Special projects manager, ou0026m - united states, lowell

the special project manager, o&m is the business manager for the special projects department and responsible for all project activity assigned to the department. special projects are defined as any project which falls outside standard o&m scope, require special skill sets or too large in scope and scale for the o&m teams to complete. we offer a hybrid work environment, allowing you to work remotely 2-3 days a week and from the office 2-3 days a week. we also offer remote opportunities for this position.

at borrego, we don’t accept the status quo. we are driven by a culture of teamwork, fearless thinking, and adaptability as we pursue our mission to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy. with more than 850 mw already installed, we’re excited about the “gigawatt revolution” happening across our company as we shift from megawatts to gigawatts of clean energy in the coming years.

after 40 years in business, borrego is a trusted name in the solar industry and well-known for our strong employee culture. we combine the stability and wisdom gained by decades in business with an entrepreneurial spirit. our employees are driven and animated by the [link available when viewing the job], an operating framework detailing our mission, vision, strategy, and cultural principles and working systems.

about the role

the special project manager is the business manager for the special projects department and responsible for all project activity assigned to the department. special projects are defined as any project which falls outside standard o&m scope, require special skill sets or too large in scope and scale for the o&m teams to complete.

position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

safety is a core value in borrego solar and the special project manager must:

read, understand and sign all safety procedures.ensure every employee within reporting structure attends weekly safety meetings.ensure employees within reporting structure have received all required ppe.ensure employees within reporting structure attend all required safety training.ensure employees within reporting structure, have read, understood and signed all safety

procedures.

ensure every safety incident is reported timely and accurately.ensure every safety incident is fully investigated, documented and corrective actions are

implemented.

in collaboration with the director of operations o&m and regional managers, define

and foster a strong ehs culture in the o&m department.

in collaboration with the director of operations o&m and regional managers, definethe standard ppe type, make, and quantity provided to the field employees.in collaboration with the director of operations o&m and regional managers, define

the minimum ehs training required for each field employee.

daily duties and responsibilities

the following activities are performed on a daily basis:

demonstrate integrity, strong initiative, work ethic, as well as a focus on safety and

quality of work on a continuous basis.

hire, supervise, lead and train all direct reports, meeting regularly to review their

progress in meeting personal and departmental goals and objectives

ensure that work being performed meets or exceeds borrego solar o&m standards.ensure that the borrego solar o&m department is meeting all contractual obligations.

(i.e. meeting terms and conditions outlined in each signed special project contract.)

ensure that borrego is meeting all local, state and federal regulations required to

complete each signed contract.

track and report to both management and customers on the progress of pending work,

work in progress, completed work and invoicing status for each project.

coordinate with regional managers to identify potential projects within borrego’s o&m

fleet.

respond to and resolve customer requests (e.g. warranty claims, site upgrades, technical

support etc.).

scope, price, develop and submit proposals to customers for special projects.obtain quotes, develop and submit po’s for subcontracted work within the salesforce

platform.

manage the cost of ongoing projects to ensure that they are within defined budgets.develop an annual special projects budget and plan against which to track progress.coordinate with accounting to develop and submit invoicing on a monthly basis.review and comment on case documentation to ensure that borrego solar o&m

standards are met and the customer receives a complete and detailed report.

work closely with bd on new opportunities and customer feedback as well as

forecasting future revenue.

negotiate and finalize contracts with customers and vendors in relation to special projectsassess resource requirements for team required to execute sales and project executions

strategy. effectively communicate the resource requirements to director of operations.

develop and implement tools required to scale the special projects team with using

consistent data-driven metrics, reporting tools, and customer-facing reporting.

work cross-departmentally to facilitate resource requirements from engineering, systemsperformance group, legal, epc, etc as needed to complete special projects.such other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the director of operations

o&m.

 

desired skills and experience

while no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes:

bacheloru0027s degree or equivalent industry experience. bacheloru0027s degree or equivalent industry experience.proven experience as business manager or relevant role.ability to communicate in english both orally and writing.excellent organizational and leadership skills.outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.thorough understanding of diverse business processes and strategy development.excellent knowledge of ms excel, word and salesforce systems.proven experience understanding and implementing osha regulations.knowledge of human resource management principles and procedures.knowledge of basic economic and accounting principles and practices.knowledge of office administrative procedures.excitement about growing along with a fast-paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefineda passion for renewable energy, addressing the climate crisis, and accelerating the clean energy transformation

working conditions

a special projects manager will be required to work under the following conditions:

may be required to travel up to 25% of the time.required to work in office conditions.required to be in the assigned office more than 50% of the time.required to work in field conditions as needed.work in a fast changing environment which may require quick decisions with limited

processes and procedures.

 

physical requirements

this position has the following physical requirements:

ability to drive a vehicle.ability to stand for long periods of time.ability to walk distances up to 5 miles in a day.ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the

discriminations in sound.

required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of

the work assigned.

exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force

frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

direct reports

the following positions report to the special projects manager:

project manager, special projectsspecial projects supervisorsolar electrician, special projects

compensation, benefits, and culture

borrego uses an internally equitable and externally competitive total cash approach to compensation. our comprehensive benefits package includes dental, vision, health, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting; continuing education and professional development assistance; access to borrego’s wellness platform; and self-managed flexible work schedules and time-off policies.

our corporate culture fosters bold moves, a growth mindset, and the ability to take risks — and we value innovative thinkers who will help us reach our ambitious growth goals. we believe that flexibility and work-life balance are important parts of long-term employee happiness and productivity. our employees are trusted to get their work done and are given the freedom to do so when they are their most efficient, creative, and engaged.

commitment to diversity and inclusion

borrego values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. we want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. we’re actively committed to fostering diversity not only within our own organization but also within the renewable energy industry.

we seek a diverse candidate pool in this – and every – search. borrego provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. in addition to federal law requirements, borrego complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. eeo m/f/d/v.

a note to third-party recruiters

borregou0027s people + culture team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. borrego does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place and if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the people + culture team for a specific position. all unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of borrego. borrego is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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