Project Manager, Asset Development(or ACM, Assistant Construction Management)

MVA Energy

MVA Energy

Columbus, OH, USA
Posted on Oct 14, 2025

About MVA Energy: HCTNS / MVA Energy marks a new beginning, integrating and expanding the successful U.S. operations of IEN HanChang, a leading Korean power equipment company. We are relocating our established West Coast transformer services and logistics business (HCTNS) to Ohio and launching a new manufacturing and energy solutions venture (MVA Energy), making Columbus our consolidated U.S. headquarters. We aim to become a comprehensive energy solutions provider, covering everything from manufacturing and sales to rental and servicing of transformers and switchgear. We are looking for passionate and pioneering 'founding members' to join us at the start of this incredible journey.

  • Title: Manager (Owner’s Rep Track)
  • Location: Columbus, OH (Rev1 Ventures) | Travel: 30–50% (OH, TX, IL, OR, etc.)
  • Type: Full-time

Mission: Acting as the Owner's Representative, you will manage the entire lifecycle of the company's key physical asset development projects (e.g., manufacturing plants, service centers).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Management: Oversee the full project lifecycle from real estate sourcing, permitting, and design to construction and commissioning.
  • Due Diligence: Analyze potential sites, support LOI/PSA, and manage due diligence materials (Title, ALTA, ESA).
  • Permitting & Entitlements: Manage all zoning and permitting processes, coordinating with state, county, and utility authorities.
  • Contracts & Cost Control: Manage bidding and contracts for design-build (DB/GMP) firms; monitor project budgets.

Qualifications:

  • 4-10 years of experience in development or project/construction management in the industrial, manufacturing, or energy infrastructure sectors.
  • Deep understanding of the real estate development, permitting, and DB/GMP contracting processes.
  • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam).
  • Preferred: A degree in Real Estate Development, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field; PMP certification.

Bicultural Environment:

  • Collaboration with the Korean HQ is required. Understanding of bicultural business environments is necessary; proficiency in Korean or a willingness to learn is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • A competitive base salary.
  • An annual cash bonus (5-15% of annual salary) based on performance metrics (schedule, budget, permits), plus a separate project completion bonus.
  • Eligibility for LTIP and a full benefits package.

How to Apply: Interested Candidates should email a resume and cover letter to han@mva.energy and michael@transformerprice.com

MVA Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

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