Energy Project Manager

Salas O'Brien is currently searching for an Energy Project Manager in our Washington, DC office. In this role you will be working on projects across the entire DOD and Department of the Navy; with both government clients and developers. You will see both sides of the project! No two days will be the same! Are you ready for your next challenge?

You will love it here if you:

• Enjoy traveling and networking;
• Enjoy working with community and military leadership;
• Desire a performance-based culture and semi-annual bonus structure;
• Desire to work closely with Salas O'Brien Senior Leader Team;
• Desire a high growth potential.

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Job Summary:

In this role you will support our U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) clients in the development and execution of energy resilience and redundancy initiatives that leverage third-party development on DoD land. The Energy Resilience Program Manager is responsible for assisting Department of the Navy (DON) clients in the implementation of strategic energy projects that ensure mission-critical installations maintain uninterrupted electrical distribution and operational readiness at all times. This individual will support the government by providing technical and programmatic expertise across a variety of energy generation technologies-both traditional and emerging-with a focus on creating best-value solutions that enhance resilience, reduce risk, and support national security priorities.

The Program Manager will facilitate stakeholder engagement with government, industry, and utility partners to identify and implement energy solutions that utilize underutilized DON land. This may include the development of on-site generation and infrastructure upgrades through innovative third-party financed models. A deep understanding of energy requirements, technology options, and the unique nature of DoD mission assurance is critical to success in this role.

Experience shall include a minimum of five (5) years' experience in energy project development or management, preferably involving complex infrastructure projects and third-party financing. Candidates should demonstrate experience working with federal energy policy, utility systems, and an understanding of distributed energy resources, microgrids, renewables, and energy storage technologies. Familiarity with military installations, mission-critical operations, and DoD energy mandates is strongly preferred.

The Energy Resilience Program Manager will work with the Program Manager on monthly project reports, technical inputs, project tracking, and client management to ensure project timeline, scope, and budget are met.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Department of the Navy's efforts to enhance energy resilience and redundancy through third-party financed energy projects.
• Provide technical subject matter expertise on distributed energy generation technologies including (but not limited to) solar, wind, battery storage, fuel cells, and microgrids.
• Analyze mission assurance requirements and installation energy needs to help identify opportunities for third-party development.
• Facilitate engagement efforts between DoD stakeholders, utility providers, developers, and community partners.
• Conduct research, feasibility studies, technology evaluations, and cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making.
• Develop project deliverables including technical white papers, RFIs, presentations, and executive briefings.
• Assist with drafting Performance Work Statements (PWS), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and related acquisition documents.
• Execute onsite partner and client meetings; approximately 20% travel is required.
• Track project progress and ensure alignment with federal energy mandates, DON priorities, and installation-specific goals.
• Support continuous process improvements and knowledge transfer across similar DoD energy initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

You will be a great fit if you have:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Energy Systems, Environmental Science, or a related technical field.
• 5-8 years of relevant work experience, ideally in the federal energy sector or with DoD clients.
• Preferred military experience or prior support to military installations.
• Strong knowledge of distributed energy systems, utilities, and energy resilience strategies.

Skills/Abilities:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Business Acumen - Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Uses feedback to modify designs; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with challenging topics.
• Project Management - Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
• Safety and Security- Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Location: Washington, DC

Travel: Roughly 20% travel is required. 2-3 days a week will be spent on site at Washington Navy Yard or Pentagon.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

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