Energy Storage Project Coordinator

e-STORAGE; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

e-STORAGE, a strategic unit within Canadian Solar, seeks a Project Coordinator in the US for Arizona/Texas sites. You will assist with planning, scheduling, procurement, and stakeholder communications to drive successful energy storage projects.

The role requires 2+ years experience, a technical degree, and proficiency with MS Office and MS Project. Travel and flexible hours are expected as projects progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline from a university or college.
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Solid and effective interpersonal and communication skills (including oral, written, and visual).
• Strong organizational and time management skills; Acute awareness and ability to manage deadlines.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Project.
• Proficient with Scheduling in MS Project.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally.
• Demonstrated independent thinking, initiative, and creativity.
• Ability to function successfully both independently and within a team.
• Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct.
• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends) as required.
• Valid Driver’s license and the ability to drive to work locations.
• Travel to project sites will be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the procurement and project management teams with coordination of project related activities.
• Assist the project manager in developing project plans and associated communications documents.
• Proactively assist with schedule development and milestone tracking.
• Assist the procurement manager with the management of vendor commitments and relationships.
• Effectively develop and communicate project status updates in a clear and concise manner.
• Manage communication flow for contract submittals, project reporting, invoicing, vendor submittals and other documentation between customer, project team, and suppliers.
• Liaise with both internal and external project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
• Support subcontractor operations daily through coordination and scheduling. Take ownership of the subcontractor schedule including job flow and customer experience.
• Identify the critical path required to achieve a given task and manage until completion.
• Problem solve unique situations as they arise.
• Actively participate in developing and maintaining online business management tools used for the development and execution of all projects.
• Identify areas for process improvement and assist with creating and revising the process to ensure better efficiency and client experience.
• Support procurement manager in the development of requests for proposals and contract exhibits.
• Monitor the status of the project to ensure documentation is submitted according to schedule.
• Review and verify project documents for completeness, format, and compliance with contract requirements.
• Submit project proposals and documentation to management for approval and transmit approved documents to the customer.
• Use and promote excellent customer service soft skills.
• Understand and promote Canadian Solar products and offering.
• Other duties as assigned by the Project Manager/Director.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office Suite

MS Project scheduling

Relationship management

Independent thinking

Teamwork

Adaptability (flexible hours)

Driver's license

Travel to project sites

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

e-STORAGE, a strategic unit within Canadian Solar, seeks a Project Coordinator in the US for Arizona/Texas sites. You will assist with planning, scheduling, procurement, and stakeholder communications to drive successful energy storage projects.

The role requires 2+ years experience, a technical degree, and proficiency with MS Office and MS Project. Travel and flexible hours are expected as projects progress.