Director of Project Management
$185k - $245k/yr
Expert
Bachelor's
Charlottesville, VA, USA
In PersonTravel to project sites throughout Virginia and neighboring states generally at least once per month.
Project & Program ManagementProgram Management
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related technical field is preferred.
- At least 10 years of project management experience in EPC, construction, energy, infrastructure, or related industries is required.
- At least 5 years of leadership, supervisory, team development, or project leadership experience is required.
- Experience managing complex utility-scale solar, EPC, energy, infrastructure, or related construction projects is required.
- Experience overseeing multiple concurrent projects, project teams, or project portfolios is required.
- Experience managing project financial performance, forecasting, budgeting, contract administration, and commercial risk is required.
- Ability to build relationships, influence decisions, and communicate effectively with executive leadership, customers, and key stakeholders is required.
- A current, valid driver’s license and eligibility for corporate vehicle insurance coverage are required.
- Willingness to travel to project sites throughout Virginia and neighboring states as needed, generally no less than once per month, is required.
- Ability to traverse and inspect all areas of a jobsite in all types of weather, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching, is required.
- Ability to wear standard personal protective equipment on project sites is required.
- Proficiency in Procore, Microsoft Project, and related construction management software is preferred.
- Understanding of EPC contract administration, commercial risk management, forecasting, project controls, and customer relationship management is preferred.
- Ability to balance strategic priorities with day-to-day project execution needs is preferred.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and alignment with the company’s stated core values and its safety, accountability, and quality culture are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support the leadership, development, and mentoring of the Project Management team while fostering accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
- Establish and maintain standardized project management processes, tools, workflows, and performance expectations for consistent project delivery.
- Oversee project execution across the EPC portfolio to ensure alignment with safety, quality, schedule, budget, and contractual objectives.
- Monitor project performance, identify portfolio-level risks, and support project teams in resolving complex issues, escalations, and execution challenges.
- Support project staffing and resource allocation decisions across the portfolio to align business priorities, workloads, and project needs.
- Monitor and report on project and organizational performance metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with Executive Leadership and cross-functional teams to drive organizational alignment, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Build and maintain relationships with customers, subcontractors, partners, and key stakeholders, and support customer engagement and issue resolution.
- Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, Estimate at Completion reporting, and portfolio risk management.
- Support negotiation, administration, and interpretation of EPC contracts, major project agreements, and commercial terms.
- Promote consistent project delivery standards, accountability, and customer-focused execution across the Project Management organization.
- Directly support execution of larger, more complex, or high-priority projects while serving as a senior leader and escalation resource across the portfolio.
- Support project teams in navigating project challenges, managing risk, maintaining customer relationships, and delivering projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements.
- Maintain visibility across the project portfolio and support resource planning and project staffing decisions.
- Work closely with Executive Leadership, Preconstruction, Construction Management, Engineering, Safety and Environmental Compliance, Finance, and key customer stakeholders to support successful project outcomes and continuous improvement across the project lifecycle.
- Provide leadership support and assistance to Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and Assistant Project Managers.
Desired Qualifications
- Project Management Professional certification is preferred.
- Experience leading, mentoring, and developing Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers is preferred.
- Experience leading project delivery teams across multiple concurrent projects and complex stakeholder environments is preferred.
About the company
Sun Tribe develops and delivers clean energy projects with a focus on long-term durability and partner value. The company handles upfront de-risking, comprehensive development and engineering, and maintains ongoing, trust-based relationships to ensure projects stand the test of time. Its process combines rigorous risk assessment, expert design and execution, and sustained collaboration to turn legacy-grade projects into reliable energy assets. Compared with competitors, Sun Tribe differentiates itself through its emphasis on the integrity of partnerships and the goal of creating durable, long-lasting energy solutions rather than quick wins. The ultimate goal is to produce clean energy projects that deliver dependable performance and enduring value for partners, communities, and stakeholders.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Charlottesville, Virginia
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The February 2025 Cumberland Forest deal added 17 clean-energy projects on former mines.
- Sun Tribe’s school partnerships, including Virginia Beach, create workforce pipelines and civic goodwill.
- Its remaining EPC and O&M work benefits from TerraForm’s 6,000 MW development ecosystem.
What critics are saying
- TerraForm Power bought Sun Tribe Development in May 2025, shrinking Sun Tribe’s core growth engine.
- Virginia’s 2026 solar permit rules tighten local review, slowing projects like Cumberland Solar.
- EPC and O&M remain small service businesses; larger contractors can squeeze margins and hiring.
What makes Sun Tribe unique
- Sun Tribe mastered utility- and community-scale solar in Virginia and the Southeast since 2019.
- Its coal-mine redevelopment niche wins hard sites others avoid, like Cumberland Forest projects.
- EPC and O&M stayed independent after TerraForm Power bought development, preserving services depth.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Holidays