Construction Manager

Orenda

Location not specified

Full Time

Posted April 12, 2026

$120k - $170k

Energy Storage

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Job Description

Orenda is on a mission to make the grid more efficient with renewable energy projects and proprietary asset management technology.

Key Responsibilities

The Construction Manager is Orenda's contract administrator and commercial lead for construction, responsible for delivering multiple BESS projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. You will own each project from the notice to proceed through commissioning and handover to asset management — administering the construction contracts, adjudicating change orders and claims, controlling cost and schedule, and directing general-contractor performance across a concurrent portfolio.
Reporting to the Director of Construction, you are the primary decision-maker on your projects and the owner of every decision with contractual or commercial consequence. You direct the general contractor, coordinate with utilities and equipment vendors, manage the commissioning process, and drive each project through closeout. A Project Engineer supports you with day-to-day on-site representation and administrative coordination, so the role is primarily office-based with site visits as needed. You operate in New York City's dense urban regulatory and interconnection environment, coordinating closely with NYC agencies and Con Edison, and you represent Orenda with contractors, landowners, AHJs, and other external stakeholders while working closely with development, pre-construction, and asset management internally.
This role also carries responsibility for building the construction team. You will onboard and mentor new members of the construction team, giving them real project responsibility and coaching them toward independent leadership.
This role is ideal for: a builder-operator who can run the field with calm authority and commercial discipline. You have deep experience delivering complex electrical or industrial projects end-to-end, and you treat safety, schedule, and cost control as non-negotiables. You can lead GCs and trade partners without drama, resolve scope conflicts quickly, and translate messy field reality into crisp decisions and reliable forecasts for leadership. You thrive in a fast-moving environment where process, documentation, and disciplined handoffs are how we scale predictable construction delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Direct experience administering construction contracts, including change orders, payment requests, budget management, and delay claims.
5-7+ years in owner's-representative, project-management, or contract-administration roles on commercial, industrial, or infrastructure construction.
Proven ability to coordinate complex projects and schedules across utilities, AHJs, and contractors.
Strong commercial and financial acumen, including monthly forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.
Ability to hold contractors accountable to their safety plans.
Proficiency with scheduling software and construction project management platforms.
Experience working with NYC agencies (DOB, FDNY, DEP, OTCR) and Con Edison in complex interconnection environments.
Experience in Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) or broader renewable energy projects.
Professional Engineer License, PMP or CCM certification.

Benefits & Perks

At Orenda, you’ll help build the real-world infrastructure that makes the energy transition possible.
You’ll join a mission-driven culture that values ownership, accountability, continuous learning, high performance, and genuine collaboration. We work hard, move quickly, and enjoy doing it together.
In addition to the chance to do important work with a great team, Orenda offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent:
Base Salary: The anticipated base salary range for this full-time position in New York City is $120,000-$170,000 ****per year. The final base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.
Bonus: In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible for a significant annual performance-based bonus.
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan, with 3% employer match LifeTime Fitness corporate membership Monthly commuter stipend Learning and education stipend Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy Regular company events