Assistant Project Manager

Solar Landscape; Asbury Park (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% company match

Summer Fridays

Flexible remote/hybrid work options

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life and long-term disa b

Job summary

Solar Landscape is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the successful execution of solar projects. The role will work closely with the Project Management team and be responsible for assisting with all aspects of project delivery, including planning, budgeting, procurement, construction management, project controls, reporting, scheduling, and risk management.

The position involves coordinating design and permitting activities with engineering teams and local authorities, following

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management or Construction Management preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• 2+ years of experience in solar industry, preferably in project coordination or project support.
• Strong understanding of commercial PV construction including rooftop, ground-mount, and carport installations.
• Knowledge of interconnection processes with utilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, budgeting, management, and completion of PV projects.
• Coordinate design and permitting activities with engineering team and local authorities.
• Follow Solar Landscape Safety and Quality standards and ensure compliance by others.
• Provide input on construction schedules for assigned projects.
• Solicit, negotiate, and execute subcontracts and purchase orders to support project schedule.
• Schedule and manage deliveries of materials and equipment with timely follow-up on missing items.
• Assist with planning and execution of self-performed work and management of labor crews and subcontractors.
• Help complete all job closeout procedures including inspections, interconnection, testing, and reviews.
• Build trust and rapport with all Solar Landscape departments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Travel-ready

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/PM/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Dynamics 365

Job description

About Us

Solar Landscape is the nation's leading distributed energy infrastructure company, transforming commercial real estate into a source of new power by deploying solar and storage at scale. Partnering with more than 170+ commercial real estate owners, the company develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed energy projects that deliver new capacity to the grid in as little as 12 months while generating long-term income for commercial and industrial property owners.

Proven by our performance, backed by institutional capital, and trusted by the biggest names in commercial real estate, we’re building the future of energy, and it shows:

• Recognized by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in 2025
• Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies
• Ranked the #1 commercial rooftop solar developer by Solar Power World in both 2025 and 2026

That doesn’t happen without a team of smart, driven, and down-to-earth people who are serious about doing excellent work—and fun to work with. At Solar Landscape, you’ll be challenged, trusted with responsibility, and surrounded by people who thrive in our fast-paced environment. Career growth here isn’t limited by title or a rigid path: people who take ownership and deliver are given opportunities to stretch, lead, and make an impact. Along the way, you’ll be supported by great benefits, professional development, and a culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and accountability.

Across our headquarters in Asbury Park, New Jersey and our offices in New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore, Solar Landscape employees are building something that matters, deploying critical energy infrastructure that creates long-term value for communities, property owners, and the grid. Come join us.

About The Role

We are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the successful execution of solar projects. The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with the Project Management team and be responsible for assisting with all aspects of project delivery, including project planning, budgeting, procurement, construction management, project controls, reporting, scheduling, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, budgeting, management, and completion of PV projects
• Coordinate design and permitting activities with engineering team and local authorities
• Follow Solar Landscape Safety and Quality standards and make sure others are adhering to policies
• Provide input on 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
• Assist with planning and execution of 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
• Help complete all job closeout procedures including AHJ inspections, interconnection, testing, documentation, Owner’s Engineer reviews, Independent Engineer reviews
• Build trust and rapport with all Solar Landscape departments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management or Construction Management preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and construction management software such as Dynamics 365
• 2+ years of experience in the solar industry, preferably in a project coordination or project support role
• Strong understanding of commercial PV construction, including rooftop, ground-mount, and carport installations
• Knowledge of behind-the-meter and utility interconnection processes
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Familiarity with construction safety standards; OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license with willingness to travel to job sites as needed
• Ability to climb ladders and access building rooftops
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Benefits And Perks

We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:

• Training / Professional development opportunities
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Summer Fridays
• Flexible remote/hybrid work options
• Paid parental leave
• Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
• Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance

ADA Accommodation Statement

Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.