Project Administrative Associate, Financing Programs

Connecticut Green Bank•Hartford, CT

5d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Connecticut Green Bank is seeking a Project Associate to join its Financing Programs team and support the Solar Marketplace Assistance Program Plus (Solar MAP+). The team manages clean energy financing and project development programs. Solar MAP+ helps municipal and state agency partners, as well as multi-family affordable housing partners, access clean energy and energy savings through solar and battery storage projects. The Project Associate provides flexible project-level execution and administrative support across the team, helping projects progress from early-stage development through contracting, construction, and closeout. The role supports contracting and documentation, project coordination, compliance tracking, data management, and follow-up with internal and external partners. The position reports directly to the Director, Financing Programs and supports the Solar MAP+ team. The Connecticut Green Bank is a quasi-public authority and the nation's first state-level Green Bank. It leverages public funds to increase and accelerate private investment in Connecticut's green economy. The position is expected to be based in the Green Bank's Hartford or Norwalk, Connecticut offices, with opportunities for some remote work. The expected salary range is $65,000–$75,000, with final salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.

Requirements

Demonstrated interest in clean energy, clean energy finance, or project development through coursework and/or work experience, and a strong willingness to learn.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and support multiple projects and initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, time management, and follow-through skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with internal and external partners.
Ability to work efficiently and independently while collaborating closely with a cross-functional team.
Sound judgment, initiative, and creative problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with project administration, contracts, or transactional documentation.
At least three years of employment experience related to the expected duties, such as supporting projects, programs, contracts, transactions, or related administrative functions. Preference is given to demonstrated prior support of clean energy projects or programs.
A bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental sustainability, business, or a related field may substitute for the general experience requirement if accompanied by demonstrated coursework, internship, or other work experience related to the expected duties.

Nice To Haves

Experience with online platforms including Salesforce, Monday.com, or similar project management and CRM systems is preferred.
Prior support of clean energy projects or programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support project coordination and administration throughout the project lifecycle, including tracking outstanding information, approvals, documentation, and deliverables.
Prepare and populate standard agreements, amendments, notices, and other project documents.
Support contract routing, signature collection, internal approvals, document collection and management, and follow-up with customers, contractors, and other partners.
Track project-specific documentation and compliance requirements, including safe harbor, domestic content, insurance, and other applicable program or transaction requirements.
Support pricing submissions and construction-related documentation, including milestone, payment, change order, and project closeout materials.
Create, update, and maintain accurate project records in Monday.com, Microsoft Excel, Salesforce CRM, and other program tracking tools.
Assist with Solar MAP+ competitive solicitations and RFPs, including organizing exhibits, coordinating site visits, tracking responses and deliverables, and communicating with external parties.
Assist with project development activities, including preparing proposals, presentations, and memoranda; collecting site and customer documentation; and coordinating project follow-up.
Support recurring project and portfolio reporting, data reconciliation, and administrative process improvements.
Provide flexible support across business development, program operations, and construction activities as project and team priorities require.
Perform related duties as required.