.
Ability to understand renewable energy projects technical documentation such as permitting documents, local codes and regulations, civil, geotechnical reports, hydrology models and reports, stormwater pollution protection plans (SWPPPs), and civil construction specifications.
Influencing and communication skills to articulate highly technical concepts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera, OPC, Visio, and AutoCad Civil 3D, Google Earth.

Exemplify core behaviors to support Avangrid's purpose & values: Develop self & others, Empower to grow, Collaborate & share, Be a role model, Focus to achieve results, Be agile.

5+ years of relevant experience
Experience leading renewable energy projects
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent education; preference may be giving to candidates with relevant advanced degree(s)
Professional Engineer (PE) registration and applicable field experience strongly preferred

Our Selection Process

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Mobility Information

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country

Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within AVANGRD Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Renewables

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Nearest Major Market: Portland Oregon
Job Segment: Wind Energy, Energy

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