Assistant Project Manager – Procurement

Assistant Project Manager – Procurement

Manchester, New Hampshire

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Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc.,

the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm.

Your Impact

The Assistant Project Manager – Procurement & Operations supports the successful execution of utility-scale and C&I renewable energy repower projects by coordinating procurement activities, managing project documentation, tracking schedules, and assisting with operational planning. This position works closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Supply Chain, Field Operations, and vendors to ensure materials, equipment, and project deliverables are available on time and within budget.

This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities.

Core Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning and executing renewable energy repower projects.
• Coordinate procurement of project materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Create and track purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and material availability.
• Coordinate logistics, shipping, receiving, and site deliveries.
• Maintain procurement logs, equipment inventories, and material tracking reports.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules.
• Track project budgets, commitments, and procurement costs.
• Coordinate with Engineering to ensure material specifications and revisions are current.
• Prepare project status reports and meeting minutes.
• Maintain project documentation in company management systems.
• Assist with change orders, RFIs, submittals, and document control.
• Coordinate with field teams to resolve material shortages and procurement issues.
• Support project closeout by ensuring documentation, warranties, and final deliverables are complete.
• Promote compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and customer requirements.

Core Experience (Utility-Scale Required)

• Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of experience supporting construction, renewable energy, procurement, or project management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP, procurement, or project management software is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key

Competencies:

• Organization and attention to detail
• Procurement coordination
• Project scheduling
• Communication and collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Budget awareness
• Customer service orientation
• Adaptability
• Continuous improvement mindset

Physical / Work Environment

• Ability to sit, stand, and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional travel to project sites (up to 20%).
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds when handling project materials or documentation.

This position is primarily office-based with periodic travel to renewable energy project sites. The role supports utility-scale and commercial solar repower projects in collaboration with engineering, operations, procurement, and field personnel.

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location. In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends,…