Project Manager, Uplight
$86.6-106.9k
+ Bonus
More information about location
Clean energy technology partner
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Clean energy technology partner
501-1000 employees
Be an early applicant
$86.6-106.9k
+ Bonus
More information about location
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To fuel the transition to clean energy in order to build a more sustainable future.
Role
Who you are
- The right candidate needs to be effective at driving results through cross-functional communication and coordination
- Experience: Typically requires a minimum of three to five years relevant experience in project management, including PMI methodologies
- Education: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as business, project management, or engineering, is preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered
- Proven experience working with external stakeholders to define and implement complex solutions and/or address complex technical/process challenges
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus to drive toward successful outcomes
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple short and long-term projects of varying scopes and time horizons
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective communication among team members and stakeholders
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution: The ability to negotiate with stakeholders and resolve conflicts is important for maintaining project harmony
- Proven ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences both in person and virtually
- Excellent client communication and management skills with an ability to defuse escalated situations
- Up to 30% travel required for in-person client meetings, company on-sites, etc
What the job involves
- We are seeking a Project Manager to be responsible for executing and delivering projects for our utility clients, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget
- The role includes overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept to final delivery, and managing the various resources, stakeholders, and risks associated with the projects
- As a Project Manager, you will represent Uplight as the project team lead to our utility clients during implementation and will be responsible for the overall success of delivering Uplight products and solutions
- You will leverage your knowledge of Uplight’s suite of products to guide clients through the implementation process
- You will be the primary point of contact for external and internal stakeholders involved in projects, ensuring that contracted milestones are met and that risks are proactively mitigated
- As the Project Manager, you will lead a project team and partner cross-functionally within Uplight to drive implementation delivery to meet client expectations and company goals
- To be successful, you’ll need to collaborate with both internal and external resources, including utility program staff, third-party vendors, and Uplight teams
- Overall, we're looking for a Project Manager who will take charge of client communication and internal project management involved in a launch
- Project Execution: Adhere to and reinforce project management best practices and standard operating procedures. Monitor project progress, track milestones, and address any deviations from the project plan. Proactively communicate project updates both to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate or address them. Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle
- Communication: Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and achievements. Facilitate meetings, workshops, and other communication forums as needed
- Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring that the project remains within the allocated budget
- Contract Management: Manage contracts and vendor relationships as needed for project success. Ensure that all contractual obligations for the project are met
- Quality Control: Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and are aligned with project requirements
- Issue Resolution: Identify and address issues that arise during the project, making decisions and adjustments to keep the project on track
- Team Leadership: Lead and manage cross-functional project teams, assigning tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring effective collaboration. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, schedules, budgets, and status reports. Manage accurate epic and story creation and progress, tracking to deliverables, and/or committed deadlines
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project management
- Project Launch & Closure: Ensure proper project closure by finalizing deliverables, conducting post-project evaluations, and documenting lessons learned for future projects. Seamless and timely handoff of client program details to the Operations and Account Management teams after launch
Application process
- Application Deadline: August 15, 2025
Our take
Uplight provides end-to-end technology solutions that aim to increase efficiency within energy ecosystems. The company's tech solutions consist of energy personalization systems to motivate customers to use energy more efficiently, in addition to energy reports, marketplaces, and other API microservices. They're currently working with more than 80 of the world’s leading electric and gas utilities.
Uplight’s software gives these utility companies granular data about how customers consume energy in their homes and businesses and offers ways to reduce their base power demand. They also offer a consumer marketplace for finding rebates and deals on energy-efficient appliances and electric vehicles.
The company has grown rapidly, reaching Unicorn status in 2021, despite only being founded two years previously. Uplight is entering its next phase of growth, focusing on significantly scaling its software solutions to further expand globally. It acquired Virtual Power Plant provider Autogrid in 2023 to embolden these aims.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-6% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Medical & Dental
- Flexible PTO
- 401k Match
- Parental Leave
- Peer Recognition
Company HQ
Boulder, CO
Leadership
Luis D'Acosta
(CEO (Not Founder))Previously Executive Vice President at Schneider Electronics, CEO at SEL, Director General of Mexico for Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories and Power Systems Manager in Mexico for ABB.
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