Assistant Project Manager, Construction

CleanCapital•New York, NY

16d•$79,433 - $107,468•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager, Construction role will support the construction team and Senior Project Managers in planning, coordinating, executing, and overseeing solar and battery storage construction projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards. The APM will play a critical role in managing day-to-day project operations, maintaining project documentation, coordinating with EPCs and equipment vendors, budgeting and completing cash management, and ensuring quality projects are placed-in-service and brought to substantial completion. The ideal candidate will also be AI-curious and forward-thinking, who actively integrates AI tools into their daily professional routine.

Requirements

2-3+ years of experience in Construction Management
2-3+ years of experience in Budgeting, Cost Control, and Invoicing
2-3+ years of experience in Scheduling
2-3+ years of experience in Contract/PO Review and Negotiation
Must have previous experience as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager
Must have previous experience in renewable energy and solar projects
Proven AI literacy, including understanding AI strengths, limitations, and ethical considerations
Proficient in Microsoft Word
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Proficient in Microsoft Project
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical drawings
Must have the ability to define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound conclusions
Proven ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Keen attention to detail.
Project management skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Willingness and ability to travel to project sites as needed and complete site visits.

Nice To Haves

Proficient (or familiar with) in Bluebeam Revu

Responsibilities

Act as the main point of contact on projects of varying size and type
Transition projects from development complete stage to turnover to asset management team
Assist in preparation of RFPs and bidding processes
Assist in contract preparation and negotiation
Generate schedules as needed using Microsoft Project to assess project timelines
Monitor project progress and report back to the team
Review project documents such as PVSysts, civil, structural, and electrical drawings, permits, leases, interconnection agreements, etc.
Maintain organized project files such as contracts, purchase orders, safety plans, RFIs, submittals, QA-QC reports, meeting minutes, monthly reports, close-out documentation, etc.
Review contractor generated files such as RFIs, submittals, and QA-QC reporting and provide comments/feedback as necessary
Prepare internal reports as required
Maintain internal logs and record keeping as required
Complete other miscellaneous project documentation, such as EIA reporting, project incentive paperwork, utility and interconnection portal uploads, GATS and PSC registration, insurance and bonding requirements, etc.
Meet with the contractor and run/host contractor meetings to determine project status
Complete site visits at project milestones to review EPC progress
Support procurement of materials and equipment, including issuing POs and tracking deliveries
Coordinate storage and freight for owner-supplied material
Review and oversee all contractor/EPC/and equipment vendor invoices
Work with accounting to guarantee all invoices are processed and provide information as needed
Utilize CleanCapital budgeting procedures to analyze project costs and forecast cash management needs
Negotiate change orders
Identify potential project cost overage and discuss with Senior Project Managers