Application Guide
How to Apply for Utility Scale Solar & BESS Project Manager [Hybrid or Remote]
at EDF Renewables
🏢 About EDF Renewables
EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience in renewable energy across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. They develop, build, and operate a diverse portfolio including utility-scale solar, wind, battery storage, and innovative solutions like green hydrogen and microgrids. Working here means contributing to the clean energy transition with a company that has both the stability of a large enterprise and the dynamism of a renewable energy pioneer.
About This Role
As a Utility Scale Solar & BESS Project Manager, you will oversee multiple solar EPC projects from development through commercial operation, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. You will be the primary point of contact for stakeholders including owners, utilities, landowners, and subcontractors, and will collaborate closely with internal teams such as engineering, procurement, and construction. This role is critical to delivering reliable, low-carbon energy solutions that power communities and businesses.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve morning calls with project teams to review progress on multiple solar and BESS projects, followed by meetings with external stakeholders such as utilities or landowners to resolve issues. You could also spend time reviewing budgets, schedules, and contracts, and coordinating with engineering and procurement teams to ensure project milestones are met. Occasionally, you might travel to project sites to oversee construction or attend meetings with local municipalities.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who EDF Renewables Is Looking For
- 5+ years of project management experience in utility-scale solar or battery energy storage system (BESS) projects, with a proven track record of managing EPC contracts.
- Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction processes, including permitting, interconnection, and grid compliance.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interface effectively with landowners, utilities, and local municipalities.
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project) and a PMP certification is preferred.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as needed and thrive in a remote or hybrid work environment.
📝 Tips for Applying to EDF Renewables
Highlight your experience with utility-scale solar and BESS projects specifically, using quantifiable metrics such as project size (MW), budget managed, and timeline adherence.
Emphasize your ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and navigate complex stakeholder environments, as EDF Renewables values collaboration and adaptability.
Tailor your resume to include keywords from the job description, such as 'EPC', 'interconnection', 'permitting', and 'stakeholder management', to pass applicant tracking systems.
Research EDF Renewables' recent projects and mention them in your cover letter to demonstrate genuine interest in the company's mission and portfolio.
If you have experience with innovative technologies like green hydrogen or microgrids, highlight it, as EDF Renewables is involved in these areas and values forward-thinking candidates.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your specific experience managing utility-scale solar and BESS projects from inception to commercial operation, including any notable achievements.', 'Your ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external stakeholders such as utilities, landowners, and subcontractors.', "Your alignment with EDF Renewables' mission to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future, and why you want to work for them specifically.", 'Your adaptability to remote work and willingness to travel to project sites, demonstrating flexibility and commitment.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore EDF Renewables' project portfolio on their website, focusing on recent utility-scale solar and BESS projects in North America.
- → Read about EDF Renewables' company values, mission, and recent press releases to understand their strategic priorities and culture.
- → Research the renewable energy market in the U.S., including key policies like the Inflation Reduction Act, and how they impact utility-scale projects.
- → Look up the backgrounds of the Senior Project Manager or Associate Director you might report to, to understand their experience and leadership style.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Failing to tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight utility-scale solar and BESS experience specifically, as generic project management applications are less likely to stand out.
- Underestimating the importance of stakeholder management in the cover letter; EDF Renewables values collaboration with external parties, so not addressing this is a mistake.
- Not demonstrating flexibility for travel or remote work, as the role requires both and candidates who seem unwilling to travel may be overlooked.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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