Director Project Controls

Join the Origis Energy Team!

Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining Zero^SM. As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world’s net-zero goals. Origis Energy puts customers first to deploy a wide range of sustainable solutions for grid power generation and performance, clean hydrogen and long-term operation of solar, energy storage and clean hydrogen plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL.

The Origis team, regarded as one of the leading developers in the U.S., is committed to living five core values in all interactions both with each other and external stakeholders:

Solve for Tomorrow. A role with Origis Energy puts you at the forefront of the transition to clean energy. Are you ready to bring new ideas? Do you exist to find solutions? That’s how we revolutionize energy and build a carbon-free future - through unmatched service and relentless innovation.

Rise Together. To succeed here, you’ll collaborate with others and work as one team, across various teams including solar and energy storage development, financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operations, maintenance and asset management. Are you open to diverse perspectives and prepared to work seamlessly across disciplines to reach our collective goals?

Perform at Peak. We’re seeking team members who bring authentic energy and passion to every task. How can you use your natural strengths, genuine optimism and intelligence to make your greatest contributions to Origis?

Inspire & Grow. The Origis team is comprised of knowledgeable, passionate solar and energy storage experts who bring deep expertise and solution-driven thinking to clients. A successful Origis team member encourages others and sets a high bar for growth. We have a culture of continuous improvement because each team member takes the role of both learner and mentor.

Be Resilient. The spirit in which we tackle the energy challenges and objectives of our clients means we consistently stretch for the extra mile. We all take initiative and remain adaptable, overcoming obstacles by prioritizing respect.

Position Description 

The Director, Project Controls position, reporting to the Sr Director of Project Controls provides project controls functional leadership support to the portfolio of projects that they are assigned to. This position serves as a key liaison between EPC, Finance, FP&A and Treasury teams to manage and monitor Cost, Schedule, and Risk Management aspects of the portfolio. Prior experience working alongside Project Controls/FP&A/Treasury/Finance teams is preferred. 

The Director, Project Controls is a regular, full-time position, and is eligible for our generous employee benefits package, including employer paid health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions, and other great benefits. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Responsible for working with Project Controls, FP&A, Treasury, and Finance teams to develop multi-year EPC development and construction portfolio planning, including pro-forma P&L forecasts and working capital needs. 
• Conduct ad-hoc financial modeling and analysis to provide insightful and actionable information for our business.
• Interfaces with project finance to provide latest EPC inputs and assumptions
• Responsible for Cost, Schedule, Risk Management, and Change Management support during the development and construction phases of all Origis Energy Utility-Scale and Distributed Generation Solar and Battery Storage projects.
• Develops reliable tools, systems & processes, and adopts best practices necessary to successfully track development and construction progress and control project costs, schedule progress and risks.
• Responsible for and provides functional support for the creation of detailed cost reports, cashflows, Schedule creation and updates, monthly progress reports, support contractor evaluations during RFP/Bid stages support project finance model updates and construction loan draws.
• Responsible for tracking, analyzing, and evaluating EPC vendor performance against contract obligations (pre and post-contract award), tracking risks, and recommending corrective actions.  
• Supports the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and strategic planning activities by consolidating key financial information, business drivers, and supply-chain trends leveraging external research and internal information team expertise.
• Provide preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual cost and schedule progress reports both at the project level and consolidated portfolio level, by reviewing variance of actuals vs budget vs forecast, analyzing trends, and preparing insightful reports, and vendor accruals.
• Identify and lead initiatives to continuously improve, automate, and scale forecasting and reporting tools, processes, and methodologies.  

 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, project management, engineering, technical, or equivalent
• Minimum 12 years of project controls experience managing multiple projects and portfolios is required. Renewable Industry experience is required. 
• Prior experience in the Project Finance Closing process and experience working alongside FP&A/Finance/Treasury teams is preferred.
• Proficient in project controls principles
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving ability
• Rigorous and detailed orientated with the highest regard for accuracy and completeness
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in an integrated team environment
• Experience with ERP and business analytics tools (SAP S/4Hana and Power BI preferred)
• High proficiency in Excel; MS Project, Visio, and SAP a plus
• Experience in construction/project-oriented operating environment – solar industry a plus
• Knowledge of percentage of completion revenue recognition a plus
• Subcontract administration and change management experience a plus
• Prior construction claims and/or litigation experience a plus 

 

Key Attributes for Success 

• The candidate selected will be a self-starter and able to work independently with minimal direction, while being a strong team player.
• Must be invested in the successful execution and completion of projects within budget and on time
• Has a strong sense of urgency and bias for action
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and apply logic and problem solving skills to resolve complex fact patterns
• Ability to become a trusted advisor and reliable go-to resource
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and planning software, processes and best practices
• Proven capability regarding communication, cross group collaboration, and relationship management
• Ability to work with all levels of management and key stakeholders
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm 

 

Location   Miami, FL  |  Austin, TX  |  |  Remote  |  

Travel   25% to 50% travel required as necessary 

Job Level   Director – no direct reports 

Origis Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences as that is what makes our employees unique. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. More information is available here.

Request for Support or Accommodations: As part of our effort to provide equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities, we are happy to offer support and special accommodations in order for you to successfully reach us with your interest. Please reach out to us at candidateaccommodations@origisenergy.com if you would like to request help with your application.