Construction Project Manager (Commercial Solar Projects)

LutechResources; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and renewable energy company is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee commercial solar projects. Responsible for managing project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder relationships, the ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of project management experience and a degree in a related field. This role offers opportunities for professionals with experience in solar PV projects and a focus on safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in project management capacity.
• Minimum 3 years experience managing rooftop commercial solar PV projects at least 500kWdc and ground-mount projects at least 3MWdc.
• Combination of office and construction field experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project adherence to safety, quality, schedule and budget.
• Understand the project development process, including regulatory and permitting requirements.
• Develop project scope, budget, and timelines.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Strong Communication

Customer/Partner Relationships

Technology Expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft products

Job description

Construction Project Manager (Commercial Solar Projects)

Location: PA (Remote)

Contract: 2 year duration

No Direct Reports and 0-25% travel

The Construction Project Manager is responsible managing the construction of company-owned assets by third party contractors and ensuring successful results, which includes the operational and financial performance of projects. Construction Project Manager will work closely with other project stakeholders to align the development and execution of organization’s long-term and short-term plans.

Responsibilities

• Responsible to ensure project adherence to safety, quality, schedule and budget while bringing the project to completion within the designated set timeline
• Understand the project development process, including, regulatory, permitting and the local utility requirements
• Develop Project scope, budget, and timelines
• Co-ordinate with internal team functions for project Engineering, Procurement and Construction
• Oversight and interpretation of general engineering drawings
• Scope and assist Construction Manager in the management of construction contracts for various project execution steps, including management of contracts with external consultants and contractors
• Coordinate with contractors, equipment suppliers, consultants, municipalities, and regulatory authorities as needed
• Conduct site visits (min 1x/mth) to ensure projects are built according to issued IFC packages and company quality standards
• Measure and report project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Report project progress against baseline (safety, schedule, cost, quality) to management on a weekly basis
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Report and escalation risks and issues to management as needed
• Manage the relationship with landlords and all other project stakeholders
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Meet budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis and approvals
• Ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years experience in project management capacity
• Must have a Minimum 3 years experience managing rooftop commercial solar PV projects at least 500kWdc and ground-mount projects at least 3MWdc
• Candidates with a combination of office and construction field experience desirable
• Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products (Preferred)
• Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferred (Preferred)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Services for Renewable Energy