What does energy sector project manager do?

Project managers are responsible for undertaking an endeavor that has a definite beginning and end called the project. In energy sectors the role of project managers more likely happens to be a functional project managers. A person who has very good experience and expertise in project management is also expected to have energy sector associated functional acumen to make it big. Here is a simple career overview of what a energy project manager career: 1) Energy related career knowledge. This can come from commercial sectors, institutional sectors, industrial sectors etc 2) Building systems associated knowledge like boilers,HVAC/R, Chillers etc come handy 3) Energy is associated with consumption. As a project manager it becomes inevitable for them to devise a strategy to improve energy efficiency, lower costs, conserve energy, devise measures to achieve the energy goals 4) Project management skills including - planning, budgeting, time management, cost management, quality management, vendor negotiation, contract finalization etc is mandate. Certifications like PMP come handy 5) A project manager demands supreme communication skill. This involves interaction with lots of stakeholders, developing and maintaining stakeholder relationship including customer relationship 6) Knowledge of microsoft office tools like word, power point, excel come handy 7) Must manage contractors and customers 8) Must work with customers to find cost-effective strategies to reduce energy usage and demand 9) Track the project status, progress using appropriate energy metrics 10) Create reports on project progress/status and communicate to appropriate stakeholders 11) Must have vision towards the program and propose measures to improve program as such. Generally project is a sub-component of a program What does it take to become a project manger in energy sector? Bachelors degree in energy sector, environmental science etc will help you find your job real fast