HV Assistant Project Manager, Utility Scale Solar (Illinois)

SOLV Energy, LLC; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation and holiday pay

Job summary

Solv Energy is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to provide overall support for HV construction/operation on a full-time basis at a jobsite in Galesburg, IL, with travel requirements. You will coordinate project engineers, review agreements, assist in budgets, and manage subcontractors to ensure on-time, safe, and compliant project completion.

The role emphasizes stakeholder coordination, scheduling, and maintaining safety standards in energized substations, with regular team meetings and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–4 years of design/construction experience in power substations.
• PMP certification or direct relevant industry experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and prioritize problems independently.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication; proficient in office practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all Project Engineer responsibilities to achieve project success.
• Review agreements and requirements to ensure project compliance.
• Assist in developing HV budgets, forecasts, and procurement.
• Manage HV subcontractors, RFIs, and status reporting.
• Lead or participate in project kick-off and coordination meetings.
• Ensure safe work environment and travel as needed.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Coordination

Education

PMP certification

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for overall support of HV construction/operation resulting in successful project execution. This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Galesburg, IL, and will require travel. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

• Able to communicate and coordinate all Project Engineer’s responsibilities to achieve project success
• Review Power Purchase Agreements, Generator Interconnection Agreements, Utility Interconnection requirements, Contract requirements, System Impact Studies, Facility Studies, and Customer/Owner Engineer requirements to ensure Project compliance
• Review LNTP/Early Stage Deliverables
• Assist in preparing project HV budgets and forecasts
• Assist in developing subcontractor scopes of work and support subcontracting efforts with PM
• Manage HV subcontractors (billings, RFIs, status reports, risk, etc.)
• HV Scope change management
• Participate in Project Kick-Off Meeting
• Manage/Collect RFI’s
• Participate in Utility Coordination Meetings
• Participate in Owner Coordination Meetings
• Participate in SE Team Meetings
• Participate in Material Procurement Review
• Hold Construction Schedule & Scope Review Meeting
• Schedule Kick-off Meeting (On-Site)
• Manage - Assemble Final Completion Punchlist
• Participate in team meetings/calls on a regular basis
• Work with Engineering team for material procurement
• Demonstrate and maintain a safe work environment, and direct safe work practices in energized substations
• Regular travel (local and inter-state) required
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance

• Adherence to Company policies and Corporate Procedures and Electrical Safety Manual
• Work within SE’s business processes and ensure an efficient working environment
• Project profitability
• Project completed on schedule
• Quality control; integrity and excellence of completed project
• Customer/Client Satisfaction
• Positive project team attitude
• Improved personal professional growth and education
• Staff development and training

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3-4 years of work related experience in design and/or construction of power substations
• PMP certification, or direct relevant industry experience preferred, skilled with knowledge related to the construction and operation of the electrical equipment and installation
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to work with others under all situations
• Ability to work, analyze, troubleshoot and prioritize problems independently
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills
• Proficiency and knowledgeable in office practices, procedures and equipment
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and coordinate P6 scheduling experience preferred

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• Requires frequent stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 20 or more lbs
• Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, talk, and possess depth perception
• Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high exposed places
• Occasional exposure to environmental conditions

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Solv Energy Is An Equal Opportunity Employer At Solv Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. Solv Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation, sick and holiday pay

Compensation Range: $97,767.00 - $122,209.00 Pay Rate Type: Salary

About Solv Energy

Solv Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry. We design, build and maintain utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation facilities across the United States. Our teams support projects from early engineering through long term operations and maintenance, giving employees opportunities to contribute across the full energy lifecycle. Our mission centers on strengthening communities and advancing the energy workforce. We focus on delivering projects that support long term economic growth and create pathways for skilled careers across the country. That commitment guides how we work with customers and how we support one another, rooted in our core values of Safety, Quality, Innovation and Teamwork. As a national organization, we offer broad opportunities to grow your career. Whether you work in the field or in an office role, you’ll find space to develop your skills, explore new directions and build a career that makes an impact. No matter where you begin, you join a capable team driving energy forward and helping build the foundation for the next generation of power in the U.S.