Associate Project Manager, Construction

This role has a hybrid work arrangement (1-2 days a week in our NYC office). That said, we value flexibility and if you have a different preference, please do not let that deter you from applying – let’s talk about it!

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment-based visas at this time.

Energy storage is the key to unlocking a future where our world is powered by renewable resources. At Convergent Energy and Power, our mission is to make the electrical grid cleaner, more reliable, and less expensive by leveraging state-of-the-art energy storage and distributed generation technologies.

Under the mentorship of a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager, the APM contributes to scheduling, budgeting, engineering coordination, permitting, supplier management, and construction oversight. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to ensure project success while maintaining quality, safety, and cost-efficiency standards.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules, tracking milestones, and identifying critical path items.
• Support the coordination of internal teams, including engineering, procurement, and legal, to achieve project goals.
• Maintain organized document control for bids, design drawings, contracts, and close-out documentation.
• Prepare and contribute to project status reports, highlighting progress, risks, and action plans.
• Participate in the creation of RFPs, requirement documents, and high-level design deliverables.
• Track and support compliance with customer, vendor, and contractor agreements.
• Operates under guidance, escalating significant risks or deviations to a senior project leader.

• Assist with monitoring on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Conduct and document site inspections before, during, and after construction to support quality control and progress reporting.
• Support coordination of material and equipment deliveries and track project inventory.
• Work with Engineering to expedite engineering deliverables and supplier inputs to maintain project schedules.
• Handles routine issues with autonomy, escalating complex or critical concerns to the Project Manager.

• Maintain project cost tracking tools and assist in monitoring performance against budgets.
• Support efforts to identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Provide input on vendor payments and project change orders.
• Responsible for tracking and reporting budget variances; defers major financial decisions to the Project Manager.

• Facilitate effective communication between teams, including Procurement, Engineering, Operations, Legal, and Finance, to align on deliverables and schedules.
• Act as a liaison to address challenges and ensure all stakeholders are informed of project updates.
• Resolves basic coordination issues independently; escalates interdepartmental conflicts as needed.

• Work closely with Associate Project Managers and other junior team members to provide mentorship and support.
• Contribute to fostering a collaborative and solution-oriented team environment.
• Assists in team coordination and communication; seeks input from senior staff for significant personnel matters

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in project management, engineering, or construction, ideally in renewable energy (Solar PV, BESS) or electrical projects.
• Foundational understanding of energy systems, including solar PV and battery energy storage.
• Competence in construction project management principles and practices.
• Ability to identify and address technical and logistical challenges.
• Experience handling competing priorities and maintaining flexibility in dynamic environments.
• Capable of managing routine tasks with minimal supervision while recognizing when to escalate issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to support and mentor more junior team members.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Procore, MS Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Commitment to workplace safety, adhering to OSHA and other regulatory standards.
• 15-20% of time traveling.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Experience with contract negotiation and project cost management.
• Certifications such as OSHA 10/30, NABCEP, or PMP.

Benefits

We're dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture that prioritizes the safety and well-being of all our clean energy professionals. We embrace and learn from our diverse backgrounds, encouraging open dialogue and growth. Through resources like our active Employee Resource Groups, DEI Working Group, and comprehensive training and workshops, we're continuing to build a supportive community that celebrates the convergence of our identities.

Our priority is to ensure that every team member feels valued and supported to have a healthy balance between work life and personal life. We believe a full life outside of the office makes for a happier, healthier team. We support that by offering robust benefits such as but not limited to, the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer days
• 401K with an employer safe harbor match
• Special Vendor Discounts on programs for:
• Identity theft and fraud prevention

Base Salary Range: $90,000- $105,000; Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience.

We encourage people from minority or marginalized groups to apply. If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application.

Convergent is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements in the country where we operate. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to talent@convergentep.com