Solar Project Assistant - Field PM Support (Multi-State)

Moss; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss is a national construction firm seeking a Solar Assistant Project Manager to support the Solar Project Manager in the admin and technical management of solar projects across multiple states. You will assist with contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, and scheduling while coordinating with owners, designers, and subcontractors.

This role requires frequent travel and a commitment to safety, quality, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager in the Solar Construction industry with a general contractor.
• Strong computer skills are a necessity, including familiarity with construction project management applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments, and other team members.
• ERP experience and experience working with CMIC is a plus.
• Intermediate finance skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Design Documents, identifies key Subcontractors, investigates site, analyzes labor markets, identifies long-lead items, develops Bid Packages, develops schedules, develops site utilization plan, conducts pre-bid conferences.
• Manages project financial responsibilities and develops PFR, maintains PFR, develops LCR, maintains LCR
• Sets up Project Schedule of Values, approves miscellaneous job expenditures, prepares monthly Owner Requisitions, manages change order process, administers owner purchase program, manages project assets, and enforces company bonding and insurance policies.
• Develops scopes of work, sets up filing system, sets up JMIS/Iris System, develops purchasing schedule, obtains insurance and bonds, develops QC Program
• Complies with contract requirements, coordinates with corporate scheduling, prepares and distributes detailed Project Schedules, prepares resource-loaded Schedules, and develops Look-Ahead Schedule
• Mentors, provide direction to the staff, disseminates company policy/information, and promotes employee morale
• Administers document control, RFI process, critical items list, monthly reports and prepares correspondence
• Conducts trade pre-construction meetings, coordinates subcontractors and vendors, coordinates permit inspections, maintains subcontractor relationships, manages Loss Control (Safety) Program, manages Shop Drawing process
• Interacts regularly with Owner and complies with client's needs
• Manages project closeout and post-construction services, obtains Certificate of Occupancy and other government approvals, submits "As-Built" Drawings, submits Operation Manuals, completes Punch List, coordinates Owner move-in and start-up, obtains and delivers warranties
• Participates in company-sponsored events participates in Task Team Committees, and participates in industry-related organizations
• Participates in training programs, participates in continuing education programs, participates in seminars and conferences
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

CMIC

Job description

Moss is a national construction firm seeking a Solar Assistant Project Manager to support the Solar Project Manager in the admin and technical management of solar projects across multiple states. You will assist with contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, and scheduling while coordinating with owners, designers, and subcontractors.

This role requires frequent travel and a commitment to safety, quality, and timely delivery.