Manager, Special Projects

MN8

. Plan, lead, and manage special projects across MN8 Energy's utility-scale and C&I renewable energy assets, from scoping through close-out.

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the renewable energy sector, including budget management, subcontractor oversight, and compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in developing project execution plans and communicating effectively with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementSubcontractor ManagementBudget ManagementPMP CertificationRenewable Energy Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementRisk ManagementScope NegotiationPerformance ManagementTechnical Specifications DevelopmentContractual ComplianceProcess ImprovementSite Oversight

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Organizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectSmartsheetProcore

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationTrade Certification

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyConstruction ManagementUtilitiesInfrastructureC&I Renewable Energy Assets

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, lead, and manage special projects across MN8 Energy's utility-scale and C&I renewable energy assets, from scoping through close-out.
Serve as the primary point of contact for MN8 Energy, the Capital Improvements team, and the Asset Management team on assigned projects.
Source, qualify, and manage subcontractors and vendors, including negotiating scopes of work, monitoring performance and quality, and enforcing contractual compliance.
Translate prioritized remediation and improvement scopes into actionable project execution plans.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and field personnel to develop project scopes, technical specifications, and materials lists.
Partner with procurement to source and order materials, and track deliveries.
Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, and risk logs; proactively identify and resolve issues.
Monitor and ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and safety requirements.
Prepare regular project status reports and communicate progress, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.
Participate in process improvement initiatives to standardize project management practices and improve operational efficiency.
Conduct site visits as needed to oversee subcontractor work quality and project progress.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field trade certification; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
5+ years of project management or field service experience, ideally within renewable energy, construction, utilities, or infrastructure.
PMP certification preferred, not required.
Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and vendors, including scope negotiation and performance management.
Working knowledge of solar or other renewable energy asset technical components is a plus.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and risk.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including customers.
Proficiency with project management tools/software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Procore, or similar).
Ability to travel up to 50% to project sites.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance beginning the 1st of the month following your date of hire
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays and floating holidays
401(k) with competitive employer match
Parental leave