Project Manager, Project Development

About Us

With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world's leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.

Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.

At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.

Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.

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Manager, Project Development-North America

What You Will Be Doing

ChargePoint, a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure company, seeks a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager to oversee the successful planning, execution, and completion of EV charger installation projects.

As a Project Manager, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to ensure EV charging infrastructure's timely and efficient deployment. You will play a crucial role in overseeing the lifecycle of EV charger deployments, ensuring our charging infrastructure's successful implementation and operation. In this role, you will be part of the Global Fleet Team, reporting to the Manager of Project Development at ChargePoint, supporting the North American and European markets.

Your responsibility encompasses electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), infrastructure, and the fleet's operational needs, mixed fleets including vehicle and energy management solutions that consider the charging capabilities, dwell time, routing and scheduling of the vehicles, and integrations with 3rd party platforms. A key responsibility is performing detailed site evaluations and developing electrical drawings with recommendations for the customers with the deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure that minimizes risk and up-front costs while ensuring ease of scalability. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to advancing sustainable transportation and shape the future of EV charging technology.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, goals, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation, for EV charger installation projects
• Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with internal teams, external contractors, utilities, property owners, and local authorities to obtain necessary permits, approvals, and ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle
• Project Execution: Manage all aspects of EV charger installations, including site assessments, equipment procurement, construction, and commissioning, while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Budget and Cost Control: Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and implement cost control measures to ensure projects are completed within approved budgets
• Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, identifying critical milestones, dependencies, and resource requirements. Monitor progress, identify potential delays, and proactively address issues to ensure on-time project delivery
• Risk Management: Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Implement effective risk management processes to minimize project disruptions and address unforeseen challenges
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare regular project status reports, documentation, and presentations to update stakeholders on project progress, key metrics, and achievements
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Customer Support, to ensure seamless project coordination and customer satisfaction
• Lessons Learned: Conduct project reviews to identify lessons learned, best practices, and areas for improvement. Share knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP) are a plus
• 10+ years in project management
• Proven experience as a Project Manager, explicitly managing construction or infrastructure projects. Experience in EV charger installations is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Solid understanding of electrical systems, construction processes, and local building codes and regulations
• Prior experience working with airports and familiarity with airport construction processes and protocols is a plus
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at various levels and resolve conflicts
• Proactive problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality results
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites, as needed, up to 50% of the time
• The applicant must be a proven critical thinker, self-motivated, and able to manage their time effectively

Location

US, Remote

ChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $58,500 to $136,129. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.

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