Assistant Project Manager, Construction

New York, NY
Full Time
Entry Level
Who We Are
CleanCapital is a leading independent power producer focused on distributed clean energy, including middle-market solar and energy storage. The company develops, builds, owns, operates, and invests in clean energy assets across the U.S. Leveraging over a decade of clean energy expertise and over $1.5 billion in investments, CleanCapital has built a diverse portfolio of operating assets and a growing project pipeline. By combining institutional capital with in-house expertise and regional development partnerships, CleanCapital delivers economically sound projects that drive more clean megawatts to the grid, solidifying energy dominance in the U.S. 

Location of Position:
This position is a hybrid position, with two days a week being required in the NYC office location. Travel to jobsites will be required on an as-needed basis.

What We Offer
  • Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
  • Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
  • Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
  • 100% paid for single and family benefits plus 401k matching program
  • Competitive Salary. The range for this position is $79,433.00- $107,468.00 plus a performance-based bonus
Our Commitment to Diversity
CleanCapital is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce reflective of the communities we work in while also valuing each persons’ unique perspective, skills, and experiences. We are also committed to ensuring that opportunities for historically under-represented populations have the opportunity to join our team and grow their career. CleanCapital does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or nationality and is committed to promoting a more just and inclusive world through intentional recruitment and workforce development policies and actions.

Position Summary
The Assistant Project Manager, Construction role will support the construction team and Senior Project Managers in planning, coordinating, executing, and overseeing solar and battery storage construction projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards. The APM will play a critical role in managing day-to-day project operations, maintaining project documentation, coordinating with EPCs and equipment vendors, budgeting and completing cash management, and ensuring quality projects are placed-in-service and brought to substantial completion.  The ideal candidate will also be AI-curious and forward-thinking, who actively integrates AI tools into their daily professional routine 

Core Responsibilities

Project Coordination and Operations
  • Act as the main point of contact on projects of varying size and type
  • Transition projects from development complete stage to turnover to asset management team
  • Assist in preparation of RFPs and bidding processes
  • Assist in contract preparation and negotiation
  • Generate schedules as needed using Microsoft Project to assess project timelines
  • Monitor project progress and report back to the team
Maintain Project Documentation
  • Review project documents such as PVSysts, civil, structural, and electrical drawings, permits, leases, interconnection agreements, etc.
  • Maintain organized project files such as contracts, purchase orders, safety plans, RFIs, submittals, QA-QC reports, meeting minutes, monthly reports, close-out documentation, etc.
  • Review contractor generated files such as RFIs, submittals, and QA-QC reporting and provide comments/feedback as necessary
  • Prepare internal reports as required
  • Maintain internal logs and record keeping as required
  • Complete other miscellaneous project documentation, such as EIA reporting, project incentive paperwork, utility and interconnection portal uploads, GATS and PSC registration, insurance and bonding requirements, etc.
Coordinate with EPC and Equipment Vendors
  • Meet with the contractor and run/host contractor meetings to determine project status
  • Complete site visits at project milestones to review EPC progress
  • Support procurement of materials and equipment, including issuing POs and tracking deliveries
  • Coordinate storage and freight for owner-supplied material
Budget and Cash Management
  • Review and oversee all contractor/EPC/and equipment vendor invoices
  • Work with accounting to guarantee all invoices are processed and provide information as needed
  • Utilize CleanCapital budgeting procedures to analyze project costs and forecast cash management needs
  • Negotiate change orders
  • Identify potential project cost overage and discuss with Senior Project Managers

Education Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management preferred.

Technical Skills and Experience
  • 2-3+ years of experience in the following areas:
    • Construction Management
    • Budgeting, Cost Control, and Invoicing
    • Scheduling
    • Contract/PO Review and Negotiation
  • Must have previous experience as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager
  • Must have previous experience in renewable energy and solar projects
  • Proven AI literacy, including understanding AI strengths, limitations, and ethical considerations

Technical/Program Skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Project
  • Proficient (or familiar with) in Bluebeam Revu
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical drawings

Psychosocial Skills /Human Skills/Behavioral Skills
  • Must have the ability to define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound conclusions
  • Proven ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Project management skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
  • Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hires must have willingness and ability to travel to project sites as needed and complete site visits.

Work Conditions
If working remotely, your work environment is what you make of it, however CleanCapital encourages everyone to have a dedicated workspace that, for the most part, can be free of distractions. If working in one of our Corporate Offices, the work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
CleanCapital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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