About the role

  • Solar Project Manager overseeing full lifecycle of solar installations from planning to execution. Responsible for schedules, budgets, safety protocols, and customer communication.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage detailed project schedules (Gantt charts), budgets, and work scopes.
  • Plan and coordinate electrical shutdowns and crane lift activities, ensuring safety, timing, and communication are optimized.
  • Monitor project progress to ensure milestones and deadlines are met.
  • Maintain accurate job costing records using FSG systems (COINS, Job Intelligence).
  • Write and issue purchase orders for equipment, services, and subcontractors.
  • Create and submit invoices to customers aligned with project milestone completions.
  • Track and approve vendor and contractor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
  • Maintain financial accuracy throughout the project lifecycle and proactively resolve discrepancies.
  • Coordinate with internal crews, subcontractors, engineers, and vendors to ensure successful field execution.
  • Conduct regular site visits to verify progress, quality, and safety.
  • Uphold and enforce strict safety standards to ensure all work is OSHA-compliant.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepare and publish regular customer reports with updates on progress, risks, and budget.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction through transparent communication and proactive problem-solving.
  • Manage all project documentation including permits, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout packages.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

Requirements

  • 3+ years experience managing solar, electrical, or construction projects.
  • Strong understanding of shutdown procedures, crane lift planning, and construction workflows.
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, procurement, and field teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and project management tools.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
  • Preferred: 5+ years of experience in solar operations, project management, or construction finance.
  • Experience in renewable energy, electrical contracting, or construction industries.
  • Familiarity with solar project workflows, permitting, and interconnection processes.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.
  • OSHA 30 Certification.
  • PMP or NABCEP Certification.
  • Experience with EV charging, battery storage, or microgrid systems.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and life insurance
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions
  • A collaborative, high-performance work environment

Job title

Solar Project Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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