Assistant Project Manager - O&M

Posting Title: Assistant Project Manager - O&M Reports To: Senior O&M Specialist Location: Urbandale, Iowa (Hybrid) | San Jose, California (Hybrid) | Remote Salary Range: $72,000 to $120,000 Final determination of a successful candidates starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. WHO WE ARE For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people whove built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, weve built a reputation for integrity. Were problem solvers and innovation seekers. Were team players and safety fanatics. And we alwaysalwaysdo 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 its 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 sizesthose spanning several smaller sites or spanning several thousand acres. Besides building some of the nations 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 At Cupertino Electric, Assistant Project Managers (APM) are key to coordination between the field team, project team, and our customers. By partnering with the Project Manager, the APM will learn the processes and witness the critical thinking required for approaching our projects from a strategic lens. The APM will gain a deep understanding of CEIs scope of work on a project. Additionally, they contribute to, review, and track project activities including change orders, submittals, tracking logs, and related project documents.

• Lead team meetings and provide guidance to Project Engineers and Project Coordinators in partnership with the Project Manager, Production Manager, field team and Trade Partners.
• Identifies cost and schedule impacts associated with RFIs, submittals, and design changes and provides timely notification.
• Prices change orders consistently and in a timely manner for project manager review and approval.
• Develops and manages close out documents as the Project progresses.
• Coordinate commissioning activities w/ 3rd party. Tracks and follows up on open items.
• Maintain strong working partnerships with vendors and subcontractors. Coordinates accurate material releases on time and consistent with project documents. Track material releases, changes and coordinate delivery with construction schedule.

Knowledge: Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Job Complexity: Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Builds productive internal/external working relationships. Supervision: Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. ABOUT YOU

• Serve as the go-to person to help resolve any issues or potential problem areas.
• Actively thinks about new ways to improve or change processes. Brings innovative and entrepreneurial thinking to a project.
• Prior experience working on semi-remote jobsites, supervising others. Renewables/Large Electrical/Data Center build experience highly desired.
• Good working knowledge of MS applications including Excel.
• Prior experience in electrical estimating and the ability to accurately estimate change order pricing.
• Knowledge of Electrical Code and Civil Construction.

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 within the safety 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, and vendor and subcontractor 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. Bachelors 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 drivers license and satisfactory driving record. *Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. #LI-VR1 PLEASE NOTE: CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process. To learn more about "job scams" how to avoid them, click here. CEI is a place where every single person canand doeshave an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And youll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes peoples lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Cupertino Electric Inc. aims to make cei.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact us at ... or 1-(877)-747-4CEI.