Remote Assistant Project Manager - Energy & Renewables

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; Urbandale (IA); Hybrid; USD 32,500 - 89,200; Full time

Job summary

Cupertino Electric, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for O&M to coordinate between field and project teams.

The role will support the Project Manager, participate in change orders, submittals, logs, and related documents while contributing to project strategy and execution. You will learn CEI processes, witness critical thinking on strategic approaches, and gain experience across CEI’s scope with emphasis on renewables and large electrical builds.

Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of experience specifically as a Project Engineer in electrical construction (Renewable Energy preferred) or MEP/Civil/Structural experience in general contracting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead team meetings and provide guidance to Project Engineers and Project Coordinators in partnership with the Project Manager, Production Manager, field team and Trade Partners.
• Identify cost and schedule impacts associated with RFIs, submittals, and design changes and provide timely notification.
• Price change orders consistently and in a timely manner for project manager review and approval.
• Develop and manage close out documents as the Project progresses.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with 3rd party. Track and follow up on open items.
• Maintain strong working partnerships with vendors and subcontractors. Track material releases, changes and coordinate delivery with construction schedule.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Electrical Code knowledge

Renewables experience

MS Excel

Project coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Cupertino Electric, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for O&M to coordinate between field and project teams.

The role will support the Project Manager, participate in change orders, submittals, logs, and related documents while contributing to project strategy and execution. You will learn CEI processes, witness critical thinking on strategic approaches, and gain experience across CEI’s scope with emphasis on renewables and large electrical builds.