Assistant Project Manager

SST Direct; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% annual bonus

Per-diem available

Comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) match, PTO

Job summary

SST Direct is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to oversee large-scale utility solar projects with 100% travel required primarily throughout the Southeast US. The role demands 2-4 years of project management experience or relevant field experience. Key responsibilities include managing project budgets, schedules, and maintaining communication with clients and subcontractors. Applicants should have an Associate degree and skills in Microsoft Office. Benefits include a starting salary of $75,000, an annual bonus, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years as an Assistant Project Manager on large-scale utility solar projects or field experience on such projects.
• Ability to travel to different solar projects throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

• Overall project management and oversight of large-scale utility solar projects.
• Assist in tracking budget delivery, scheduling, change orders, and purchase orders.
• Interact regularly with owners, comply with client needs, and submit regular reporting as required.

Skills

Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office programs

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to join an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) firm that self‑performs a significant portion of the construction for utility‑scale solar projects. This position requires 100% travel, primarily throughout the Southeast and extending as far as West Texas.

Benefits

• Recent college grads are encouraged to apply
• Salary starts at $75,000; negotiable based on experience
• Annual bonus of 10%, with a possible 10% kicker on top of the first 10%
• Per‑diem available
• Company truck & fuel card
• Comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) match, PTO, and more

Responsibilities

• Overall project management and oversight of large‑scale utility solar projects
• Assist in tracking budget delivery, scheduling, change orders, and purchase orders
• Interact regularly with owners, comply with client needs, and submit regular reporting as required
• Maintain relationships between customers and subcontractors
• Monitor construction activities, productivity, and create daily/weekly/monthly reports
• Administer QA/QC program as work progresses
• Assist project manager and O&M team to effectively close out projects
• Assist project manager and company schedulers to manage and update project schedules
• Assist project manager in contracting and managing subcontractors and vendors for the site
• Coordinate with engineering and field team to troubleshoot field challenges
• Assist in cost forecasting for projects
• Conduct trade pre‑construction meetings, coordinate subcontractors, vendors, permit inspections, and maintain subcontractor relationships
• Assist project engineers with RFIs and submittals
• Manage subcontractors onsite to ensure the project is on schedule and within budget

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent experience; 2‑4 years as an Assistant Project Manager on large‑scale utility solar projects or field experience on such projects
• Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office programs
• Organized and detail‑oriented
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel to different solar projects throughout the United States