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Senior Manager, PMO

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Job Description

Do you want to work with high caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Are you committed to advancing the clean energy revolution? Join us at SB Energy, a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our Mission is to provide flexible renewable energy at scale, accelerating the global energy transition and benefiting our planet, customers, communities, and people.

SB Energy develops, constructs, and owns & operates some of the largest and most technically advanced renewable projects across the United States, with headquarters in Redwood City, CA. The company was launched in 2019 and has quickly become one of the largest solar and storage developer/IPPs in the U.S. With almost 3 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy projects in operation or under construction and a multi-GW pipeline, SB Energy is building the renewable energy future – today. SB Energy also utilizes its strong culture of innovation to identify and incorporate new technology into our projects, including our AI-based digital platform, to deliver renewable energy that is local, reliable, and matched to load.

Come join us in accelerating the energy transition to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power!

Basic Function

The Senior Manager, PMO is a member of the SB Energy Project Management team responsible for developing and executing renewable energy projects. The PMO acts as the support of each individual Project Manager by maintaining and managing the schedule, assigning and following up on tasks, leading internal meetings, and shepherding the project through various approval stages. The PMO is the most cross functional member of the team and will interact with every function within the SB Energy organization.

The PMO is a member of the PMO organization, which is responsible for providing SB Energy leadership with an enterprise view of all projects and provides insights to assist in resource planning, strategic actions, and risk management. The PMO organization is also responsible for developing IT solutions used in managing and reporting on projects.

Responsibilities

  • Support Utility Scale Solar and/or Energy Storage projects from acquisition to operating asset.
  • Manage each of the project master schedules and perform regular project health analysis.
  • Lead the internal team’s scheduled meeting, assign and drive action items.
  • Report on project information to the Project Manager and SB Energy leadership.
  • Develop and maintain project dashboards.
  • Contribute to an enterprise view of all projects.
  • Analyze resource needs and information needed for long term planning.
  • Source and implement IT platforms to manage project tasks, schedule, analysis, and reporting.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • BS in Technical field, preferred Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering disciplines.
  • 8 – 12 years’ experience as member of a project team executing the duties of the PMO.
  • Strong people and technical skills.
  • Strong communication skills across all levels of the enterprise, able to lead team meetings and facilitate discussion without being the subject matter expert.
  • Experience with large scale solar or similar construction/engineering projects.
  • PMP or equivalent.
  • Expert in P6 and/or MS Project usage.
  • Knowledge of the Enterprise Project Management (EPM) space.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
  • Proficiency in Excel charting, data analysis, formula and macros usage.

Location: Redwood City, CA (San Francisco Bay Area) is preferred; hybrid in office/remote.

Base Pay: $150,000-170,000

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, such as skill set, experience, certifications, specific work location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Base pay may vary per location due to differences in the cost of living.

The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual discretionary bonus, full Health & Wellness Benefits package, and other applicable incentive perks as outlined in any formal offer made. The final compensation package will be discussed with the candidate during the final stages of the hiring process.

Our Health & Wellness Benefits

SB Energy’s Benefits programs are designed to support our team members and their families while keeping their well-being, happiness, and varying needs in mind. SB Energy employees may enroll in our benefits programs and take advantage of customized perks and offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. We offer the following benefits to all team members:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance: 100% premium covered by the company, for employees and dependents​
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD), Life Insurance, and AD&D Plans
  • Competitive Retirement Benefits with 401(k) company match
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Company Holidays
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • 12 weeks fully paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) –​ Medical & Dependent FSA; Transit & Parking FSA with employer contributions
  • Mental, Physical, Social Health Wellness Offerings with employer contributions
  • Voluntary Legal ​Insurance Plan & Pet Insurance
  • Monthly reimbursement for Phone/Internet/Data
  • Phone Equipment Purchase Benefits
  • Thoughtful Hybrid Workplace Set-up Benefits

Promote Sustainability with a Purpose - At SB Energy, you may choose to become a part of our ‘Just Renewables’ Committee and work along with team members who share a belief in pursuing our mission in such a way that empowers a diverse and inclusive workforce that advances social justice and equity for our employees as well as partners and communities!

SB Energy is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. SB Energy strives to create an inclusive culture and safe environment for all.

To learn more about us, visit www.sbenergy.com.

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