Job Description
The Project Manager EPC and Construction is responsible for overseeing the development, procurement, construction, and operational phases of solar energy projects, ensuring safety, budget, and schedule adherence while coordinating cross-functional teams and managing project documentation and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day EPC team functions from development through construction and commercial operation
- Coordinate EPC procurement, including bid processes and contract negotiations
- Manage design and technical submittals from EPC partners for review and approval
- Ensure safety is prioritized during construction activities
- Identify and mitigate potential cost impacts and schedule delays
- Act as the day-to-day project lead, representing Avantus on-site
- Maintain accurate project internal accounting, cashflows, and reporting for lenders and sponsors
- Coordinate between engineering, cost estimating, and development teams to ensure project constructability and cost-effectiveness
- Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, and milestones
- Travel to job sites and offices as necessary to support project execution
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering, business, or construction management
- 3 to 5 years of EPC management and contracting experience, preferably in solar development or utility infrastructure projects
- 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, engineering, and procurement teams
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to realize focus toward the big picture under pressure
- Self-starter and quick learner with the ability to take on tasks with general directions and guidance
- Positive and growth-oriented mindset
Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation with salary range of $136,540 to $150,635 USD plus bonus
Excellent benefits package including 401(k) matching
Comprehensive medical and dental plan options
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
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