Vice President of Project Execution (EPC)

CleanChoice Energy, a national renewable energy company that empowers people and businesses to cut emissions and live cleaner, healthier lives, is seeking a Vice President of Project Execution to lead our in-house Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) team. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission driven organization transforming the U.S. electricity market by switching homes and businesses to 100% clean, pollution-free energy. 

Job Description

This role is responsible for the successful construction and execution of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects across PJM, NYISO, and ISO New England. Reporting directly to the EVP of Operations for CleanChoice Energy’s Generation division, this leader will oversee all aspects of project execution from late-stage development through mechanical completion and turnover to operations. 

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy
  • Lead the internal EPC team responsible for building CleanChoice Energy’s utility-scale generation portfolio.
  • Develop and implement execution strategies aligned with business objectives, budget, and schedule targets.
  • Build and scale organizational capabilities to support a growing pipeline of construction-ready projects.
• Project Execution Oversight
  • Oversee day-to-day execution of construction activities for multiple concurrent projects.
  • Ensure all projects meet quality, safety, cost, and timeline goals.
  • Provide senior-level oversight of contractor performance, budget adherence, permitting compliance, and scheduling.
• Team Management
  • Manage and mentor a high-performing team including EPC project managers, construction managers, site superintendents, and engineering support staff.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Collaborate closely with Development, Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to transition projects from development to execution.
  • Serve as the key point of contact for executive leadership regarding construction progress and risk management.
• Procurement & Contracting
  • Oversee procurement strategies for equipment and construction services, including negotiation and execution of EPC, procurement, and subcontractor agreements.
  • Manage vendor relationships and ensure contract compliance.
• Risk & Compliance Management
  • Identify and mitigate project risks related to permitting, interconnection, environmental, labor, and supply chain.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local construction regulations and CleanChoice standards.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in utility-scale solar or renewable energy construction, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record managing EPC execution for large-scale renewable energy projects in PJM, NYISO, and/or ISO-NE.
• Deep understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, permitting, safety compliance, and contractor management.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with experience managing cross-functional execution teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational abilities.
• Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree preferred. PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

• CleanChoice Energy is a remote-first work environment with regular travel to project sites and CleanChoice offices as needed (estimated 25–40%).
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet critical deadlines or attend site visits.

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