Hiring: Project Director – Engineering & Construction (Renewable Energy) Company: Apex Clean Energy Location: Charlottesville, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:17:05 Employment Type: Contract / Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Apex, Microsoft Excel, Risk Management About the job Experience: •12+ years of experience in utility-scale energy or infrastructure project execution, with a strong focus on renewables. Required Skills: •Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future. •The Project Executive serves as a key driver of project performance, ensuring alignment with Apex’s standards for safety, quality, cost, and schedule, while supporting the company’s mission to accelerate the shift to clean energy. •Lead the execution of multiple, or single large utility-scale wind, solar, and BESS projects, ensuring delivery from pre-construction through COD in alignment with Apex’s development and operational objectives. •Provide direct leadership and oversight to project managers, and construction management teams across multiple active project sites. •Partner closely with Development, Engineering, Procurement, and Asset Management teams to ensure seamless project handoff, execution, and operational readiness. •Establish and maintain project governance, reporting, and performance tracking to ensure transparency and accountability across all assigned projects. •Drive execution strategies, including contracting models (EPC, multi-contract, hybrid approaches), construction sequencing, and resource planning. •Maintain full accountability for project budgets, schedules, and risk profiles, proactively identifying and mitigating execution risks. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; or equivalent experience. •Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent projects or large-scale capital projects (typically $200M+), ideally across wind, solar, and BESS. •In-depth knowledge of project delivery models, including EPC and multi-contract structures. •Proven experience in contract negotiation, commercial management, and project risk mitigation. •Deep knowledge of construction execution, interconnection processes, and grid integration considerations. •Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing, geographically dispersed teams. •Strong executive communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. •Portfolio-level project execution and leadership •Risk management and mitigation •Capital project controls and financial oversight Compensation: •Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!