Project Director- BESS- Canada

Project Director- BESS- Canada
GTA, ON
CG-6340          

Meridia Recruitment Solutions has partnered with e-STORAGE, a subsidiary of Canadian Solar, to recruit a Project Director to join their team in Ontario.

Over the past 23 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Now, with e-STORAGE specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications, our client offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE has successfully implemented over 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations worldwide (US, Canada, UK, China), demonstrating that they are fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity of approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy.

Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects across the world. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8
GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh at advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.

Role Description

Reporting to the Managing Director Operations and Service in Project Implementation and Operations the Project Director will be supporting Canadian projects. This role will be responsible for overseeing the project execution team managing BESS projects from contract negotiation through to final completion. This includes providing direction and technical input on related activities with various stakeholders, including internal departments, the client/owner, equipment vendors, EPCs, general contractors, and various subcontractors. Project management, contract review, and EPC construction experience are required, along with demonstrated influence, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

By joining e-STORAGE, you will be part of a world-class energy storage solution provider. With access to industry experts and a leading manufacturing capacity, you will be well-equipped to build on our client's excellent track record and play a critical role in making clean energy a way of life, versus just a solution. In return for your skills and expertise, you will be rewarded with a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth and development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop resource requirements for the project execution team, including project managers, project coordinators, and construction managers.
• Control and approve project budgets for scope, cost, and risk (planned vs. actual).
• Assign the execution team to cross-functional projects of high complexity (quality, scope, schedule, cost, communication, resource issues, risks, and customer satisfaction).
• Review and provide input on contract documentation, including head agreements and schedules for EPC contracts, EPC subcontracts, and supply agreements.
• Create and maintain processes, procedures, and tools for effective project planning and execution.
• Assist in estimating project costs and developing project schedules.
• Meet with senior-level stakeholders (clients, suppliers, internal) to negotiate and resolve conflicts.
• Oversee and determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
• Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members, and determine key performance indicators to monitor performance.
• Organize project lessons learned reviews to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the CSI Energy Storage Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to and enforce all health and safety rules and company policies.
• Complete other duties and projects as assigned.

Your qualifications will include:

• Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or Business degree or diploma.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in managing construction projects and 5 years of managing direct reports.
• Experience with utility-scale renewable construction projects is an asset.
• Solid and effective interpersonal and communication skills (including oral, written, and visual).
• Strong negotiation, facilitation, risk management, and consensus-building skills.
• Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems, and photovoltaic or Energy Storage system applications is required.
• Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and execute in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a strong ownership mentality.
•  Expert knowledge of creating business requirements, work plans, project schedules, and associated project artifacts.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to function successfully both independently and within a team.
• Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct.
• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends) as required.
• Travel required to client and supplier facilities and sites under construction as needed.

Compensation & Benefits:
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 7% RRSP matching, medical/dental/life/disability program, vacation, and sick days.

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.