Construction Manager

Progressive / SThree Group; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Specialist Staffing Group is seeking a Project Manager to lead utility-scale solar and solar + storage projects from EPC handoff through commercial operation in Altoona, PA.

You will manage planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout while coordinating between Development, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Operations, lenders, and owners. Travel to project sites is required; strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related technical discipline.
• 2–5 years of PM experience in utility-scale solar, renewable energy, power generation, or industrial construction.
• Strong understanding of utility-scale solar development and EPC execution.
• Experience with contract administration, procurement, and vendor management.
• Knowledge of transmission and interconnection processes preferred.
• Understanding of construction safety standards and quality management practices.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Comfortable working in active outdoor construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead utility-scale solar and solar + storage projects from EPC handoff through commercial operation.
• Manage project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Development, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Operations, contractors, consultants, lenders, and project owners.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, staffing plans, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Monitor project budgets, forecast costs, track variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide project status updates and performance reporting to executive leadership.
• Ensure critical project milestones are achieved on schedule and within budget.
• Lead procurement activities, including competitive bidding, vendor selection, and contract negotiations.
• Manage EPC, construction management, equipment supply, commissioning, warranty, and related project agreements.
• Review contract terms and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
• Coordinate internal teams and external contractors across civil, mechanical, electrical, interconnection, and QA disciplines.
• Facilitate project meetings, track action items, and resolve project issues.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with permitting requirements, lender obligations, EPC contracts, and regulatory standards.
• Oversee compliance related to Interconnection Agreements, IRA requirements, PPAs, and environmental regulations.
• Manage project energization, commissioning, and commercial operation activities.
• Coordinate project turnover to Operations and Maintenance teams.
• Ensure completion of punch lists, warranties, as-built drawings, and closeout documentation.
• Support process improvements, reporting enhancements, and project performance initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Solar

Vendor management

Interconnection

Negotiation

Communication

Travel readiness

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/PM

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead utility-scale solar and solar + storage projects from EPC handoff through commercial operation.
• Manage project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Development, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Operations, contractors, consultants, lenders, and project owners.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, staffing plans, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Monitor project budgets, forecast costs, track variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide project status updates and performance reporting to executive leadership.
• Ensure critical project milestones are achieved on schedule and within budget.
• Lead procurement activities, including competitive bidding, vendor selection, and contract negotiations.
• Manage EPC, construction management, equipment supply, commissioning, warranty, and related project agreements.
• Review contract terms and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
• Coordinate internal teams and external contractors across civil, mechanical, electrical, interconnection, and QA disciplines.
• Facilitate project meetings, track action items, and resolve project issues.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with permitting requirements, lender obligations, EPC contracts, and regulatory standards.
• Oversee compliance related to Interconnection Agreements, IRA requirements, PPAs, and environmental regulations.
• Manage project energization, commissioning, and commercial operation activities.
• Coordinate project turnover to Operations and Maintenance teams.
• Ensure completion of punch lists, warranties, as-built drawings, and closeout documentation.
• Support process improvements, reporting enhancements, and project performance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related technical discipline preferred.
• 2-5 years of project management experience in utility-scale solar, renewable energy, power generation, or industrial construction.
• Strong understanding of utility-scale solar development and EPC project execution.
• Experience with contract administration, procurement, and vendor management.
• Knowledge of transmission and interconnection processes preferred.
• Understanding of construction safety standards and quality management practices.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Comfortable working in active outdoor construction environments.

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for benefits such as health insurance, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.