VP of Project Execution (Clean Energy)

Overview

Responsibilities

• Direct the construction and commissioning of large-scale renewable energy projects across various geographic regions.
• Oversee the selection and management of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction contractors and major equipment suppliers.
• Manage project budgets often exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars to ensure financial targets and returns are met.
• Implement comprehensive safety and environmental compliance programs across all active construction sites.
• Collaborate with the development team to ensure projects reach financial close with executable plans and manageable risk profiles.
• Report progress, risks, and financial performance to the executive leadership team and board of directors.
• Establish standardized project management methodologies to improve efficiency and scalability across the project portfolio.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in project management or construction leadership within the energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering utility-scale power projects from inception to commercial operation.
• Extensive experience negotiating and managing high-value Engineering, Procurement, and Construction contracts.
• Strong financial proficiency in managing capital expenditure budgets and project accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
• Deep knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations specific to large-scale construction.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree such as a Master of Business Administration or a Master in Engineering Management.
• Professional Engineer license or Project Management Professional certification.
• Specific experience with emerging technologies such as green hydrogen or long-duration energy storage.
• Extensive network of relationships with tier-one solar, wind, or battery equipment manufacturers.

Work environment

• Work is typically performed in a corporate office setting with frequent travel to remote project sites.
• The culture is highly professional and results-oriented, emphasizing safety and operational excellence.
• Hours can be demanding and irregular, particularly during critical construction phases or project commissioning.
• Tools of the trade include advanced project management software, financial modeling tools, and GIS platforms.

Benefits & growth

• Compensation often includes a significant performance-based annual bonus tied to project delivery milestones.
• Long-term incentive plans or equity grants are common in high-growth renewable energy firms.
• Career progression typically leads to C-suite roles such as Chief Operating Officer or Chief Infrastructure Officer.
• Professional development focuses on executive leadership, advanced risk management, and evolving energy policy.