Application Guide

How to Apply for Assistant Project Manager

at Generate Capital

🏢 About Generate Capital

Generate Capital is a leading financier, owner, and operator of sustainable infrastructure projects across North America, delivering clean energy, water, waste, and agriculture solutions. Unlike traditional project developers, Generate Capital owns and operates assets long-term, creating stable, impactful careers focused on building a more sustainable world.

About This Role

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will be the linchpin for landowner relationships and project execution, supporting the development of solar and other renewable energy projects from site diligence through construction to operational handoff. Your work directly enables the deployment of infrastructure that reduces carbon emissions and strengthens communities.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a check-in on landowner communications, followed by reviewing engineering reports for a site diligence package. You'll then update project budgets in spreadsheets, approve invoices from EPC contractors, and prepare a turnover checklist for an upcoming project handoff to Asset Management. Afternoon could involve a call with a contractor about schedule delays and a internal meeting to align on project milestones.

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🎯 Who Generate Capital Is Looking For

  • You have 2+ years of experience in development administration or project management, ideally in renewable energy, with a track record of managing multiple tasks and stakeholders simultaneously.
  • You are exceptionally detail-oriented, with demonstrated ability to track budgets, contracts, and schedules without losing sight of the big picture.
  • You communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally, and can build trust with landowners, contractors, and internal teams.
  • You are proactive and resourceful, able to anticipate issues in site diligence or contractor management and escalate or resolve them efficiently.

📝 Tips for Applying to Generate Capital

1

Tailor your resume to highlight experience with solar PV projects, landowner relations, budget tracking, and contractor management—use specific metrics (e.g., 'managed 5+ contractor relationships across 10 MW of solar projects').

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your past roles to Generate Capital's mission of owning and operating assets long-term, not just developing and selling them.

3

Mention any familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and financial tools (e.g., Excel for cost forecasting).

4

Research Generate Capital's portfolio of projects and mention a specific project or technology (e.g., agrivoltaics, community solar) that interests you.

5

Proofread meticulously—this role demands attention to detail, so a typo could be a red flag.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your experience with landowner onboarding and relationship management, including any negotiation or communication challenges you overcame.', 'Highlight your ability to manage budgets and approvals, with examples of how you kept projects on track financially.', 'Show your understanding of the project lifecycle from diligence to turnover, and how you coordinate with engineering, EPC, and asset management teams.', "Express genuine passion for sustainable infrastructure and alignment with Generate Capital's long-term ownership model."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Generate Capital's website and recent press releases to understand their project types (e.g., solar, energy storage, water) and their 'Generate Your Future' approach.
  • → Look into their project portfolio by region to see where they operate and what communities they serve.
  • → Read about their business model as a long-term asset owner vs. a developer—this is key to their culture and role expectations.
  • → Check their LinkedIn for employee testimonials or recent news about new hires or project milestones.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you managed a difficult landowner relationship—how did you build trust and resolve issues?
2 How do you track multiple project budgets and ensure invoices are approved on time? Walk us through your process.
3 How would you coordinate an engineering review with an external consultant while managing EPC contractor schedules?
4 What experience do you have with solar PV projects specifically? If limited, how would you quickly get up to speed?
5 How do you prioritize tasks when juggling several projects in different stages (diligence, construction, turnover)?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic cover letter—failing to mention Generate Capital's unique ownership model shows lack of research.
  • Don't overlook the remote aspect—ensure you have a dedicated workspace and can manage independent work without micromanagement.
  • Don't ignore the 'exposure to solar PV preferred' requirement—if you lack it, proactively address how your transferable skills apply.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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Offer

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