Associate Project Manager, Construction

Encore Renewable Energy is a leading integrated clean energy services company focused on developing and operating sustainable solar PV systems. The Associate Project Manager – Construction will assist in managing solar construction projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met while coordinating with various stakeholders. Responsibilities Assist in the daily management and coordination of solar construction projects, working with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure project timelines, budgets, and specifications are met Help develop and manage project schedules, track milestones, and resolve any delays or obstacles. Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and resources Support on-site project management by monitoring work quality, adherence to safety protocols, and compliance with local regulations. Conduct site visits on key milestones and provide updates to team members Prepare and maintain project documentation, including contracts, change orders, RFIs, material submittals, and testing and commission materials. Support in the preparation of status reports for stakeholders Identify potential project risks or challenges and proactively work with the team to develop mitigation strategies. Support the resolution of on-site issues that may impact project delivery Assist with communication between internal teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth project execution and alignment of project objectives Interface with local and state authorities in seeking or supporting approvals and required documentation for project permits Perform other duties as assigned Skills Entry level position with 0-2 years of construction and/or renewable energy project development/management experience Associates or Bachelor of Science degree in a technical or business management focus or equal. A 2-Year technical degree, or electrician license, with 3 years of experience to be considered Organizational skills needed to independently manage tasks, projects and/or deliverables from assignment to completion Strong oral and written communication skills, comfortable engaging with team members, subcontractors, landowners, construction firms, racking vendors, etc Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite, familiarity with project management software Ability to travel overnight (up to or perhaps exceeding 20% of work time) Ability to demonstrate evidence of clean driving record Interest / ability to help manage Encore's drone assets Self-motivated and well organized with proven ability to perform at a high level with limited direct oversight and management Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment A high degree of emotional intelligence Ability to anticipate project challenges, assess risks, and offer practical solutions Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with project teams, clients, and subcontractors. Ability to coordinate and manage information flow between all project stakeholders Basic understanding of electrical, civil, and mechanical systems related to solar construction, including familiarity with solar design software or tools (e.g., PVsyst, AutoCAD) Benefits Complete, high quality medical benefits that include flex time options for child and family care and extended parental leave 100% of health-care premiums funded by Encore Work-life balance with flexible work schedules (remote work opportunities) and attractive paid-time off policy 11 paid holidays (includes 1 floating holiday of employee’s choice) One paid volunteer day each fiscal quarter 401k profit sharing Employee equity participation program Continuing education and tuition assistance Company Overview Encore Renewable Energy is a full-service renewable energy services company that specializes in reclaiming undervalued real estate. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is