Project Manager, Construction

NextGenEnergyJobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

comprehensive medical and dental plan

flexible PTO

Job summary

Avantus develops, owns and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager (EPC and Construction) to support day-to-day EPC functions from early development through construction and commercial operation for a portfolio of projects.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate across development, finance, engineering and procurement teams.

Qualifications

• 5 years of EPC management and contracting experience, preferably in solar development or utility infrastructure projects.
• 3 years experience working for a utility-scale solar developer or an IPP.
• Preferably has worked for a developer or an IPP.
• Experience with a utility scale solar developer preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate priorities and multi-task accordingly while keeping others apprised of status with respect to deadlines
• Ability to identify problems and discrepancies, independently perform research and analysis of causes, and recommend corrective actions
• Ability to work on multiple projects across various design and construction phases.
• Must be detail and results-oriented with an ability to work in a cross-functional, fast paced, and constantly evolving environment as well as extended hours, as required
• Team player to work in concert with the development team, finance team and engineering and procurement teams.
• Scheduling software (Primavera and/or Project) experience a plus.
• Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching, comprehensive medical and dental plan options, flexible PTO.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day EPC team functions from early-stage development through construction and commercial operation for a portfolio of projects.
• Support procurement, construction, management of the engineering and permitting milestones required for project financing and successful construction of the project.
• Collaborate with development, finance, engineering and procurement teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

Skills

Excellent communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

Cross-functional

Self-starter

Team player

Pressure management

Big-picture focus

Adaptability

Scheduling software

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Job description

Avantus develops, owns and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized candidate for the Project Manager (EPC and Construction) position. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound industry knowledge, superior communications, and detail-oriented organizational skills. This role reports to Director, EPC and Construction. The Project Manager, EPC role is responsible for supporting day to day EPC team functions from early-stage development through construction and commercial operation for a portfolio of projects. Along with development support, the Project Manager supports procurement, construction, management of the engineering and permitting milestones required for project financing and successful construction of the project.

Requirements

• 5 years of EPC management and contracting experience, preferably in solar development or utility infrastructure projects.
• 3 years experience working for a utility-scale solar developer or an IPP.
• Preferably has worked for a developer or an IPP.
• Experience with a utility scale solar developer preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate priorities and multi-task accordingly while keeping others apprised of status with respect to deadlines
• Ability to identify problems and discrepancies, independently perform research and analysis of causes, and recommend corrective actions
• Ability to work on multiple projects across various design and construction phases.
• Must be detail and results-oriented with an ability to work in a cross-functional, fast paced, and constantly evolving environment as well as extended hours, as required
• Team player to work in concert with the development team, finance team and engineering and procurement teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• The ability to realize/focus toward the big picture under pressure.
• Self-starter. Quick learner. Ability to take on tasks with general directions/guidance.
• Positive and growth-oriented mindset.
• Scheduling software (Primavera and/or Project) experience a plus.
• Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including
• 401(k) matching
• comprehensive medical and dental plan options
• flexible PTO
• The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.