Assistant Project Manager

For nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects.

Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity.

We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always always do the right thing.

Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything. THE ENERGY TEAM

Our Energy Group at CEI builds projects from the field to the grid. Whether it’s a solar, battery storage, substation, EV charging, microgrid or converter station project, our skilled project managers, engineers and field employees deliver when it matters most.

We work with customers on programs of all sizes those spanning several smaller sites or spanning several thousand acres.

Besides building some of the nation’s largest utility-scale solar plants and installing more EV charging stations in California than any other contractor, we are dedicated to running a business that is environmentally responsible. ABOUT THE ROLE

Traveling : Cupertino Electric positions listed as Traveling in the job title are positions that require 100% travel. Candidates are expected to be flexible and are aware they may be asked to : (1) Travel from one or multiple job sites at any time and / or travel across different states depending on project location.

2) Travel to another job site once the project is completed.We’re seeking an Assistant Project Manager ready to positively impact a complex Renewable Energy construction project.

At Cupertino Electric, Assistant Project Managers (APM) are key to coordination between the field team, project team, and our customers.

APMs are expected to maintain exceptional working partnerships with vendors and subcontractors and assist in the review and tracking of project activities, including request for proposals, change orders, submittals, tracking logs, and related project documents.

You’ll facilitate learning for yourself and others, prepare / drive / document team meetings, and direct the work of Project Engineers and Project Coordinators in partnership with the Project Manager, Production Manager, Field Team, and Trade Partners.

ABOUT YOU

You bring innovative and entrepreneurial thinking to a project with prior experience supervising and / or providing guidance to others.

You possess technical knowledge and communication skills, which are vital to an Assistant Project Manager’s success. You have experience providing in-house support to Project Managers such as coordinating, tracking quantities complete for billing, and managing project activities and documentation.

You bring a willingness to learn and are on the lookout for ways to improve existing processes. WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

As an Assistant Project Manager (APM) at Cupertino Electric, you will be empowered to learn the skills and competencies required to become a successful Project Manager.

APMs have the opportunity to execute Project Manager level activities with the support of the larger Project Team. This is when all of the deep, technical, and process-guided learning comes into play.

Partnered with a Project Manager, through practice and feedback, you will learn the processes, and witness the critical thinking required for strategic project approach, which will in turn set you up for a successful future on your career path.

You will be interacting extensively with the CEI Production Team, Customers, Vendors and Trade Partners, giving you opportunities to cultivate relationships and build your professional network. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that, in the sole judgment and discretion of Company, would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications may qualify.

Education : High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred.

Licensure / Certifications : None required. Experience : Three (3) or more years of experience specifically as a Project Engineer in electrical construction (Renewable Energy preferred) or MEP / Civil / Structural experience in general contracting.

Minimum five (5)+ years of related experience, including some time managing smaller projects. Driving Record : Valid state-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.#IND

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