Project Manager, M&A

Job Description

The Project Manager will play a critical role in supporting MEI's acquisition and development efforts by leading and coordinating the technical aspects of project diligence, estimating support, and cross-functional execution. Reporting directly to the VP of Engineering & Preconstruction, this role is designed for an intermediate-level professional with a strong engineering foundation, practical construction experience, and the ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary workflows.

This position is ideal for a hands-on problem solver with an engineering mindset who thrives in fast-paced environments, can zoom in on technical details while maintaining a high-level project view, and enjoys working across teams to move deals from early diligence through bid and acquisition readiness.

You will work on a wide range of renewable energy projects, helping to drive MEI's growth through thoughtful creative problem solving, and clear, pragmatic advice, leveraging Madison's subject matter experts to get projects ready for construction. What You'll Be Doing:

Perform detailed technical reviews of project documentation, including drawings, specifications, studies, and reports

Map and manage the permitting pathways to drive projects to the start of construction.

Support and help organize the technical due diligence process for acquisitions, identifying risks, gaps, and key assumptions

Manage external resources utilized for project development and diligence support.

Summarize technical findings and communicate implications clearly to internal stakeholders

Track multiple active acquisition opportunities and diligence workstreams simultaneously, ensuring tasks, deliverables, and deadlines are met

Develop, maintain, and improve diligence checklists, workflows, and internal processes to support scalable deal execution

Serve as a central point of coordination between engineering, construction, development, delivery, finance, and external consultants

Manage early development engineering on projects prior to acquisition

Oversee projects during the transition period to internal construction teams

Support EPC estimating efforts by organizing inputs, reviewing assumptions, and coordinating technical information needed for pricing

Assist with bid evaluations and comparisons, including reviewing scopes, exclusions, and technical alignment

Provide technical support during contractor selection and negotiation processes What We Are Looking For:

A practical, solutions-oriented engineering mindset with a willingness to step in wherever needed to move projects forward

3-5 years of relevant experience in project management or civil engineering driving renewable energy projects through development and construction; zoning and permitting experience is highly desirable

Prior experience working directly for or with contractors (EPC, GC, or specialty contractors) is highly valued

Strong ability to review and interpret zoning documents, environmental reports, engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports

Familiarity with construction estimating, scopes of work, and contractor bidding processes

Strong written and oral communication skills are required

Fluency with Microsoft suite

Comfort with broad sets of deliverables and ability to set and execute priorities

Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a role that blends engineering, project management, and process improvement

Benefits

PTO and company holidays

Medical, dental, vision

Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance

401(k) and company match

Professional development stipend

Strong culture of collaboration, performance, and personal growth

$100,000 - $150,000 a year

The actual salary offered may vary depending on job-related factors including, but not limited to knowledge, skills, experience and location.

How We Work

At Madison Energy Infrastructure, we believe in the power of clean energy infrastructure to drive real impact—for our customers, our partners, and the communities we serve. We've quickly emerged as a preeminent developer, investor, and operator of distributed generation, helping organizations across sectors meet their energy goals with certainty, speed, and trust. Our robust portfolio consists of over half a gigawatt of clean energy infrastructure projects across more than 25 states.

We're building a team that thrives on ownership and ambition. As we expand into direct, end-to-end services for Fortune 500 companies, public entities, and nonprofits alike, we rely on collaborative thinkers who bring structure to complexity, energy to execution, and curiosity to every challenge.

Our environment is fast-paced and outcome-oriented—but grounded in the belief that how we work together matters as much as what we deliver. If you're excited to shape the future of clean energy and be part of a high-performance, high-integrity team, we'd love to meet you.

Madison Energy Infrastructure is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Full-time