Associate Project Manager (m/w/d)

Job Description

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Associate Project Manager for utility scale solar, wind, and/or BESS engineering projects. This is a challenging and rewarding growth opportunity where you will be involved in the engineering and design scope of the project from initiation through close-out. The Associate Project Manager will be responsible for the successful initiation, planning, execution, control, and close-out on multiple projects that will include a portfolio of small, single discipline projects and support for the project management team on large, multi-discipline projects. Qualified candidates must have exceptional leadership skills and possess the ability to successfully navigate complex and oftentimes multi-functional challenges associated with large projects.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for the overall management of the project scope, schedule and cost
• Accountable for key project decision making
• Manage a collaborative project team to ensure each key functional project discipline is meeting the planned project scope, schedule and cost
• Responsible for leading project meetings
• Manage, document and report on project life cycle updates to project stakeholders
• Demonstrate excellent leadership, verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Point person for contract negotiation and management
• Proactively manages project requests for information and action items
• Work collaboratively with the Project Controls team to ensure project schedules and costs are managed and tracking to plan
• Responsible for leading projects through all internal and external processes
• Ensure availability or seeks out adequate resources to support the project
• Assess project risk and proactively develop mitigation plans
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
• Coordinate communication and provides status updates to stakeholders as required
• Consistently produce results that meet goals, maintain high work standards, and understands the business environment and processes.
• Accountable to develop, update and manage the project plan
• Achieve results by problem solving, setting priorities and organization
• Maintain customer focus to meet or exceed customer expectations and represent Ulteig in a professional and courteous manner
• Provide project management support for leadership for large and complex renewable energy projects.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in project administration/management or a related role in an engineering or construction environment, power industry experience preferred
• Basic engineering knowledge, with the ability to understand and support solution-oriented problem solving
• Proficient understanding of project management and project controls
• Microsoft Dynamics (Finance & Operations) experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Planview Adaptive Work).
• PE, PMP, CCM or equivalent certification a plus
• Must have authorization to work legally in Costa Rica for any employer.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability, and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees -for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meeting your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation, and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive, whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid, or in the office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers its employees, apply today!

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

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This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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