Assistant Project Manager, Renewables Division

Description Assistant Project Manager, Renewables Division Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

The Assistant Project Manager will provide support to an experienced project manager on complex and/or multi-service projects. They will also be responsible for project management of small and/or single-service projects and support a service lead on small and/or single-service projects. The Assistant Project Manager will play a key role in stakeholder relationships, team management, project planning and monitoring, oversight of project work and deliverables, managing uncertainty and change, and timely invoicing and AR collection.

• Support the overall project manager or take full accountability for small/single-service projects.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships, both internal and external.
• Coordinate and manage project teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Develop and implement project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Oversee project work to ensure it is completed on time and within budget.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and contractual requirements.
• Monitor project health and take corrective action as needed.
• Manage uncertainty and change, including scope creep and change orders.
• Ensure timely invoicing and collection of accounts receivable.
• Coordinate and assist in the preparation of proposals for single- and multi-service projects.
• Collaborate with service leadership and client managers in reviewing proposal and pricing strategy.
• Manage the contracting process, including term negotiation led by others.
• Facilitate project meetings and distribute minutes and action logs.
• Represent the organization in communications related to assigned projects.

• Assigned projects and tasks by a Project Manager or Client Manager.
• May receive guidance for correcting project performance concerns.
• Receive frequent guidance related to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Receive supervision and guidance on unusual conditions and developments.
• Independent management and prioritization of tasks and projects required.
• Close collaboration with project managers, project teams, and project assistants, and division administrative coordinator.

• None

• Budget compliance, including minimizing WIP, write-offs & aged AR
• Timeliness
• Degree of customer satisfaction
• Degree of team satisfaction
• Winning repeat work

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 2-4 years of experience in a project coordinator or similar role
• Professional licensure in a technical field, CAPM, or related certification
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies

• Experience in managing complex and/or multi-service projects
• Familiarity with multiple service and multiple office environments
• Previous experience mentoring and supporting junior project staff
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards
• Advanced proficiency in project management software and tools

• Location = Office based (in a Westwood office)
• Lifting / Moving / Standing = typical for a non-physical, office-based role
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required = None
• Travel = Little to no travel expected

Westwood offers a full suite of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance;
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employees are also eligible for a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and paid medical and family leave benefits in accordance with applicable state law.

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