HV Assistant Project Manager (Texas)

SOLV Energy•San Diego, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager supports high-voltage (HV) construction and operations to help ensure successful project execution. The role is based full-time at a jobsite in Texas and requires regular local and interstate travel. Specific jobsite location and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. The position supports project engineering responsibilities, project compliance, budgeting and forecasting, subcontractor coordination, utility and owner coordination, procurement, scheduling, completion activities, and safe work practices, including in energized substations. Performance is evaluated based on compliance with company policies, procedures, and the Electrical Safety Manual; efficient use of business processes; project profitability, schedule, and quality; customer and client satisfaction; positive team contribution; professional development; and staff development and training. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Requirements

Minimum 3–4 years of work-related experience in power substation design and/or construction.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with others in varied situations.
Ability to work independently to analyze, troubleshoot, and prioritize problems.
Effective written and verbal English communication skills.
Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and coordinate.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 20 or more pounds; constant finger dexterity and sensory demands; and occasional climbing and carrying.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification or directly relevant industry experience.
Knowledge related to construction and operation of electrical equipment and installation.
P6 scheduling experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and communicate Project Engineer responsibilities to support project success.
Review Power Purchase Agreements, Generator Interconnection Agreements, utility interconnection requirements, contract requirements, System Impact Studies, Facility Studies, and Customer/Owner Engineer requirements for project compliance.
Review LNTP and early-stage deliverables.
Assist in preparing high-voltage project budgets and forecasts.
Assist in developing subcontractor scopes of work and support subcontracting efforts.
Manage high-voltage subcontractors, including billings, RFIs, status reports, and risks.
Manage high-voltage scope changes.
Participate in project kick-off meetings.
Manage and collect RFIs.
Participate in utility coordination, owner coordination, and SE team meetings.
Participate in material procurement and work with the Engineering team on procurement.
Review construction schedule and scope.
Schedule on-site kick-off meetings.
Assemble the final completion punch list.
Participate regularly in team meetings and calls.
Demonstrate and maintain a safe work environment and direct safe work practices in energized substations.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.