BESS Project Manager responsible for leading energy storage project development at BlueWave. Ensuring technical soundness and project readiness through cross-functional collaboration and management.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for storage-related coordination across internal teams, EPCs, OEMs, engineers of record (EORs), utilities, and other external partners
Lead and coordinate storage system design development, including system architecture, equipment selection, and integration approach (AC-coupled, DC-coupled, standalone)
Support OEM and vendor evaluation and selection in coordination with Engineering, Procurement, and Development leadership
Request, review, and manage storage-related technical documentation (spec sheets, layouts, single lines, UL listings, installation and O&M manuals) to ensure consistency and readiness for permitting, interconnection, and financing
Coordinate storage inputs required for permitting, interconnection applications, land use approvals, and environmental review
Manage and lead all required permitting activities including state, federal, and local approvals for project financing and construction
Lead community engagement efforts and additional outreach to involved third-party stakeholders and all AHJs
Manage storage-specific schedules, milestones, risks, and budgets during the development phase
Support constructability reviews and readiness assessments prior to notice to proceed (NTP)
Partner with EPCs and execution teams during pre-construction and commissioning planning to ensure a smooth handoff
Identify and proactively resolve development-stage risks related to technology selection, site constraints, code compliance, or utility requirements
Stay current on energy storage technologies, safety standards, market trends, and regulatory developments impacting project development
Participate in site visits as needed to support development diligence, pre-construction reviews, and commissioning coordination
Support site identification and origination efforts to deliver new projects to the pipeline
Manage and lead all required real estate agreements and support land owner relationships as the main point of contact
Work with internal project finance team to ensure accurate and consistent economic underwriting of all project proformas; assist with ongoing financing needs and diligence required across all stages of development
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Construction Management, or a related field required
5-7+ years of experience managing energy storage, solar, or renewable energy projects, with direct involvement in BESS required
Strong understanding of BESS technologies and system configurations
Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary project teams and external partners
Familiarity with development-stage requirements including permitting, interconnection, EPC coordination, and project finance readiness
Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, UL, IEEE) related to energy storage
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced development environment
Willingness to travel periodically to project sites and partner locations.
Benefits
subsidized medical coverage
100% company-paid dental and vision
HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options
commuting stipend for hybrid Massachusetts-based employees
voluntary benefits such as supplemental life, critical illness, and accident insurance
100% company-paid basic life/AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
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