Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SolAmerica Energy is a private equity-backed firm developing and operating solar projects and energy storage solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to oversee the lifecycle of their solar and energy storage portfolio, ensuring successful and profitable project implementation.
Responsibilities
- Manage project preconstruction including EPC bids and supervision of engineering design
- Responsible for the overall delivery of the project within budget, schedule, and quality requirements; while maintaining relationships with clients, stakeholders, and vendors
- Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution
- Manage project resources and allocate tasks to team members
- Conduct regular project meetings to identify and address any issues or risks
- Manage engineering and procurement teams to ensure the timely delivery of equipment and materials
- Review and take ownership of critical path project schedules for construction; along with aligning with company and financing requirements
- Create detailed project budgets, managing cash flow, analyzing costs vs. benefits, and ensuring the project meets financial goals set forth by Stage Gate approval process
- Produce project level reporting deliverables at required intervals as set forth by management
- Assist in the negotiation of EPC contract amounts and contract terms
- Oversee the installation and commissioning of solar systems by turn-key EPC, ensuring adherence to safety, health and environmental standards
- Communicate project status updates, milestones, and key deliverables to internal teams, management, and financing partners
- Manage Utility interconnection processes after execution of Interconnection Agreement to align with project requirements
- Coordinate with financing parties, including Independent or third-party engineering needs and deliverables
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related STEM field
- Demonstrated experience achieving positive renewable energy project construction results
- Deep understanding of the solar industry
- Experience with solar electrical equipment engineering and/or electrical engineering
- Experience with solar racking design and engineering process (geotechnical studies, pile load testing, etc.)
- Proficient with MS Project or other Critical Path Scheduling Tools
- PMP, PE, NABCEP, OSHA 10 (or 30) or other Certifications
- Proven experience in project management, preferably in the solar energy industry
- Strong understanding of solar photovoltaic systems and installation practices
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to read and comprehend plans, drawings, specifications, bid materials, contracts and related construction documents
- Ability to be self-motivated and work in a team environment where the focus is on the goals and objectives that determine the success of the projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to exercise judgment to appropriately balance risks with business objectives
- Intellectual curiosity and a desire to constantly learn and improve
- Self-starter with a strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team
- Knowledge of project management software and tools
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Understanding or regulatory requirements related to solar energy projects
- Advanced degree or professional certification in project management
- Experience in the field
- Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and testing requirements
Benefits
- Equity-based compensation
- Opportunities for performance bonuses
- Monthly stipend for communication expenses
- All our health insurance benefits activate on Day 1
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