Solar Project Manager – Renewable Energy

Remote People Ltd.; Barrie; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote People Ltd. is seeking a Solar Project Manager to oversee solar installations from planning to commissioning. This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating engineers, installation teams and contractors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

You will manage schedules, budgets, permits and safety compliance while ensuring high installation quality and client satisfaction. Strong technical knowledge of solar PV systems and experience with project documentation and regulatory

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in solar/renewable energy.
• Strong technical understanding of solar PV systems.
• Experience coordinating contractors, suppliers and teams.
• Ability to manage schedules, budgets and priorities.
• Understanding of permitting and safety requirements.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, Environmental Science or related field.
• Proficiency with project documentation software.

Responsibilities

• Manage solar projects from planning through installation and handover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans and milestones.
• Coordinate engineers, installation teams, subcontractors, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Conduct site assessments and evaluate installation requirements.
• Oversee permitting, approvals and safety compliance.
• Monitor project costs, purchase orders, invoices and change orders.
• Identify scheduling conflicts, technical challenges and risks early.
• Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality and safety.
• Act as the primary contact for customers with updates and issue resolution.
• Oversee final inspections, commissioning, documentation and handover.

Skills

Project management

Solar PV systems

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contractor coordination

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Engineering or Renewable Energy degree

Tools

HelioScope

PVsyst

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Location: Barrie / Simcoe County, Ontario | On-Site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Renewable Energy | Solar Power
Comp: $90K - $120K

Take Ownership of Solar Projects from Planning to Commissioning

We're partnering with a growing renewable energy organization seeking an experienced Solar Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of solar installation projects.

This is a hands-on project leadership opportunity for someone who understands both the technical and operational sides of solar energy projects.

You'll take ownership of project planning, budgets, schedules, contractor coordination, regulatory approvals and installation quality, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification.

What You'll Own

• Manage solar energy projects from initial planning through installation, commissioning and final handover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans and delivery milestones.
• Coordinate engineers, installation teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
• Conduct site assessments and evaluate technical installation requirements.
• Oversee permitting, approvals and compliance with applicable building, electrical, environmental and safety requirements.
• Monitor project costs, purchase orders, invoices and change orders.
• Identify scheduling conflicts, technical challenges and project risks before they affect delivery.
• Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality, progress and safety compliance.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, providing project updates and resolving concerns.
• Oversee final inspections, commissioning, documentation and project handover.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Proven project management experience, ideally within solar energy or renewable energy projects.
• Strong technical understanding of solar PV systems, system design and installation processes.
• Experience coordinating contractors, suppliers and technical project teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, budgets and competing priorities.
• Understanding of permitting, regulatory compliance and construction safety requirements.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, Environmental Science or a related field.
• Proficiency with project management software and technical project documentation.

Highly Valued

• Direct experience delivering solar installation projects.
• Familiarity with HelioScope, PVsyst, Microsoft Project or Primavera.
• Experience with solar system commissioning and final handover.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.

Who Will Thrive Here?

You're a Project Manager who understands that successful solar installations require more than a well-maintained schedule.

You know how to coordinate people, manage costs, anticipate technical issues and keep projects moving when unexpected challenges arise.

You're comfortable working with engineers and field teams, communicating directly with customers and taking accountability for results.

Most importantly, you understand the practical realities of delivering solar energy projects from concept to completion.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct ownership of renewable energy project delivery.
• Opportunity to work across the full solar project lifecycle.
• Hands-on involvement in technical planning, installation and commissioning.
• Collaboration with engineering, construction and field operations teams.
• Meaningful responsibility for project performance, quality and customer satisfaction.