Assistant Project Manager – Energy Storage

Mortenson

Assistant Project Manager in Energy Storage Group at Mortenson. Partnering with project manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,000 - $137,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost control, financial management, and project coordination within construction projects. Proficient in contract administration, team leadership, and ensuring compliance with construction law and business practices.

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Cost ControlFinancial ManagementProject CoordinationContract AdministrationTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project EstimationChange Request ReviewBudget SupervisionQuality Plan ImplementationConstruction Law Understanding

Soft Skills

Detail OrientationCustomer ServiceMentoringCommunicationProfessional Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeProject Management SoftwareWeb Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Construction ManagementCivil EngineeringArchitectural Engineering

Industry Keywords

Subcontractor ManagementField EngineeringProject BuyoutClient ProposalsOn-Site Project Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform cost control and financial management
Work with Preconstruction on project estimate and schedule
Coordinate scopes of work
Review and compile pay applications, change requests, and another project financial documentation
Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive
Draft client proposals
Contract administration and management
Award subcontracts
Provide direction to the project team for safe and timely project completion
Act as liaison for project engineers, mentor, and coach others
Provide job assignments and lead career development
Direct responsibilities and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s)
Lead subcontractors and suppliers for the project
Supervise budget and make recommendations for subcontractors and trade partners
Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners
Facilitate and lead meetings between subcontractors related to project coordination
Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to:
Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small-scope projects
Implement a quality plan that ensures the customer’s specified performance criteria in design and construction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience
Minimum six years of related previous experience
Demonstrated ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects
Detail orientation sufficient to organize and lead multiple project tasks
Possess a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
Microsoft Office, project and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
Demonstrated positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
Current driver’s license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program