Solar Landscape is hiring a
Solar Project Manager

Summary

The job is for a Project Manager at Solar Landscape, a fast-growing company that invests in historically underinvested communities to make solar energy accessible. The role involves managing all aspects of solar projects, providing leadership, and technical expertise.

Requirements

• Engineering or Construction Management Bachelor’s degree preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in field construction management
• Leadership ability
• Competent with MS Office suite, Dynamics 365 (or other construction management software), Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of rooftop, ground-mount, and carport commercial PV construction means and methods
• Knowledge of behind-the-meter and Utility interconnections
• Understanding of Purchase Order, Subcontract, PPA, EPC Contracts and Project accounting
• Organization and communication skills
• Detail-oriented, self-starter
• Knowledge of construction safety requirements; OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Valid Driver’s License, must be willing to travel to various job sites
• Ability to climb ladders and access building roofs
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Responsibilities

• Plan, budget, manage, and complete PV projects of moderate complexity, or multiple projects of lesser complexity simultaneously
• Coordinate design and permitting activities with engineering team and local authorities
• Work with Safety Manager to develop Site Specific Health and Safety Plans and implement safety procedures
• Manage Quality Control and develop/implement Site Specific Quality Management Plan
• Develop construction schedules for assigned projects
• Solicit, negotiate, and execute subcontracts and purchase orders with timely delivery to support the project schedule
• Schedule and manage deliveries of materials and equipment. Maintain accurate receiving records and provide timely follow up to missing items, damaged goods, backorders, etc
• Plan, execute, and take responsibility for self-performed work and managing labor crews and subcontractors. Plan sequencing, crew-sizes, productivity goals, and monthly labor spend. Execute work and track actual results, adjusting and refining forecasts to reflect actual production
• Trains Foremen on pre-planning, surveying, plan reading, productivity, efficiency, economical crew size, quality workmanship, and safety to ensure projects are expeditiously constructed
• Act as primary point of contact for Customers and Key Stakeholders while organizing and leading regular meetings
• Provide status reports to Senior Management on a regular basis, particularly regarding safety, quality, schedule, and cost forecasting
• Complete all job closeout procedures including AHJ inspections, interconnection, testing, documentation, Owner’s Engineer revies, Independent Engineer reviews
• Manage, train, and supervise project team; act as mentor to younger employees to encourage professional growth and career development
• Support sales activities with estimates, contract review, and client communication

Benefits

• Hybrid and remote work schedules ensuring a healthy work/life balance
• For our folks in NYC, we have a convenient WeWork space employees are welcome to share
• Employees come together to eat every day! Like in a home, our gourmet kitchen is the heart of the office. Solar Landscape has a full-time in-house chef cooking daily farm-to-table meals using locally sourced organic food
• Also included in employees is our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match
• Health, dental, & vision insurance, flexible paid time off and holiday PTO
• We provide healthy snacks, coffee, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!