Associate Project Manager

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Associate Project Manager

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AES Hawai'i is currently seeking an Associate Project Manager to support our Construction Project Managers with PV solar and solar + storage construction projects across the pacific region of the US, namely in the state of Hawai'i. The position will be based in Hawai'i and report to the Director of Project Manager, Hawai'i Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Construction Project Managers with project documentation, reporting, scheduling, cost forecasting, budget controls and contract management.
• Work with the project teams to implement project execution and document control processes.
• Lead Construction documentation management for project tax equity and debt funding transactions across all portfolios of projects in construction.
• Contribute to the development of construction project execution & funding transaction processes.
• Create project reports and track construction team KPI's.
• Support AES Logistics, Procurement, Development, Pre-Con and Engineeringteams to achieve KPI's.
• Participate and Lead, in project and team meetings to coordinate fundings and assist Project Managers.
• Facilitate communication between Construction Project/Construction Managers and external stake holders to maintain project schedule.
• Support Project Managers with purchase requisitions and procurement documentation.
• Support creation of document packages for construction contractor request for proposals (RFP's).
• Administer the final assembly of construction contract documents and execution of contract signatures.
• Support Project Managers with EPC contractor document deliverables for contract milestone payment invoicing review.
• Manage internal form and document submissions for creating new construction vendors.
• Support Project Managers with purchase requisitions, change orders, contract amendments, etc.
• Support Execution Project Managers in the transition from Execution to O&M (operations and maintenance teams).
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements:

• 2 - 4 years related experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction or related field required.
• Experience supporting Construction Project Managers with project execution and documentation (required).
• Experience supporting PV solar project tax equity and debt funding transactions (required)
• Proficient with MS Office suite (especially excel), QuickBase, Box, Procore, and MS Teams, MS Project
• Experience in solar and battery storage construction, electric industry, or power plants (preferred).
• Proficient with accounting software tools such as SAP (preferred).
• Ability to build effective relationships and work supportively and collaboratively with other teams/departments.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer and analytical skills
• Ability to lead assigned tasks to closure while maintaining high level of professionalism.
• Able to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, project, planning & time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Able to work supportively and collaboratively with other teams.
• Demonstrates alignment with AES Values.Safety, Highest Standards, All Together.
• PMI CAPM certification preferred, not required.

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AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $90,000 and $110,500/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.