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ABOUT AVANTUS

Avantus develops, owns and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. Our development pipeline of solar with integrated storage will generate enough dispatchable power to serve more than 10 million Americans, day and night. Backed by strategic investment from KKR and EIG, and building on more than a decade of industry leadership, Avantus is growing its position as an independent power producer, delivering affordable, reliable clean energy solutions to meet America’s growing energy demand.

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized candidate for the Project Manager (EPC and Construction) position. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound industry knowledge, superior communications, and detail-oriented organizational skills. This role reports to Director, EPC and Construction. The Project Manager, EPC role is responsible for supporting day to day EPC team functions from early-stage development through construction and commercial operation for a portfolio of projects. Along with development support, the Project Manager supports procurement, construction, management of the engineering and permitting milestones required for project financing and successful construction of the project.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EPC Contracting:

Responsible to ensure safety priorities are reflected in the contracting.

Support EPC procurement from initial bid through EPC Agreement execution.

Coordinate across functional teams and consultants for the development and negotiation of key project documents for EPC contracting.

Support overall EPC proposal process, including ownership of overall RFP schedule and accuracy and completeness of EPC responses.

Work closely with procurement team to ensure equipment packages are coordinated with EPC partners.

Pre-Construction Project Management:

Coordinate with engineering team on project diligence required by financing processes and independent engineers.

Manage distribution and review of design and technical submittals from EPC partners to ensure cross functional sign off.

Construction Management:

Ensure that the site is being constructed with safety as number one priority, being inquisitive about safety issues and safety wins for the site being managed.

Work independently to identify and avoid/mitigate potential cost impacts and schedule delays are either avoided or mitigated. Lead and provide recommendations for path forward with internal team and executives.

Act as the day to day project lead representing Avantus

Maintain project internal accounting database (Cashflow and project details) for accuracy.

Support Project Director in responding to Project Buyer/equity partner concerns are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.

Work with Onsite construction managers to understand project status, forecast risk, and identify potential obstacles to projection budget and schedule

Communicate openly and effectively with all project stake holders

Ensure contract compliance with all relevant project agreements

Produce and manage project reporting to lenders and sponsors

Development support for project pipeline:

Manage coordination between engineering and cost estimating teams, ensuring project constructability and cost-effective solutions are pursued.

Review project development schedules and ensure that EPC timelines are appropriate.

Develop and maintain project budgets, cashflows and milestone dates.

Travel

Travel to the job sites and offices as necessary to complete job duties.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICAT IONS

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business, or construction management.

5 years of EPC management and contracting experience, preferably in solar development or utility infrastructure projects.

3 years experience working for a utility-scale solar developer or an IPP.

Preferably has worked for a developer or an IPP.

Experience with a utility scale solar developer preferred.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to evaluate priorities and multi-task accordingly while keeping others apprised of status with respect to deadlines

Ability to identify problems and discrepancies, independently perform research and analysis of causes, and recommend corrective actions

Ability to work on multiple projects across various design and construction phases.

Must be detail and results-oriented with an ability to work in a cross-functional, fast paced, and constantly evolving environment as well as extended hours, as required

Team player to work in concert with the development team, finance team and engineering and procurement teams.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

The ability to realize/focus toward the big picture under pressure.

Self-starter. Quick learner. Ability to take on tasks with general directions/guidance.

Positive and growth-oriented mindset.

NICE TO HAVES:

Scheduling software (Primavera and/or Project) experience a plus.

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Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching ; comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits.

Pay Range $136,083 — $160,098 USD