Associate Project Manager

Skills :     Project Director Project Manager

Job Description:

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. With our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

The work we do at AES is vital to improving millions of lives every day. Take the next step in your career and experience our flexible and wide-ranging opportunities. Challenge yourself to continuously improve and innovate, broaden your expertise and build relationships with a diverse network of professionals. 

AES Clean Energy is currently seeking an Associate Project Manager to support our Construction Project Managers with PV solar and solar + storage construction projects across the US.  The position will report to the Director of Project Management. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Support AES Clean Energy’s Construction Project Managers with project documentation, reporting, scheduling, cost forecasting, and contract management
• Work with the project teams to implement project execution and document control processes
• Lead Construction documentation management for project tax equity and debt funding transactions across all portfolios of projects in construction.
• Contribute to the development of construction project execution & funding transaction processes
• Create project reports and track construction team KPI’s
• Participate in project and team meetings to coordinate fundings and assist Project Managers
• Support Project Managers with purchase requisitions and procurement documentation
• Support creation of document packages for construction contractor request for proposals (RFP’s)
• Administer the final assembly of construction contract documents and execution of contract signature pages by AES Clean Energy officers
• Support Project Managers with EPC contractor document deliverables for contract milestone payment invoicing review
• Manage internal form and document submissions for creating new construction vendors
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements:

• 1-4 years related experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Construction or related field required.
• Experience supporting Construction Project Managers with project execution and documentation (required)
• Experience supporting PV solar project tax equity and debt funding transactions (required)
• Proficient with MS Office suite, Quickbase, Box, Trello, and MS Teams
• Experience in solar and battery storage construction, electric industry, or power plants (preferred).  
• Ability to build effective relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer and analytical skills
• Ability to lead assigned tasks to closure while maintaining high level of professionalism.
• Able to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, project, planning & time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.   
• Able to work supportively and collaboratively with other teams.
• Demonstrates alignment with AES Values. 
• PMI CAPM certification preferred, not required.

We are the energy that improves the lives of over 100 million people through the many benefits that come with electricity.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.