Hybrid Construction Manager

at The AES Corporation

• Job title: Construction Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $108,000 - $135,150 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Construction Manager overseeing utility-scale solar and BESS projects with AES Corporation. Collaborating across teams for project execution and safety management in renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the safety department to ensure all safety goals are the highest priority
• Makes certain that the company is represented in accordance with AES Clean Energy’s corporate values.
• Establish a transparent and respectful line of communication between the construction team and the landowners.
• Manage on-site monthly/weekly drone photo progress updates.
• Proactively identify and assist EPC in the management of site environmental and safety impacts
• Facilitate communication between the DEQ, AHJ, and the EPC on environmental community concerns and impacts
• Prepare and manage the project execution plan, including the project schedule.
• Manage and direct AES hired on-site contract employees (QC/Safety/Commissioning).
• Work with the project management team to ensure the effective management of all contracts (prime and subcontracts).
• Cultivate positive working relationships with 3rd party EPC Contractors.
• Manage the construction of utility-scale solar and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects.

Requirements

• 5 years of onsite utility-scale solar, battery storage, and/or substation construction management
• Advanced knowledge of solar construction management processes, means and methods
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards.
• Bachelor of Science Degree preferred, but not a requirement.
• OSHA 30 Certified
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to changing software and technology needs.
• Must be willing to travel and generally be on site 5 days a week.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Procore is a plus.
• Must be able to work in various climates and walk sites as necessary for inspections and other requirements.
• FAA 107 license a plus and will be required if not already completed.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave)