Director, Project Delivery (Solar)

About Us

Brookfield Renewable, as one of the core businesses under Brookfield Corporation, is one of the world's largest owners, operators, and developers of renewable power, with $125 billion of power assets under management. Our diverse portfolio of hydro, wind, solar, distributed energy, storage, and sustainable solutions extends across five continents, totaling over 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity. We use our operating capabilities, scale and global reach to develop and operate a high-quality clean energy portfolio in a responsible manner, helping accelerate the global transition to net zero.

Organization Overview:

Modal Power is a Solar IPP which owns a ~2.3GW portfolio of fifteen operating projects, four under-construction projects, and three pre-NTP assets.

Modal Power is managed by Brookfield Renewable. Brookfield Renewable, as one of the core businesses under the Brookfield Corporation, is one of the world's largest owners, operators, and developers of renewable power, with $125 billion power assets under management. Brookfield's diverse portfolio of hydro, wind, solar, distributed energy, storage, and sustainable solutions extends across five continents, totaling over 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity. We use our operating capabilities, scale and global reach to develop and operate a high-quality clean energy portfolio in a responsible manner, helping accelerate the global transition to net zero.

We attract high-performing individuals who are driven to make an impact in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We offer unparalleled opportunities to lead and manage one of the largest renewable energy businesses with decades of history, while contributing to the global need for sustainable energy.

About the Role

Reporting to the SVP of Project Delivery, the Director of Project Delivery coordinates, inspects and controls the work of engineering consultants, OEMs, and construction contractors contracted to perform work at our greenfield and brownfield facilities across the US. Projects will include multiple technical disciplines and will be focused in renewable platforms including Solar and Storage. Although solar is the preferred expertise sought in this posting, project management of other renewable technologies is possible. Travel will be required to effectively manage assigned projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure contractors, sub-contractors and their employees are complying with Brookfield's Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and requirements of the contract;
• Prepare tendering documents, evaluate bid packages to ensure design adequacy and constructability;
• Negotiate supply and EPC agreements with the procurement and legal teams.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure design, specifications, and contracts are followed and that work is done according to schedule and within budget;
• General fieldwork monitoring, coordination with other project teams, and local operations.
• Attend/conduct pre-bid and preconstruction meetings, documenting minutes;
• Prepare job planning documentation working closely with project stakeholders;
• Ensure inspection of all work in place to ensure that work performed is in accordance with the contract drawings, specifications, regulatory requirements and applicable codes;
• Prepare and submit construction reports, reporting on health & safety, environmental, and construction progress;
• Recommend corrective courses of action to management as issues arise;
• Recommend changes in the work plan if efficiencies in work practices can be improved;
• Assess the quality of the safety & environmental discussions and job plans;
• Conduct Safe Work Observations on medium and high risk work;
• Attend Contractors Health, Safety and Environmental Meetings;
• Track costs and provide monthly forecast per the contract including change orders;
• Conduct contractor post-work evaluations in the areas of health and safety, environmental, technical, project management and financial performance.
• Manage and/or participate in technical due diligence efforts;
• Support growth of the organization by supporting development and M&A activities as appropriate.

Requirements

• Core knowledge of construction techniques, construction/project management, and contract negotiation and administration;
• Adequate knowledge to be able to inspect in-progress construction work to ensure compliance with the contract documents, specifications, permits, and drawings;
• Strong time management skills with the ability to organize, plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Good oral, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to interface and coordinate work on a daily basis with other Brookfield divisions and external organizations;
• Good negotiation skills with clients, contractors, and vendors;
• Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and with minimal daily supervision;
• A practical, adaptable, innovative, collaborative, and solution-focused approach to issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred;
• Minimum of ten (10) years of engineering/project management experience;
• Experience/exposure in the wind, solar, storage, and/or power generation fields preferred;
• Field experience related to the hazards associated with the work;
• Experience in occupational health & safety and environmental regulations;
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Salary: $160,000.00-$200,000.00, bonus eligible.

Working Here, You Will Enjoy

At Brookfield, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, bonus structure, a health benefits program, and 401(k) plan.
• Our spaces are open, dynamic, and collaborative, giving you access to different businesses and teams.
• We cultivate a culture where we invest in your growth and development.

Diversity & Inclusion

Brookfield Renewable embraces and promotes the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the recruitment process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.