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Assistant Project Manager

Pivot Energy, Denver, CO, United States


Location
Denver, CO preferred; Illinois East or West Coast, remote considered.

Job Overview
Pivot Energy seeks an Assistant Project Manager for the Project Management Department, supporting technical and administrative tasks for renewable energy projects. The role ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and properly administered.

Primary Responsibilities

Help progress projects through development workflow under the direction of the Project Operations Manager and PM Team

Support the organization and review of contracts in the internal document library

Interface with vendors and subcontractors

Assist Project Managers in monitoring subcontractor construction progress, reinforcing safety and quality, and addressing issues during construction

Initiate close‑out procedures and prepare close‑out documents

Collaborate with the Finance Team to prepare EPC‑specific documents and checklist items

Attend and support contractor and utility scheduled meetings

Maintain internal and external data rooms

Support the PM team in managing Procore

Monitor and track schedule changes, flag issues on scheduled milestones

Support review and creation of team processes

Travel to sites as necessary

Required Competencies

2+ years of experience in solar ground‑mount or construction management

2+ years of total professional experience

Proven project‑management experience and knowledge of construction methods

Understanding of basic site diligence documents (geotech, ESAs, permits, interconnect agreements, land‑use agreements)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of scheduling concepts such as CPM and Gantt charts

Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, and scheduling software

Preferred Competencies

Experience with large design‑build general contractors

Experience with a renewable‑energy IPP that executes its own construction projects

Basic knowledge of Procore or similar project‑management information systems

Basic knowledge of construction lending and project financing

OSHA 30 certification preferred

CAPM, PMP, or DBIA education preferred

Compensation & Benefits
Base salary $80,000–$95,000 per year, plus eligibility for a company bonus plan with a target bonus of 30% of annual salary (prorated in the first year based on start date).

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to 100% of premiums covered

Four weeks of vacation plus milestone bonus vacations

Company‑paid life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage

Generous parental leave

401(k) matching after vesting period

Work‑from‑home stipend for new employees

Public transit reimbursement

Paid time off for volunteering in the community

Charitable donation matching up to $500 per year

Professional development and educational reimbursements

EEO Statement
Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes, empowers, and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.

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