Assistant Project Manager II

Energize your future and join our team as we pursue a reliable, sustainable, cleaner energy future. At our Fortune 1000 diversified energy company, you’ll find a friendly, community-minded environment, with flexible work schedules, opportunities for growth and development, and competitive pay and benefits.

Clean Energy Ventures, a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager II to support the review and execution of construction RFPs and EPCs for various distributed power projects. This role will provide oversight of the construction, development and implementation of commercial solar, CHP and Midstream projects and opportunities in execution of the Clean Energy Ventures project plan.

• Oversee the construction of commercial solar projects while working closely with our external “owner’s representative” to insure that projects are completed as designed, budgeted, and scheduled.
• Conduct inspections, which requires the interpretation and implementation of contract specifications. Note any deficiencies, record on a punch list, and direct the contractor to effect remediation. Follow up with contractors on remediation activities.
• Perform maintenance inspections of commercial solar assets and schedule repairs as needed with the contractors.
• Oversee electrical and construction plans.
• Effectively represent the company and maintain relationships with EPC contractors, owner’s representatives, and property owners through inspections, system overviews and technical support meetings.
• Oversee the commissioning and testing program for new commercial solar projects.
• Manage permitting process.
• Participate in the asset management process to determine deficiencies in project performance.
• Provide support to Quality Inspector I and Quality Inspector II personnel.
• Assist with the preparation of various reports and presentations for senior NJR management.
• Maintain effective internal and external contacts.
• Mentor and train fellow employees of lesser experience.

• Bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited college.
• At least three years’ experience working with various construction teams with an emphasis in renewable energy construction and renewable energy asset management.
• A working knowledge of larger commercial solar projects and a proficiency of smaller residential solar applications.
• MS Office proficiency and effective communication skills required.
• Valid driver’s license; 50%-75% travel required.
• The above job description is reflective of the primary duties of this position and in no way limits the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.

Job Location Type is hybrid.

Compensation:
Expected base pay range for this role will be $76,400- $97,300. Base pay is based on several factors including, experience, skills, and knowledge. This role will be eligible to participate in an annual short term incentive program.

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.

New Jersey Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.