Project Manager

FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously.

Overview

Imagine your impact at FuelCell Energy as we embark on the next phase of our Powerhouse Strategy, where positioning ourselves in the marketplace, growing sales of our platforms is a leading corporate focus. We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated Project Management Professional who, through their communication and influential skills, will drive the continued transformation and commercial success of FuelCell Energy.

Responsibilities:

The Project Manager role is a critical enabler in acheiving Project success. This role must be well-versed and experienced in all facets of Project Management with an unwavering commitment to quality and safety. This individual has strong communication and negotiation skills and has a long track record in successfully developing and executing projects in full compliance with all safety and environmental rules, regulations while achieving COD on time and on budget, if not early and under budget. This individual understands the impact of change, brings real world hands-on experience and is results driven. This leader has progressive management experience, is energetic with proactive critical thinking and decision-making abilities to identify opportunities and achieve results. The Project Manager is responsible for executing full scale Turn-Key Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Power Generation projects.

Specific duties include:

• Identifies and interprets commercial and technical project requirements and translates requirements into internal production documents that are distributed to engineering, procurement, and finance defining the project and equipment allowing for fabrication
• Develop project budgets for Engineering and Construction, monitor project spend, prepare monthly forecasts.
• Develop individual project schedules integrating all stakeholders' tasks, (i.e. design, procurement, EPC, Commissioning).
• Maintain integrated master schedule for all project activities, integrate schedules of contractors to identify critical paths, resource needs and constraints.
• Ensure that work is completed to specification, and per code requirements, within budget and completed on schedule.
• Create various artifacts such as resource plans, project schedules, work breakdown structures, release/iteration plans, communication plans, risk management plans, issues logs, and action and decision logs
• Review contracts, identifying project risks, execution concerns, and validating that the scope of work is fully defined, sufficiently detailed, and reflects the budgeted values.
• Provides project management and supervision of all contracts associated with the project from contract execution through commercial operation. Such contracts may include sales contracts with clients, long term lease agreements, power purchase agreements, and subcontracts and purchase orders with general contractors, engineering firms, equipment suppliers, etc
• Develop Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation and packages, solicit bids, and reviews the resulting proposals ensuring completeness, adequacy, consistency, and adherence to project requirements. Following the review, proposals are objectively reviewed and ranked and provide recommendations to executive management for approval to move forward with the recommendation
• Negotiate subcontracts, purchase order terms and conditions, and change orders with contractors, suppliers, and trade labor supporting project requirements.
• Manage change order requests made by Suppliers, minimizing cost impacts. Document all changes adequately to enable company can defend any unsupported change order requests.
• Responsible for all aspects of the project through its completion including all internal and external reporting, notifications, communication, financial planning, invoicing, scheduling, logistics, engineering, permitting & approvals, construction, and testing meeting contractual obligations and internal process requirements
• Monitors and reports on project status specifically regarding schedule adherence and ensures all project milestones are met on time and on budget
• Acting single point of contact for all project related communication with all levels of Management and all personnel involved in project support, including but not limited to: i) internal engineering, construction management, procurement, logistics, legal, finance, and service, as well as ii) external clients, land owners, owner's engineers, general contractors, trade labor, utilities, inspectors, and government officials
• Direct the work of project team members and guides team in prioritizing work based upon knowledge of customer requirements, project schedule, and various dependencies while driving issues to closure or escalates obstacles to project leadership team as necessary
• Leads multi-function teams in a matrix organization and responsible for developing strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinates with water, gas, sewer, communication and electrical utility providers on utility layouts, related engineering activity, and approvals to construct and operate
• Facilitate that all construction sites are safe from mobilization though COD, perform ad-hoc safety audits.
• Lead acceptance and commissioning process to verify plant complies with contractual obligations and design
• Facilitate and document lessons learned meeting with project stakeholders and suppliers as part of project closeout process.
• May, on occasion, support sales and marketing and / or project development by supporting site walks and introductory client / host facility meetings
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by the Senior Management.
• Assist with the development and support of local Project Management Office policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Limited travel (30%) domestic and international is required

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years project management experience.
• Certification/education in Project Management preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

• Construction experience preferred.
• Extremely proactive and organized.
• Experienced in managing internal and external resources in a matrix organization.
• Self-driven to exceed internal and external customer expectations with proven leadership and management skills.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently or occasionally required to:

• Work in outdoor conditions that includes inclement weather, heat and humidity
• Use a computer
• Travel by car, plane or other forms of public transportation
• Be able and willing to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, respirator, and other PPE as required.
• Travel: up to 15% domestic or international
• Have or be able to obtain a Passport

Equal Opportunity Employer

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.

FuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to talentacquisition@fce.com or contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

NOTE: This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.

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We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.