Careers

Description

We are looking for a hands-on Project Manager to drive exciting and innovative microgrid projects in various location across the Northeast. This is a great role for someone looking to play a leadership role at a fast-growing PE backed business. This role will report to our Vice President, Execution. The role is based in the Northeast with preference for NJ/NY/PA.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Serve as the project manager for individual microgrid construction projects for our customers from contract signature to commissioning
• Ensure our internal company functions (i.e. Business Development, Engineering, Service) are aligned throughout the project execution process
• Prepare project schedules, operating rhythms and sequence of operations to ensure all stakeholders (Customers, subcontractors, Material/ Equipment vendors, and local regulatory agencies) are informed and engaged
• Evaluate and manage 3^rd party agreements and relationships with subcontractors and vendors
• Drive pre-construction activities including take-offs, bid solicitation, bid review, subcontractor negotiations and building final project budgets
• Track project costs and schedules to ensure project is delivered on-time and on-target
• Proactively identify and resolve conflicts and develop and implement viable solutions.
• Inform the build out of our Project Management function to keep pace with our company’s rapid growth

Requirements

For you to be successful in the role, you should have:

• 5+ years of experience in Construction Management, general contracting, logistics, engineering, energy industry or military experience
• An understanding of building code and regulations
• Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
• Critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• Initiative, be able to work autonomously and comfortable representing SMS in customer-facing situations
• Some experience with logistics or project management software
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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Description

We are looking for a Parts Manager to lead the purchasing, inventory and logistics required in keeping our projects operating properly. This is a great role for someone looking to play a leadership role at a fast-growing PE backed business. This role will report to our Vice President, Execution. The role is based at our Headquarters in Ridgewood, New Jersey.

 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the development and upkeep of our inventory organization and tracking system
• Carry out all administrative activities needed to order and receive parts, materials, and subcontractor support; reconciling POs, invoicing, and billing
• Manage administrative relationships between our equipment and parts vendors
• Provide parts and materials coordination in support of our service team
• Ensure parts inventory aligns with preventative maintenance schedules and sync up with technicians needs to accomplish service tasks
• Keep historical service and performance logs for all project sites and associated equipment
• Coordinate with other SMS functionals as needed to ensure our projects are performing as intended

Requirements

For you to be successful in the role, you should:

• Must have excellent communication (written + verbal) and organization skills
• Work well in a fast-paced team environment that demands coordination with other company functionals
• Strong computer skills to include MS Excel, MS Project, MS PPT, Inventory mgmt system
• Prior work experience in warehouse settings and with inventory management systems
• A desire to development and implement a new inventory mgmt system
• Has worked with equipment vendors and subcontractors
• Understand and has experience working with mechanical and electrical equipment and parts
• Experience working in a maintenance or parts shop is a plus

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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Description

The Contracts Manager will support the organization in managing its contract negotiations and obligations pre- and post-contract execution, as well as provide hands-on support for diligence activities required by our capital solutions division. The Contracts Manager will report directly to the Chief Commercial Officer.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Manage standard form agreements and continually propose and incorporate feedback to improve standard agreements;
• Support commercialization and standardization of new products;
• Prepare standard form and customized agreements for customers, partners, and vendors as needed to support day-to-day operations;
• Analyze third party agreements for conformance with Scale’s standard commercial position to identify material inconsistencies
• Liaise with legal counsel and incorporate counsel’s input as appropriate;
• Implement version control processes and ensure company-wide training and compliance;
• Manage signature collections process and timely satisfaction of any approvals or conditions precedent
• Manage contracts database, including monitoring existing contracts to ensure conformance with budget, deadlines, performance obligations, customer service, and contract renewals/expiration.
• Ensure company-wide compliance with Scale’s internal approval processes
• Manage the legal and regulatory diligence process for purchasing, selling, and/or financing of distributed energy projects and portfolios.

Requirements

For you to be successful in the role, you should have:

• Strong commercial acumen and familiarity with standard commercial agreements
• Experience preparing power purchase agreements, energy services agreements, M&A transaction agreements, or similar agreements within the distributed energy industry preferred
• Familiar with the electric industry, with a preference for individuals familiar with the distributed energy industry and regulatory frameworks
• Detail and process oriented, with a history of improving and standardizing agreements and contract management processes – balancing speed and agility with internal controls and risk management
• Self-driven, entrepreneurial in nature; willing to step outside of role where needed to support the company’s needs; thrives in fast-paced environment
• Preference for individuals with experience performing and managing buy-side diligence activities
• Bachelors degree required; law degree preferred; 3-5 years post-grad work experience

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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Description

The Business Development Manager is a dynamic role, best suited for a person who is highly ambitious, independent, and personable. This person is responsible for developing a robust pipeline of project opportunities by building relationships with channel partners and potential clients. In addition to managing his or her own day to day schedule meeting with clients and analyzing opportunities, this person will work closely with the West Coast Director of Operations to structure a platform for future growth. He or she will be a key stakeholder as SMS grows its presence in California and this is a unique opportunity to be a part of California’s energy transition to a clean, distributed grid during the most critical period in our lifetimes.

Our ideal candidate should possess a deep understanding of energy technologies and the energy landscape in the US, as well as foundational business and sales acumen.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing a robust pipeline of microgrid opportunities in line with SMS’ overarching California go to market strategy
• Strengthen relationships with channel partners through consistent engagement
• Bring thoughtful, innovative ideas to strategic discussions
• Perform initial analysis of microgrid opportunities to determine baseline feasibility, work with Project Development team and Operations Director to further scope and refine project opportunities
• Work with clients through the entire project development phase to ensure the project flows continuously through the pipeline from lead generation through commissioning and operational phases.
• Work collaboratively across disciplines within SMS to improve processes and drive overall business efficiency

Requirements

For you to be successful in the role, you should:

• Demonstrate the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and sometimes ambiguous environment
• Be self-motivated, requiring minimal oversight to excel
• Be based in Northern California + willingness to regularly travel within the state
• Have expertise creating and maintaining spreadsheets and presentations in MS Office
• Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Have excellent verbal, written, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Have expert knowledge in one or more of the following: energy markets, policy landscape, and technology. 

In addition, the following would be preferred:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, environmental science, engineering, or other related field
• Experience working in the energy sector and a deep knowledge of California energy landscape
• Sales or business development experience with proven track record (5-7 years preferred)
• Demonstrated desire to take on leadership positions and management responsibilities

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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Description

In this role, you will use your strong technical and communication skills to interface with electric utilities to understand and summarize requirements for inter-connection of our Microgrid to their systems for our Business Development (BD) teams to evaluate new customers for Microgrid deployment. This is a great role for someone looking to play a key role at a fast-growing PE backed business. This role will report into our Chief Technology Officer and ideally based in Southern California.

Responsibilities include:

• Investigating the interconnection which includes modifications to existing design concepts that are applicable for each site
• Filing the interconnection applications and all the technical information required to get an acceptable design and approval from the utility
• Working with the BD teams on specific projects to ensure the integration of the Microgrid is practical and cost effective. This includes working with existing service entrance one line drawings, or creating new ones, to provide the best design interface for functionality and cost
• Working with switchgear manufacturers like Schneider Electric to develop innovative designs and costing that are scalable to many jobs and customer sites. This includes working at voltage levels of 13.8, 4160, 480, and 208 depending on site and system size
• Providing significant input to the Solar, battery, and generator designs to optimize performance, reliability, and sustainability for each customer site

Requirements

This is a great opportunity to grow your technical skills and increase your business acumen. For you to be successful in the role, you should have:

• A thorough understanding of rotating power with reciprocating engines in the 200 to 2000kw size range per engine. This includes parallel operation with the utility bus as well as with other DER’s both in grid parallel mode as well as island mode operations.
• A solid understanding of the utility side of the interconnection.
• Knowledge of the various DER power sources within the Microgrid and how they best interface with the utility to provide a more efficient system.
• Knowledge of emissions from the utility side as well as each of the DER’s.
• Knowledge of systems controls for all the DER’s and how they can be utilized to accomplish specific goals while part of the Microgrid.
• Strong communication skills including the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical people to make projects work
• BS in Electrical Engineering with a focus on the power side
• PE in power or progressing towards that license
• Advanced courses in power or higher level degree preferred

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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