Microgrid and Battery Storage Manager

CORPORATE AND POSITION OVERVIEW
Throughout the next decade, the US energy sector will undergo a once-in-a-century transformation to become cleaner, smarter, and more functionally complex.

Gannett Fleming is seeking a dynamic energy leader who is passionate and capable of developing and guiding advanced solutions across renewable and distributed energy systems and services.

Specifically, the firm’s Microgrid and Battery Storage Leader will play a critical role in helping to shape Gannett Fleming’s approach for planning, designing, building, and operating microgrid systems and associated energy storage applications through the roles and responsibilities described below.

As the firm’s energy services division evolves and grows, additional responsibilities may be taken on as appropriate.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Practice Building and Development of Microgrid and Energy Storage Services
Serve as the firm’s leader in microgrid and energy storage services from strategic planning through project execution phases in partnership with public and private client organizations.

Stand as Gannett Fleming’s national expert and systems-level thought leader in associated areas of public policy and finance, market development, research and strategic planning, and new technology advancements among other related areas.

Proficiently build upon key identified forces of change including decarbonization, decentralization, social and political drivers, and rapidly changing technology.

Work with Energy Services senior business group leaders to identify, plan for, and attend key industry conferences, webinars, media events, blog opportunities, client meetings, and other showcase opportunities.

Leverage current and future relationships to catalyze Gannett Fleming’s nationwide microgrid and energy storage offerings and capabilities.

Leadership in client and partner management and engagement.

Project Management and Oversight
Experience consistently delivering complex projects on-time and on-budget.

Proficient in project management principles and their applications spanning from opportunity capture to project execution.

Ability to design agile project management frameworks while assembling and managing project delivery teams.

Ability to build teamwork, comradery, and functional working relationships across multiple engineering practices, including but not limited to transit and rail, roadways, environmental, facilities, and power.

Strong understanding of big picture concepts with the ability to formulate a strategy for executing tangible results and outcomes.

Professional interpersonal skills relative to client and staff management, relationship development, and community building.

Strong technical writing and presentation skills related to proposal development and management.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or above in urban and regional planning, engineering, public or business administration, and/or associated disciplines.

3 years or more of progressive experience related to strategy, market analysis, and/or project delivery of microgrid or energy storage infrastructure or other relevant work history.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management training preferred.

Location
Flexible – California or Colorado preferred but not required.

Some travel will be required based on project and business development needs.

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve.

We believe in innovation and social responsibility.

We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide.

We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality.

We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work.

We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions.

We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans status or other characteristics protected by law.

Gannett Fleming will not sponsor an employment visa (e.g., H-1B visa), including any visa renewal during employment, for any candidate for this position.

No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.

Local candidates will be given preference.

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