Job Description
The Sr. Project Manager, Construction oversees the development, procurement, and construction of utility-scale solar energy projects, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence while coordinating cross-functional teams from early-stage development through commercial operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day construction team functions from development through commercial operation
- Manage procurement processes and support EPC contracting from bidding to agreement execution
- Coordinate engineering, design, and technical review for project diligence and sign-off
- Ensure safety standards are prioritized during construction activities
- Identify and mitigate potential cost impacts and schedule delays
- Lead project activities on-site, representing Avantus and maintaining communication with stakeholders
- Maintain accurate project internal accounting, cashflow, and reporting for lenders and sponsors
- Support project development by coordinating engineering and cost estimating teams
- Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, and milestone timelines
- Travel to project sites and offices as needed to fulfill job duties
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering, business, or construction management
- At least 5 years of EPC management and contracting experience, preferably in solar development or utility infrastructure projects
- Experience working for a utility-scale solar developer or an Independent Power Producer (IPP)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to evaluate priorities and multi-task accordingly while keeping others informed 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-oriented and results-oriented with the ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced, and constantly evolving environment, including extended hours as required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to focus on 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
- Willingness to travel to job sites and offices as necessary to complete job duties
Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package
401(k) matching
Comprehensive medical and dental plan options
Flexible PTO
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