Field Site Manager – Solar Projects (Travel)

Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global); Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Energix seeks a Site Manager to oversee utility-scale solar projects in Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic. You will coordinate daily site activities, manage subcontractors and safety, and ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.

This is a 100% travel, field-based role requiring regular site presence and strong stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate has a BS in engineering/construction management and 4+ years in solar or renewable energy construction, with proficiency in scheduling

Qualifications

• 4 years of construction management experience, preferably in utility‑scale solar or renewable energy projects on the East Coast; experience as a general contractor is considered.
• Strong knowledge of solar construction processes, including scheduling, estimating, and subcontractor management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Skilled in contractor outreach, project estimation, RFIs, submittal reviews, and progress reporting.
• Excellent problem‑solving, stakeholder communication, and team leadership skills.
• Familiarity with local permitting, inspections, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Travel 100% of the time to active solar project sites across Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region.
• Plan daily site activities, allocate tasks, and ensure subcontractors, suppliers, and crews work in sync to meet project milestones.
• Monitor work progress, enforce quality standards, and resolve issues that could delay project completion.
• Implement safety protocols, conduct toolbox talks, ensure OSHA compliance, and maintain a hazard-free site.
• Oversee materials, equipment, and labor to prevent shortages and ensure operational efficiency.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for clients, architects, engineers, inspectors, and senior management.
• Maintain site logs, prepare progress reports, track change orders, and document incidents or delays.
• Verify work meets project specifications, building codes, and contractual requirements.
• Address unexpected issues such as weather delays, design conflicts, or supply disruptions.
• Prepare contractor agreements ensuring compliance with project specifications, budgets, and schedules.
• Manage project budgets, RFIs, change orders, and overall financial risk.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, subcontractors, and vendors for successful project execution.
• Support project closeout including commissioning, training, warranties, and O&M turnover.

Skills

Construction management

Scheduling

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Permitting & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Energix seeks a Site Manager to oversee utility-scale solar projects in Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic. You will coordinate daily site activities, manage subcontractors and safety, and ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.

This is a 100% travel, field-based role requiring regular site presence and strong stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate has a BS in engineering/construction management and 4+ years in solar or renewable energy construction, with proficiency in scheduling