Special Projects Manager

it's electric has been named as one of the products that will define technological innovation for the rest of this decade and beyond.

A public charging solution to address the infrastructural and environmental justice barriers cities face in the deployment of electric vehicle charging. Instead of requiring costly and time consuming new utility connections, it's electric’s Level-2 charging posts connect behind-the-meter to draw spare electrical supply from adjacent buildings; allowing them to install at zero cost to property owners or cities. it's electric then shares revenue earned at each charger with the property owners bringing clean transportation infrastructure and the benefits of the green economy into all neighborhoods. With a critical focus on frontline and Justice 40 or disadvantaged communities. it’s electric is bringing affordable, equitable, curbside, EV charging to the millions of city drivers across the United States who cannot charge at home as they park their cars on the street. 

The candidate, role, and relevant experience requirements below describe the expertise and skills we are looking for. The ability for itselectric to scale in this early phase is highly dependent on this role and its associated responsibilities. Candidates should be excited to do the work needed to grow along with one of the most promising climate start-ups working in a rapidly expanding industry.

Requirements

Candidate Requirements:

Strong candidates will have a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience deploying complex projects in urban environments and working with multiple stakeholders, relishing the challenges and satisfaction of seeing a concept built through to completion. As a representative of itselectric in cities across the country, candidates must share itselectric’s passion for bringing clean transportation to all communities.

Relevant Experience: 

We’re seeking an individual whose primary background in management is both broad and versatile with experience managing projects in areas spanning design; design for public space; community planning and engagement; urban planning;  architecture; transportation infrastructure; and other related fields. Candidates should also have familiarity and experience (hands on or in management) across marketing, strategy, research, software, and/or community engagement components as part of their body of experience. Direct experience deploying EV charging is not a requirement.

Role Requirements:

The Special Projects Manager is highly capable, autonomous, and is directly responsible for successful outcomes on multiple, overlapping projects assigned across all phases (concept, development, planning, and execution).  The Special Projects Manager works collaboratively, can support and guide others to achieve deliverables, but must also be able to create and deliver work directly - including early phase deliverables such as research and strategy as well as table stakes of schedule, budget, and reliances . The role will own their projects and will be responsible for all related stakeholder engagement, assurance, and satisfaction.

Candidates will be expected to work with autonomy, clarity, and precision. Deploying projects in urban environments is primarily a social challenge, and candidates should demonstrate the capacity to build and maintain productive, positive, and long-term relationships with stakeholders, while proactively managing the technical aspects of the deployment.

Ideal candidates will be able to work in-person four days a week at itselectric’s offices at Newlab in the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

Ideal candidates will be able to begin work in October of this year.

Benefits

Compensation for this position includes salary ranging $100,000-$160,000 (depending on years of experience and previous demonstrated abilities) Compensation also includes full health coverage, paid time off, and meaningful equity options.