Senior Manager of Project Management

About Sparkfund

Sparkfund is a utility services firm advancing grid capacity by implementing Distributed Capacity Procurement (DCP) models. This approach allows utilities and major energy consumers to install batteries and gensets at critical front-of-the-meter locations, enhancing grid demand responsiveness, reliability, and cost efficiency. With over 3,200 projects across 43 states and 300MW of energized assets, Sparkfund transforms customer-sited assets into valuable portfolio resources.

Role Overview

The Senior Manager of Project Management will lead a portfolio of complex energy and infrastructure projects, managing multiple projects and leading Project Managers and Coordinators. This role is responsible for timely, budget-conscious, and quality execution aligned with customer expectations, while serving as a main liaison for customer stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct planning and coordination of a portfolio of customer EPC projects ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Track portfolio milestones, risks, performance metrics, and financial forecasting.
• Proactively identify potential project delays, budget overruns, and challenges; lead resolution efforts.
• Manage budgeting and financial performance at the portfolio level.
• Support early-stage project development during customer opportunity phases.
• Supervise and develop Project Managers and Coordinators, establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Provide coaching and foster professional growth while standardizing project management practices.
• Collaborate with broader project delivery teams to enhance tools and processes.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for customers, delivering transparent updates on progress, risks, and resolutions.
• Present portfolio status and technical content in accessible terms to varied stakeholders including executives.
• Coordinate regular reporting (weekly, quarterly, annually) on portfolio status.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Programs, Commercial Solutions, EH&S, Finance, and Customer Experience.
• Offer expertise on energy efficiency and sustainable technologies implementation.
• Ensure alignment between customer commitments and operational/project delivery needs.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years' experience in construction management, technical project management, or related fields such as trade contracting.
• Background in HVAC, controls, electrical systems, distributed generation, energy services, or comparable markets.
• Proven experience supervising Project Managers and managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong competencies in project planning, scheduling, cost management, and forecasting.
• Experience handling project contracts, scopes, and change management.
• Skilled in managing customer relations and communicating with executive-level stakeholders.
• Familiarity with project management software and cloud-based information management tools.
• Commitment to occupational safety on work sites and offices.
• Willingness to travel roughly 10–30% based on portfolio needs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Procore project management software.
• Knowledge in battery energy storage, utilities, clean energy, or energy services sectors.
• Exposure to project development in clean energy, resilience, or energy efficiency.
• Comfort with Salesforce, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Slack tools.
• Project management certifications such as PMP, CCM, or similar.
• Relevant safety training or certifications (OSHA, NFPA, etc.).

Success Indicators

• Successful on-time, on-budget delivery of multi-project portfolio.
• Development of a high-functioning, responsible project management team.
• Strong and trusted relationships with customer stakeholders.
• Early risk identification and mitigation to ensure smooth delivery.
• Uniform practices across project management operations.
• Clear communication of progress, issues, and solutions at all organizational levels.

Company Values

• Excellence: High standards in quality, communication, and delivery with continuous improvement focus.
• Stewardship: Responsible management of customer relationships, budgets, resources, and safety.
• Positivity: Solution-oriented mindset, respectful communication, team support, and composure under pressure.

Compensation & Benefits

The position offers a salary range from $165,000 to $209,000 annually, reflecting experience, qualifications, and location, along with eligibility for annual performance-based bonuses.

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan including a 2% employer match.
• Flexible vacation policy with half-day Fridays.
• Paid federal holidays and 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave.
• One-time home office stipend for remote employees.
• Monthly $100 allowance for phone and internet expenses.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Sparkfund embraces diversity and inclusion, providing an equitable environment and accommodations for disabilities and religious practices during hiring and employment. Applicants of all backgrounds encouraged to apply even if not meeting every qualification.

Additional Information

This job profile is subject to modifications based on evolving business needs and is not exhaustive of all duties or qualifications.