HV Assistant Project Manager, Utility Scale Solar (Illinois)

SOLV Energy; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 97,767 - 122,209; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation pay

Sick pay

Holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support HV construction operations in Galesburg, Illinois. This full-time position requires project management experience and involves reviewing project agreements, managing subcontractors, and ensuring compliance. The role includes frequent local and interstate travel. Compensation ranges from $97,767 to $122,209. SOLV Energy offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years of work experience in design and/or construction of power substations.
• PMP certification, or relevant industry experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Project Engineer’s responsibilities.
• Review agreements and requirements to ensure project compliance.
• Assist in preparing project budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Customer service

Problem analysis

Project management

Organization

Communication

Education

PMP certification

3-4 years of industry experience

Tools

P6 scheduling

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for overall support of HV construction/operation resulting in successful project execution. This role is located full‑time on a jobsite in Galesburg, IL, and will require travel. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

• Able to communicate and coordinate all Project Engineer’s responsibilities to achieve project success
• Review Power Purchase Agreements, Generator Interconnection Agreements, Utility Interconnection requirements, Contract requirements, System Impact Studies, Facility Studies, and Customer/Owner Engineer requirements to ensure Project compliance
• Review LNTP/Early Stage Deliverables
• Assistin preparing project HV budgets and forecasts
• Assistin developing subcontractor scopes of work and support subcontracting efforts with PM
• Manage HV subcontractors (billings, RFIs, status reports, risk, etc.)
• HV Scope change management
• Participate in Project Kick-Off Meeting
• Manage/Collect RFI’s
• Participatein Utility Coordination Meetings
• Participate in Owner Coordination Meetings
• Participatein SE Team Meetings
• Participatein Material Procurement Review
• Hold Construction Schedule & Scope Review Meeting
• Schedule Kick-off Meeting (On-Site)
• Manage - Assemble Final Completion Punchlist
• Participate in team meetings/calls on a regular basis
• Work with Engineering team for material procurement
• Demonstrate andmaintaina safe work environment, and direct safe work practices in energized substations
• Regular travel (local and inter-state)required
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance

• Adherence to Company policies and Corporate Procedures and Electrical Safety Manual
• Work within SE’s business processes and ensure an efficient working environment
• Project profitability
• Project completed on schedule
• Quality control; integrity and excellence of completed project
• Customer/Client Satisfaction
• Positive project team attitude
• Improved personal professional growth and education
• Staff development and training

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3-4 years of work related experience in design and/or construction of power substations
• PMP certification, or direct relevant industry experience preferred, skilled withknowledge related to the construction and operation of the electrical equipment and installation
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to work with others under all situations
• Ability to work, analyze,troubleshootand prioritize problems independently
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills
• Proficiencyandknowledgeablein office practices,proceduresand equipment
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and coordinate
• P6 scheduling experience preferred

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• Requires frequent stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 20 or morelbs
• Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, talk, and possess depthperception
• Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high exposed places
• Occasional exposure to environmental conditions

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range

$97,767.00- $122,209.00

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Job Number: J13032