Ameresco currently has a new opportunity for a Construction Manager to join our Chicago, IL project sites in support of the final design, construction, and successful implementation of multimillion-dollar energy efficiency projects.

Responsibilities:

• Provide daily construction, administrative and technical management of renewable construction projects delivering energy savings for public, institutional, government and commercial customers.
• Assist the Senior Project Manager as required with project accounting, budgeting, project schedule and tracking, reporting quality management and internal communications.
• Ensure compliance with Company's financial policies and procedures to include revenue recognition policies and project set up rules. Serve and assist as a liaison between the business office and operations.
• Direct interface with Ameresco customers managing customer service, relationships and contractual obligations.
• Assist the Engineering and Development team and the Senior Project Manager in project design and development including scope, subcontractor selection, cost estimation, installation and project scheduling.
• Regularly monitor assigned project performance and cost estimates to forecast estimates through to project completion for reasonableness against plans and actual expense rate.
• Review subcontractor and vendor bids solicited by the Senior Project Manager to help determine scope, schedule, timely delivery for all project related materials, equipment and construction services.
• Assist the Senior Project Manager in managing vendors and subcontractors to ensure quality control, project delivery on time and on budget while meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Directly manage construction managers (site supervisors) as assigned to ensure quality control, project delivery on time and on budget while meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Maintain and update project schedules to reflect current information, monitor critical path activities and tracking of outstanding items.
• Provide a detailed 2 week look schedule to facilitate customer coordination and planning.
• Assist the Senior Project Manager in managing project expenditures and job cost accounting processes: including accuracy, documentation, approvals, payment reporting, monthly forecasting and tracking.
• Ensure compliance with company, industry, customer and jurisdictional safety standards, practices and codes.
• Travel as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of construction project management experience.
• Ability to review confidential US security information.

Additional Qualifications:

• Completion or progress toward engineering, technical, or industry-related education preferred.
• Demonstrated work experience with several of the following energy efficiency disciplines - direct digital energy controls systems, variable frequency drives, high efficiency motors, central plant chiller and boiler installations, lighting retrofits, renewable energy technology, warranty and service requirements preferred.
• Proven experience with OSHA safety standards, mechanical and electrical systems development, engineering, and project management regulations, practices, and codes.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and foster positive business relationships.
• Strong verbal, written, computer, technical communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Project.
• Valid Drivers' License in good standing, issued by resident state.

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $92,000 - $134,000 (presented in good faith). In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, and may be eligible for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role.

Actual pay will depend on factors such as internal equity, skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. This range supports our commitment to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws. Compensation may vary by work location, including remote arrangements.

We disclose salary ranges and benefits in all required external and internal postings and will provide further details upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

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