Location: Arlington, VA (On-Site)
Travel: Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic Region
Experience: 4+ years in utility-scale solar or renewable energy construction
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee utility-scale solar projects from permitting and pre-construction through construction, commissioning, and final handover to the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team. Based at our Arlington, VA headquarters, this position requires regular travel throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in project budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, procurement, and construction oversight.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage solar construction projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications.
Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and critical path milestones.
Prepare and administer contractor agreements, subcontractor contracts, and procurement activities.
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and construction documentation.
Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, vendors, consultants, inspectors, utilities, and local permitting authorities.
Review construction drawings and specifications to resolve technical conflicts and field issues.
Monitor project progress, costs, risks, and schedule performance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
Coordinate commissioning, punch lists, warranties, as-built drawings, and final O&M handover.
Conduct performance reviews for direct reports, where applicable.
Required Qualifications:
2+ years of project management experience in renewable energy, preferably in utility-scale solar construction.
Strong understanding of solar construction processes and project controls.
Experience managing project budgets, contracts, RFIs, change orders, and subcontractors.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office, construction estimating, and drawing interpretation.
Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate diverse stakeholders.
Willingness to travel regularly throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region.
Work Location:
This is an on-site position based at our Arlington, VA headquarters, with regular travel to solar construction sites throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region.
