Energy Storage Assistant Project Manager, Project Development (Remote)
About The Position
SOLV Energy is seeking an Energy Storage Assistant Project Manager to coordinate the front-end development of utility-scale energy storage projects, from receipt of an RFP through estimating, proposal submission, and transition into preconstruction. The role works closely with Business Development, Estimating, Engineering, and Scheduling to support project scoping, pricing, design, and commercial evaluation, helping ensure opportunities are executable, competitively positioned, and commercially viable upon award. The position combines project management with hands-on estimating and scheduling. Responsibilities include managing the RFP process; developing technical and commercial deliverables; coordinating engineering, estimating, scheduling, contracting, and proposal activities; and supporting an efficient transition to Preconstruction. This is a remote position, with the option to work from a SOLV corporate office. Travel may account for up to 25% of working time, based on business needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 4 years of related work experience in EPC or similar construction environments.
- At least 1 year of estimating and scheduling experience.
- Working knowledge of battery energy storage systems.
- Working knowledge of substations and electrical infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of electrical construction means, methods, sequencing, and installation practices.
- Working knowledge of the EPC project lifecycle.
- Working knowledge of project controls, including estimating, scheduling, cost controls, and forecasting.
- Working knowledge of contract administration and project accounting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and industry-standard tools such as Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Project, and Primavera P6.
- Ability to read, interpret, and analyze construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and prioritize tasks independently.
- Detail-oriented, with strong follow-through and accountability.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
- Ability to adapt and respond quickly in a fast-paced EPC environment.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Energy storage experience is preferred.
- Experience with Trimble Accubid or similar estimating software.
- Experience with CMiC or similar construction ERP software.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate Business Development, Estimating, Engineering, Scheduling, and Preconstruction throughout front-end project development.
- Schedule meetings, prepare agendas and notes, and track action items.
- Review client RFP documents, preliminary designs, geotechnical reports, milestone schedules, and permitting requirements.
- Review preliminary EPC contracts and technical exhibits, including scopes of work, specifications, and division-of-responsibility exhibits.
- Evaluate and respond to client RFIs, and draft and submit RFIs to clients.
- Coordinate early-stage engineering to develop constructable, optimized designs aligned with site, interconnection, and technology constraints.
- Monitor engineering deliverables and manage preliminary engineering through handoff to Preconstruction.
- Prepare electrical estimates, takeoffs, and bills of materials as needed; prepare and issue subcontract bid packages.
- Coordinate estimating to ensure pricing reflects project scope, engineering input, and contract requirements and meets client deadlines.
- Organize and evaluate historical project and estimating data, and develop unit rates for estimating metrics.
- Develop initial project schedules and cashflow projections for proposals, track schedule deliverables, and develop unit rates for schedule metrics using historical data.
- Assemble complete and consistent technical and commercial proposal packages.
- Write proposal clarifications, exclusions, assumptions, and scopes of work; develop site-specific execution, quality, and safety plans.
- Review LNTP contracts and exhibits; develop LNTP scopes of work, pricing, cashflows, and schedules for early project milestones.
- Compile handoff documentation and presentations for transition to Preconstruction.
- Work with Preconstruction to update pricing as design advances, track design and pricing changes, and finalize EPC contract pricing.
- Convert final estimates into project budgets, aligning cost and category codes for import into ERP software.
Benefits
- Medical insurance for employees and families.
- Dental insurance for employees and families.
- Vision insurance for employees and families.
- Basic life insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Company 401(k) plan.
- Vacation pay.
- Sick pay.
- Holiday pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
