Assistant Project Manager

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. 

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Ameresco is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our team in a highly travel‑intensive, field‑focused role. This position requires approximately 80% travel to active project sites and is best suited for professionals who enjoy being onsite, coordinating construction activities firsthand, and supporting project execution in real time. You will work closely with a Senior Project Manager to help implement energy‑saving solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a regular onsite presence, traveling extensively to project locations (approximately 80% travel) to support daily construction activities and project execution.
• Assist with the administrative and technical management of construction projects, ensuring successful delivery of energy savings to public, institutional, government, and commercial clients.
• Support the Senior Project Manager by coordinating field activities, managing project schedules, tracking progress, preparing quality and compliance reports, and facilitating communication between site teams and internal stakeholders.
• Help manage vendors and subcontractors in the field, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and customer expectations.
• Maintain and update project schedules, moanitor critical path activities, and track open issues with a strong focus on onsite progress and resolution.
• Assist with scheduling, coordinating, and overseeing special inspections and inspections conducted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), often requiring onsite attendance.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support project teams and field operations,
• And other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three to five years of project management or construction‑related experience.
• Current OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Safety Certification.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively (approximately 80%), including overnight stays, as required by project demands.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with Procore software.
• Proficiency in MS Project.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Strong organizational skills, proactive work style, and demonstrated OSHA compliance experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with field crews, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Comfortable working in active construction environments and adapting to frequent location changes.

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $76,000 –$121,500 (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.

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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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Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.