Construction Program Manager

Ameresco • Honolulu, HI

1d • $146,000 - $212,000

About The Position

Ameresco is seeking a Construction Program Manager to lead implementation of large-scale federal energy projects in Hawaii. The role focuses primarily on project execution and also includes project development and design activities, ensuring that projects are coordinated and planned and have the federal construction documents, permits, and approvals needed to proceed.

The position provides administrative and technical leadership for construction projects and manages engineering and construction teams throughout design, development, preconstruction, and construction. The manager coordinates with Government representatives, internal teams, vendors, and subcontractors to support safe, high-quality delivery on schedule and within budget. The role also oversees project documentation, risk mitigation, reporting, financial tracking, team resources, safety and quality programs, commissioning, operations and maintenance planning, and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• At least 10 years of construction management experience, including industrial power, electrical/solar, mechanical, or engineering construction project management focused on complex facility infrastructure construction, renovations, retrofits, upgrades, building controls and automation, and energy projects.
• Experience with OSHA safety standards and mechanical and electrical systems development, engineering, and project management regulations, practices, and codes.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple staff and priorities and foster positive business relationships.
• Strong verbal, written, computer, technical communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, Project, and Primavera P6 Scheduler.
• Ability to review confidential US Security Information.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing, issued by the resident state.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in several of the following disciplines: power plants, energy storage systems, microgrids, electric transmission, direct digital energy control systems, variable frequency drives, high-efficiency motors, central plant chiller and boiler installations, lighting retrofits, renewable energy technology, and warranty and service requirements.
• Experience managing federal construction projects.
• Professional Engineering certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and leadership for the administrative and technical management of construction projects.
• Manage engineering and construction teams during project design and development, including scope, subcontractor selection, cost estimation, installation, scheduling, commissioning, start-up, operations, and maintenance.
• Update and maintain preconstruction and construction schedules, and coordinate those activities with Government representatives.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigations, and ensure contingency plans are in place for unforeseen circumstances or issues.
• Develop and coordinate preconstruction and construction documentation required for project execution on federal installations.
• Coordinate with engineering, preconstruction, and construction teams, as well as vendors and subcontractors, to achieve competitive costs, schedules, and delivery for project equipment, supplies, installations, and services.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality control, on-time and on-budget project delivery, and customer satisfaction.
• Provide ongoing project status updates to senior management throughout development and construction.
• Evaluate technologies, methodologies, and equipment and recommend suitable options for each application.
• Lead implementation of site safety and health programs, quality control programs, operations and maintenance manuals, and training activities.
• Prepare project reports and documentation and provide technical assistance and collaboration; update reports for financial tracking and forecasts.
• Manage project teams and resources, including expenditures and job-cost accounting processes for accuracy, documentation, approvals, payment reporting, and tracking.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, and codes.
• Foster positive and effective business relationships at all levels and phases of projects.
• Support internal business development initiatives.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Potential performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role
• Insurance, investment, and incentive plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior