Aypa Power · 1 month ago
Pre-Construction Associate - Battery Energy Storage / Renewable Energy
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expAypa Power is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects. The Pre-Construction Associate will play a critical role in the development and execution of Aypa’s portfolio of stand-alone battery storage and hybrid projects, working closely with stakeholders to plan, design, and prepare projects during the pre-construction phase.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyEnergy StorageRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Support in developing detailed project plans, schedules, and assist in the formation of budgets for mid-to-large scale BESS and/or solar projects
Collaborate with management and development to identify and review project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure all potential issues are addressed proactively
Coordinate to engineering design reviews during late-stage development and provide input regarding feasibility and constructability
Support curation of project documentation and permitting from the Development Team to the Construction Team
Oversee the preparation and submission of permitting applications and compliance documents, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met
Support the evaluation of risks on mature project sites, including site visits and data collection
Collaborate with the Engineering and Procurement team to ensure project designs meet technical, vendor, and regulatory requirements, and provide expert reviews on design documents, drawings, and specifications
Engage with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality control
Work with Procurement to identify scope gaps before or after the execution of respective contracts
Administer meetings with EPC contractors, suppliers, and interconnecting utilities for projects before mobilization
Maintain effective communication and schedules with internal project teams, contractors, and external stakeholders, ensuring all parties are informed and aligned
Ensure that projects adhere to environmental and safety standards and assist in the development of safety plans and protocols
Maintain project documentation, including contracts, permits, and reports, and prepare regular progress reports for senior management and stakeholders
Other duties as assigned or required, including techno-commercial value engineering
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, project or construction management, environmental science, or a related field
1 to 3 years of experience as a project manager or project engineer in the renewable energy sector
Strong knowledge of MS Project, P6, or Primavera
Strong technical analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Knowledge of regulatory and permitting processes in the energy sector
Preferred
Professional Engineer (P.Eng, PE) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) designations considered an asset
Proven track record of supporting utility-scale projects, with a preference for previous BESS and Solar experience
Benefits
Excellent health care/dental/vision
401k matching
Unlimited vacation
Paid parental leave
Other health/wellness benefits
Company
Aypa Power
Aypa Power builds, owns, and manages large-scale renewable energy projects to enhance grid stability and reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.71BKey Investors
ING Capital LLC
2025-05-01Debt Financing· $400M
2024-12-31Debt Financing· $190M
2024-12-11Debt Financing· $281.27M
Leadership Team
Moe Hajabed
Chief Executive Officer
Swaraj Jammalamadaka
Chief Technology Officer
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