Associate Project Manager, Power Plants

Intersect is a company focused on innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure, aiming to preserve the planet for future generations. They are seeking an Associate Project Manager to support the delivery of complex power plant projects, partnering with a Project Manager to oversee the full project lifecycle from development to construction and operations.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain project plans across scope, schedule, budget, and resources to support successful delivery
• Coordinate activities across development, permitting, engineering, construction, and commissioning phases
• Support EPC contract development and execution while tracking contractor performance against expectations
• Monitor risks, issues, and milestones to keep projects aligned with delivery goals
• Partner with EPC contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal teams to maintain alignment and momentum
• Manage contractor deliverables to ensure compliance with contract requirements, timelines, and quality standards
• Lead project meetings, document key decisions, and drive action items through completion
• Administer construction documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and technical deliverables
• Maintain accurate and organized project records to support compliance and decision-making
• Prepare clear status updates, dashboards, and reports for internal stakeholders and leadership
• Track project financials including invoices, purchase orders, and budget updates
• Coordinate procurement activities and support timely delivery of equipment and materials
• Evaluate contractor change requests and maintain accurate change logs
• Partner with engineering teams to review EPC designs, submittals, and construction plans
• Align cross-functional disciplines including mechanical, electrical, civil, and controls systems
• Support adherence to safety standards, permitting requirements, and regulatory guidelines

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field
• 5–8 years of experience in project engineering, construction, or project management within power plants, energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure environments
• Experience supporting full project lifecycles, including development, permitting, engineering, construction, and commissioning
• Familiarity with EPC environments, including contract development, execution, and contractor performance management
• Working knowledge of construction administration processes such as RFIs, submittals, and change management
• Experience contributing to large-scale capital projects, including at least two full lifecycle projects through start-up and handoff
• Exposure to field execution, including construction, commissioning, or start-up activities
• Familiarity with OEM and balance-of-plant equipment such as turbines or reciprocating engines is helpful
• Proficiency with tools such as Google Workspace, Bluebeam, and collaboration platforms like Slack
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to translate technical information into clear, executive-ready insights
• A bias toward action and comfort operating in fast-paced, evolving environments
• A commitment to safety, quality, and accountability that will help you succeed on complex projects