Lead Preconstruction Manager, Solar Rooftop Projects

Solar Landscape; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training / Professional development

401(k) with 4% company match

Summer Fridays

Flexible remote/hybrid work

Parental leave

Team lunches and events

Office spaces in multiple cities

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Solar Landscape seeks a driven Project Manager to own a portfolio of solar rooftop projects. You will guide handoff from Business Development through construction permits, collaborate with engineering and procurement, and manage submittals, budgets, and subcontractor relationships.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in solar construction, strong communication and negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel to various sites. Hybrid work options are available with offices in major cities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years construction experience and/or engineering background in Solar.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, Dynamics 365 (or other construction management software), Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat Pro or equivalent pdf editor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective Negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of behind-the-meter and Utility interconnections.
• Understanding of Purchase Order, Subcontract, PPA, EPC Contracts and Project accounting.
• Organization and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter.
• Knowledge of construction safety requirements; OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Valid Driver’s License; must be willing to travel to various job sites.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Own a portfolio of projects from Business Development through construction permits.
• Manage all PM aspects from handoff to permit submission.
• Coordinate with preconstruction team to ensure site visits and required data.
• Assist Engineering in design decisions to meet requirements.
• Coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely equipment purchases.
• Build relationships with Subcontractors and develop RFQs/Subcontract Agreements.
• Attend weekly client meetings and relay tasks to engineering.
• Process submittals and RFIs as required.
• Track and manage construction budget during procurement.

Skills

MS Office

Dynamics 365

Microsoft Project

Adobe Acrobat

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Contracts knowledge

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Dynamics 365

Microsoft Project

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

Solar Landscape seeks a driven Project Manager to own a portfolio of solar rooftop projects. You will guide handoff from Business Development through construction permits, collaborate with engineering and procurement, and manage submittals, budgets, and subcontractor relationships.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in solar construction, strong communication and negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel to various sites. Hybrid work options are available with offices in major cities.