Job description
At Strata Clean Energy, our Assistant Project Manager (APM) works closely with all project stakeholders and is responsible for managing the project's budget, planning, and reporting to ensure every element meets technical requirements for our utility-scale solar and/or BESS construction projects. This position supports the Project Manager. This role will require some travel to project site locations (30% on average); current EPC projects are in VA, NC, and SC.
We're leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We understand that our employees are the lifeblood of the company. We strive to align company goals with those of our employees. We're constantly innovating to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Our mission is to make a difference by developing cost-efficient alternatives to traditional energy sources, without long-term dependence on government subsidies. We're leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We hope you'll join us.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage, evaluate, and assess information necessary to construct the project on time, within budget, and to the quality specified by the contract documents.
- Acting as liaison with Subcontractors, Suppliers, Inspectors, and other job staff in resolving issues related to plans and specifications.
- Overseeing and making decisions related to contract drawings and subcontract information. Ensuring that all drawings and specifications properly relate to the estimate.
- Managing the project budget.
- Managing submittals and shop drawings. Assessing conformance to contract specifications. Resolving any conflicts in interpretation.
- Negotiating Change Orders. Managing information on changes in the Work; preparing an independent analysis, as required; obtaining and checking estimates for the changes from the subcontractor; and resolving any conflicts.
- Overseeing the close-out process. Preparing final records for the project, such as Requests for Information (RFI's), close-out records, warranties, as-builts, Operations and Maintenance manuals (O&Ms), attic stock, and spare parts, and evaluating information to ensure compliance with contract documents.
- Preparing Scope of Work documents for trades.
- Developing reports such as General Conditions Items, labor, safety, Change Order logs, and Quality Control.
Scheduling and managing subcontractor trade coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings, and submittal review meetings.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
- Engineering degree or 1-3 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in an EPC business. Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Skills
- Communication - Clear written and verbal interactions with others in the workplace. The ability to articulate plans, directions and schedules is important in strong communication skills
- Problem Solving - Identifying inefficient areas and resolving those issues quickly and effectively.
- Time Management - and exercising control of time spent on specific activities.
- Detail Oriented - analyzes complex plans, procedures, and ensures all details are covered throughout the planning and execution stages.
- Strong computer skills - Microsoft office suite, ERP's, Adobe, Foxit, databases
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, twist and lift up to 20 pounds.
- Unrestricted Driver's License.
- This is a project-based role and will require some travel to project site locations (30% on average).
Perks and Benefits
We offer medical/dental/vision insurance plans, PTO, and 401K with a company matching portion.
Pay & benefits
Typical pay for similar roles
EstimateThe middle half of pay advertised on Rejobs for this group over the last 24 months. This employer has not stated a salary.
About this role
About Strata Clean Energy
Company Overview
Strata Clean Energy
HeadquartersDurham, NC, United States
Founded2008
SizeApproximately 200 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of €450 million in FY 2024 (source: cbinsights.com).
What They Do
Strata Clean Energy is a vertically integrated renewable energy company specializing in utility-scale solar and energy storage projects (source: cbinsights.com). The company provides comprehensive services across the entire project lifecycle, including project development, engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), operations, and maintenance (O&M). This vertical integration model allows Strata to optimize performance and quality across all phases of project development and operation. While Strata's primary focus is on solar and battery storage, the company is expanding into adjacent technologies, such as green hydrogen solutions, which promise to decarbonize emission-intensive segments of the industrial economy (source: cbinsights.com).
Projects & Track Record
Strata Clean Energy has achieved significant scale across its operational portfolio, completing over 270 solar and storage projects since its inception (source: cbinsights.com). The company has been instrumental in the development and construction of 3,000 megawatts (MW) of solar energy and 3,200 megawatt hours (MWh) of utility-scale energy storage. Additionally, Strata's operations and maintenance division oversees a portfolio of 5,000 MW. Looking forward, Strata's development pipeline is substantial, including 8,000 MW of solar and 31,000 MWh of battery storage in various stages of development (source: cbinsights.com). Notable projects include the Saticoy Battery Energy Storage Facility in Oxnard, California, completed in 2020, which was among the largest battery storage facilities of its time, and the Scatter Wash Battery Storage Complex in Arizona, developed in 2023, representing one of the largest utility-scale storage projects (source: cbinsights.com).
Recent Developments
In recent years, Strata Clean Energy has continued to demonstrate its growth and financial health, with a notable $300 million funding round occurring around January 2024 (source: cbinsights.com). Additionally, the company has seen a positive increase in its Mosaic Score by 182 points in the past 30 days, indicating strong recent momentum in its business operations (source: cbinsights.com). While specific details about other major announcements or acquisitions were not provided, the funding round reflects Strata's ongoing commitment to expanding its capabilities in the renewable energy sector.
Working There
Strata Clean Energy emphasizes a culture of customer satisfaction and a commitment to safety and quality, as articulated by CEO Markus Wilhelm (source: cbinsights.com). The company operates as a family-owned business, which influences its long-term decision-making philosophy, allowing it to focus on sustainability without the pressures of public shareholders. Strata actively engages in community involvement through various initiatives, including partnerships with local organizations and volunteer events (source: cbinsights.com). The company recruits across multiple disciplines, likely spanning development, engineering, procurement, construction management, operations, maintenance, project management, finance, and capital markets roles, reflecting its vertically integrated model.
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