Associate Project Manager

Brooksource; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Brooksource is seeking an Associate Project Manager (APM) for Renewable Project Management to support planning, building and delivering utility-scale wind and solar energy projects from development through to commercial operation and turnover to operations.

You will collaborate with Project Managers to negotiate contracts, assist with design, manage permits, develop schedules and budgets, and support financing and interconnection efforts. Travel up to 25% and strong leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• Understand and apply contract terms across projects.
• Lead cross‑functional teams and communicate across levels.
• Plan and manage complex project schedules with MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Manager to prepare, negotiate and manage contracts.
• Assist development with site layout, micro-siting and civil/electrical design.
• Manage permitting activities and secure required permits.
• Develop and update project schedules and budgets aligned with goals.
• Provide technical support for project financing and due diligence.
• Coordinate construction activities with design and schedule.
• Support development and construction for interconnection facilities.

Skills

Contract terms understanding

Leadership & communication

MS Project scheduling

Team collaboration

Travel 25%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in engineering or business (plus)

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Position Overview

As an Associate Project Manager (APM) Renewable Project Management, you will support planning, building and delivering utility-scale wind and solar energy projects from advanced development and permitting to engineering, procurement and construction to commercial operation and project turnover to the operations customer.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Project Manager to prepare, negotiate and manage consulting, supply and construction contracts.
• Assist development team with site layout, micro-siting and civil and electrical design of projects.
• Manage construction permitting activities and ensure that all required construction permits have been obtained.
• Develop and update project schedules and budgets consistent with project goals.
• Provide technical support for project financing and due diligence
• Coordinate with construction site team to ensure construction activities conform with project design, specifications and schedule.
• Support coordination of development and construction efforts for interconnection facilities.

Required Skills:

• Thorough understanding and implementation of projects in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
• Excellent solution‑seeking, teamwork, leadership and communication skills which extend across several organizational and management levels.
• Demonstrated ability in leadership of multi‑disciplined teams of engineers and outside consultants.
• Experience in development and execution of complex project schedules utilizing MS Project or similar scheduling tool.
• Able to travel up to 25% of the time.

Preferred Skills:

• Master’s degree in engineering or business is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Power industry, renewable energy industry experience preferred. Specific experience in wind and solar project development a plus.
• Construction field experience preferred.
• EEO: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Benefits & Perks: Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
• Pay Disclaimer: The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.