Assistant Project Manager, Construction Boise, Idaho, United States

Clēnera is a tier-one developer and independent power producer located in Boise, Idaho, and is the U.S. subsidiary of Enlight Renewable Energy (Nasdaq: ENLT). We develop, finance, construct, own, and operate utility‑scale solar and energy storage facilities throughout the United States. In its 2025 analysis of solar independent power producers, S&P Global ranked Clēnera as a top ten U.S. owner of planned installations in the next five years. Clēnera has over 1.9 GW of solar and 5.1 GWh of storage in operations or construction, and a development pipeline totaling 17.8 GW of solar and 51.1 GWh of storage across 23 states. Our company culture is at the core of everything we do, so you’ll regularly find Caring, Committed, and Courageous individuals who value respectful, cross‑functional collaboration with partners internally and externally. With our tremendous portfolio growth, we are increasing our headcount to meet the demands of the business. Are you ready to change the world with us.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Assistant Project Manager independently manages complex coordination, documentation, and financial tracking activities while serving as a key extension of the Project Manager on 2–4 projects. This role proactively identifies risks, drives resolution of issues, and helps ensure successful project execution and smooth turnover to operations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Lead pre‑construction support activities by reviewing design deliverables, monitoring design milestones, coordinating with engineering, legal, and permitting teams, and ensuring project documentation aligns with owner objectives and contractual requirements. Actively manage procurement tracking by reviewing submittals for compliance, monitoring procurement schedules, tracking spare parts and long‑lead items, and escalating risks that could impact schedule or cost. Monitor construction progress against the approved schedule, independently identify delays or risks, and provide clear recommendations to the Project Manager for mitigation and recovery strategies. Own the administration and tracking of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and EPC deliverables, ensuring workflows are completed accurately and maintained. Support change management by evaluating change order requests, analyzing cost and schedule impacts, and ensuring adherence to company-wide change control processes. Take a lead role in financial management activities, including reviewing pay applications, validating invoices, tracking budgets and cost codes, and coordinating with Accounts Payable to support timely and accurate payments. Support jobsite safety, quality control, and inspection efforts by reviewing reports, tracking corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. Serve as a central communication hub between the Project Manager, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders, proactively resolving issues and escalating critical concerns when necessary. Lead closeout coordination activities by managing punch list tracking, organizing turnover documentation, coordinating final inspections and walkthroughs, and supporting a seamless handoff to Portfolio Operations. Collaborate with individual departments, as well as cross‑functionally with other departments within the organization. Maintain organizational excellence in terms of project timelines and deliverables. Demonstrates the Clēnera Core Values of Caring, Committed, and Courageous. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, business, public administration, or related field. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in large‑scale construction project management, engineering, or similar. Experience in solar and/or energy storage construction is preferred. Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Procore, and an ability to learn company‑specific software programs, tools, processes, and machines. Skills/Attributes: Intermediate understanding of solar designs, including the ability to read and understand construction drawings. Foundational knowledge of manpower and equipment considerations needed to build a project. Intermediate understanding of the financial model and the inputs construction and pre‑construction own, including how those impact the company. Ability to read and analyze the EPC Agreements, including being an active member in negotiations with contractors. Mindfully applies foundational project management principles throughout the project lifecycle, including proactively finding ways to improve cost and schedule while maintaining scope. Assists in executing the deliverables within our agreements (PPA, LGIA, ESA), permits, and financial agreements with the banks. Capable at nurturing new relationships, fostering trust and collaboration for achieving shared goals. Ability to manage conflict with internal and external stakeholders, and collaborates with the Project Manager to find a solution when things escalate. Ability to lead and manage relationships with global vendors and third parties. Increased confidence in independent thinking, allowing for some non‑critical decisions to be made without consultation. Self‑motivated to work through complex problems and competing priorities, including a high level of detail and organization. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Travel: Occasional

BENEFITS

Clēnera pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums for a suite of medical, dental, and vision coverages. HSA and FSA Plans Available Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan with Employer Match Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation and Public Holidays) Incentive Pay and RSU Plans At Clēnera, LLC, we’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clenera, LLC