Project Manager

ProSolar America; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy projects is seeking a Solar Project Manager. Responsible for managing the full life cycle of commercial solar projects, this role includes overseeing pre-construction activities and coordinating internal teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Paid Holidays

401(k) option

Health insurance

Paid time off

Opportunity for career development

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership abilities along with coaching and mentoring.
• Ability to identify and resolve installation issues related to electrical systems.
• Strong commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full life cycle of commercial solar projects from contract execution.
• Delegate tasks and ensure team synergy across multiple units.
• Perform quality control and maintain communication with clients.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary:

We are helping to accelerate the transition to clean energy by working directly with enterprise level companies, small businesses, and implementing renewable energy projects. This position is responsible for managing the full life cycle of commercial solar projects from contract execution to final commissioning. As a Project Manager, you will oversee all pre-construction activities related to the project, coordinating and preparing internal construction management

Solar Project Manager Duties/Responsibilities:

• Creating long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines
• Delegating tasks on the project to employees best positioned to complete them
• Making effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project
• Serving as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy
• Communicating with executives or the board to keep the project aligned with their goals
• Performing quality control on the project throughout development to maintain the standards expected
• Adjusting schedules and targets on the project as needs or financing for the project change
• Participate in company’s training and meetings.
• Network and look for opportunities for engagement to build a client base
• Represent ProSolar brand
• Stay educated on the newest solar energy products and technologies and financing options.
• Site Survey and Take off on roofing projects
• Coordinate with permit package preparer
• Provide support to Regional Sales Manager as required for materials, schedule, and cost information.
• Request Material bids and prepare P.O.'s
• Monitor job progress and record all events and communications
• Resolve problems and issues that may arise – including both technical and contractual
• Maintain a change order status log. Keep Accounts Receivables informed of all pending and approved change orders
• Maintain communication with the client to keep them informed and engaged
• Maintain communication with Solar Operations to keep them informed
• Attend Daily Department Team meetings and Weekly Scheduling meetings
• Schedule Reroofs once the permit is issued
• Schedule and Attend Final Inspections
• Notify Solar Operations of completion in order to schedule Solar installation
• New Projects ( Payroll, Lead Acquisitions billing and payment, Roofing Billing, P.O.'s, and vendor payments, Updating of Solar Software working with Sr. IT Manager and other tasks as they arise.)
• Other tasks as assigned.
  

Requirements

RELATED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATIONAL AND REQUIREMENTS

• Strong commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
  

• Ability to identify and resolve installation issues related to electrical racking modules effectively, making sound decisions under pressure.
  

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including coaching, mentoring, and team motivation.
  

• Strong organizational and time management skills to plan and prioritize installation projects efficiently.
  

• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance required
  

• High school diploma or equivalent
  

• Must be highly motivated and self-driven.
  

• Bilingual (Spanish) strongly preferred
  

• Leadership skills
  

• Interpersonal skills
  

• Decisiveness
  

• Problem-solving skills
  

• The ability to delegate effectively
  

• Time management skills
  

• Ability to travel between job sites
  

• Strong familiarity with construction and electrical codes
  

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

• Work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment or travels via vehicle
  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to ambulate, sit and/or stand in various intervals throughout the work shift
  

• Use of computer, phone, copier, and other office equipment in the course of a day
  

• While performing the duties of this job, occasionally required to use hand to handle, touch and use tools, reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop, twist, lift, reach, push, pull, grasp, balance, talk, hear, and ambulate during the course of employment
  

• Specific vision ability required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and an ability to adjust focus
  

• Employees may be required to travel for business purposes
  

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits:

• Long term stability in a fast-growing industry
  
• Competitive compensation and bonus program
  
• Paid Holidays
  
• Generous 401(k) option
  
• Dental Insurance
  
• Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
  
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability
  
• Optional Employee Paid - Voluntary Benefits
  
• Health insurance
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Vision insurance
  
• Opportunity for career development and advancement with a rapidly growing company

Benefits Package available after 60 days of employment. However, some items are subject to meeting eligibility.

ProSolar Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Office of Human Resources.

ProSolar Systems is a company serving USVI, Florida, California and Puerto Rico. We have a passion for solar energy and for how it can dramatically reduce utility bills and provide families with energy independence.

Job Type: Full-time