Senior Project Manager - Project Execution

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit . Job Description: Role Overview The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), power, and industrial infrastructure projects. This role leads cross-functional teams, manages project schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications, and serves as the central point of coordination between clients, contractors, suppliers, and Fluence project resources. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing complex projects within the energy, power, industrial, or battery storage sectors. The Senior Project Manager is expected to maintain full project visibility, drive execution, proactively manage risks, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Planning & Execution: Lead the planning and execution of large-scale projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource management. Monitor project progress against the master schedule and drive resolution of schedule, cost, and execution risks. Leadership & Team Management: Manage and coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, logistics, construction, and commissioning. Communication & Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams. Monitoring & Reporting: Track project performance, prepare status updates, and maintain visibility of key deliverables and action items. Risk Management : Identify and mitigate project risks, manage escalations, and support issue and claims resolution. Documentation & Compliance Ensure project documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements are maintained. Travel Requirements Travel up to 15% as required for project site visits and team meetings. Required Qualifications BS/BA degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline. Minimum 10+ years of experience managing large-scale industrial, power, energy, renewable energy, or BESS projects. Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders. Experience managing projects with contract values of approximately $100M+. Strong leadership, collaboration, and influencing skills. Demonstrated success in client-facing project leadership roles. Strong business acumen and commercial awareness. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a matrixed and global organization. Preferred Qualifications Experience and knowledge of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project experience strongly preferred. Power Plant and/or Substation project experience if preferred. PMP Certification preferred. Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred. Additional Skills Organizational Skills Strong ability to manage complex schedules, resources, budgets, and project deliverables. Communication Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, clients, contractors, and project teams. Problem Solving Ability to identify project challenges, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions. Technical Proficiency Familiarity with project management tools, methodologies, and project controls processes. Experience using Primavera P6 scheduling software is highly desirable. Customer Focus Strong customer-facing presence and stakeholder management capabilities. Ability to build trust and maintain effective client relationships. Our Culture At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world. Unleash Voices We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress. Customer Fluent Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate. Infinite Impact We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come. All In We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success. Equal Opportunity Employer At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Work Authorization To join our team, you’ll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.