Assistant Project Manager

Charlottesville, VA
Full Time
Mid Level
Company Information
Sun Tribe EPC (“ST EPC”) is Virginia’s premier utility scale Solar design and build firm focused on designing and constructing sub 20MW ground mounted Solar Photovoltaic (PV) facilities.  The Project Management (PM) Department of Sun Tribe EPC is responsible for planning and executing construction projects pursuant to terms of turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) agreements. 

Job Summary

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) role provides administrative and project management support of solar PV projects, ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and according to the company’s industry leading quality standards.

The Assistant Project Manager reports to the Vice President of Project Management Office.


Responsibilities
  • Project Coordination: Support Project Managers in planning and executing solar PV projects, including schedules, budgets, safety, and quality standards.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Manage project documentation, Procore tools, and required reporting to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with contracts.
  • Stakeholder Support: Coordinate with owners, subcontractors, and internal teams by preparing agendas, recording meeting minutes, and tracking deliverables.
  • Risk & Issue Tracking: Monitor risks, opportunities, and project changes; escalate issues and recommend solutions.
  • Permitting & Logistics: Assist with permits, subcontractor deliverables, and coordination of material deliveries to project sites.
  • Leadership Development: Step into Project Manager responsibilities as needed, building toward independent project management.
  • Culture & Values: Promote Sun Tribe’s core values, ensuring collaboration, safety, and respect across all project stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications Required
  • Degree required: Bachelor's Degree in construction management, business, engineering or other technical related field is required
  • A minimum two (2) years’ experience in construction and/or project management experience or related field required
  • Current, valid Driver’s License, eligible for corporate vehicle insurance coverage
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills & Experience Preferred
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple projects and deadlines
  • Proficiency in Procore or similar construction management software preferred
  • Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous improvement, both individually and as part of a team
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software preferred
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work well on teams; leadership and delegation skills a plus
  • Alignment with Sun Tribe’s core values: Community, Safety, Perpetual Improvement, Nature, Joy, and Respect

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching
  • Required travel to worksites and projects as needed
  • Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards
  • Wearing of standard personal protective equipment while on project sites

Compensation and Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Healthcare benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Competitive paid time off and volunteer days
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • And more!

Location and Hybrid Work 
Hybrid work environment in Charlottesville, VA, with occasional travel throughout Virginia to project sites required. This role requires regular monthly visits to project sites across Virginia, with occasional evening or weekend work as needed to support project schedules.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume and relevant project experience via our application portal. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Even if you do not meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply. We prioritize talent, passion, and drive over what looks good on paper. If you're on the fence, we encourage you to hit the apply button and highlight what draws you to Sun Tribe.

Sun Tribe is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, family medical or genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Sun Tribe complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Sun Tribe operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Sun Tribe EPC, LLC is a drug-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify.

Read more about our company values and about Sun Tribe EPC at https://suntribesolar.com/epc.

Sun Tribe participates in E-Verify.

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