Assistant Project Manager I
New Jersey Resources is a Fortune 1000 diversified energy company pursuing a reliable, sustainable, cleaner energy future. They are seeking an Assistant Project Manager I to assist with the review and execution of construction RFPs and EPCs for various distributed power projects, overseeing multiple renewable energy initiatives and ensuring successful project implementation.
Responsibilities
- Oversees the construction of all capital projects (commercial solar, wind, CHP, Midstreams) while working closely with our external 'owner’s representative' to ensure that projects are completed as designed, budgeted and scheduled
- Effectively represents the company and maintains relationships with EPC contractors, owner’s representatives and property owners through inspections, system overviews and technical support meetings
- Conducts inspections, requiring the interpretation and implementation of contract specifications; note any deficiencies, record on a punch list, and direct the contractor to effect remediation and ensure that contractors perform remediation activities
- Oversees electrical and construction plans and commissioning and testing program for new commercial solar and CHP projects
- Actively manages the permitting and interconnection process to closeout
- Performs maintenance inspections of commercial solar and wind assets and schedule repairs as needed with the contractors
- Participates in the asset management process to determine deficiencies in project performance
- Assists with the preparation of various reports and presentations for senior NJR management
- Maintains effective internal and external contacts; work in the spirit of cooperation that fosters teamwork and a sense of responsibility
- Provides support to Business Development during the preliminary phase and conduct due diligence for all Clean Energy Ventures’ Renewable Energy Projects to determine project feasibility
- Reviews contracts and exhibits during the contractual phase – distribute to relevant parties for review and acceptance
- Works with contractors and CEV’s project needs to come to consensus on project milestones
- Performs data analyses in tandem with performance testing to verify site readings are accurate and the system is performing as expected
Skills
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience
- Experience in Project Management or related field required
- MS Office proficiency and effective communication skills required
- Travel required – 50%-75%
- Knowledge of larger commercial solar projects, smaller residential solar applications and onshore wind projects is helpful
Benefits
- Medical insurance coverage from day 1
- 401k vesting immediate
- Employee insurance and medical plans, including prescription, vision and dental benefits
- 401(k) program with generous company match
- Company stock purchase plan
- Wellness programs, including free on and off-site fitness centers
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid time off including paid holidays
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