DER Construction Project Manager - Solar & Energy Storage

International Executive Service Corps; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 76,320 - 122,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical, prescription,,d

Job summary

McKinstry in Denver, CO, is seeking a Construction Project Manager, DER, to lead a smaller- scope DER project from planning through closeout under the guidance of a Sr. PM.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors while ensuring regulatory compliance and client communication. The role requires 2–5 years in DER-related construction, a degree in construction management or engineering (or equivalent experience), and proficiency with project management software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; or equivalent experience
• 2–5 years of experience in construction project management or coordination; DER, solar, or energy storage experience preferred
• Knowledge & Skills: DER construction processes, project budget and schedule management, subcontractor and vendor coordination, permitting and regulatory compliance, quality control plan execution, client communication, and risk identification
• PMP pursuit encouraged

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of an assigned, smaller‑scope DER construction project under Sr. PM guidance, including planning, execution, and closeout
• Track and manage project budgets, schedules, and resources with increasing accountability for financial and schedule outcomes
• Support compliance with contractual obligations, permitting, regulatory requirements, and environmental standards, including GC state and local license requirements
• Coordinate with field teams, engineers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain project momentum and communication
• Identify and escalate risks impacting project cost, timeline, safety, and quality, with support from senior project management
• Execute construction quality control plans and support client billing and monthly forecast reporting

Skills

DER construction processes

Budget and schedule management

Subcontractor coordination

Regulatory compliance

Quality control

Client communication

Risk identification

Project management software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Equivalent experience

Tools

Project management software

Job description

McKinstry in Denver, CO, is seeking a Construction Project Manager, DER, to lead a smaller- scope DER project from planning through closeout under the guidance of a Sr. PM.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors while ensuring regulatory compliance and client communication. The role requires 2–5 years in DER-related construction, a degree in construction management or engineering (or equivalent experience), and proficiency with project management software.