On-site Senior Project Manager, Utility-Scale Solar

SOLV Energy, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy, LLC is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee construction projects, including solar, storage, and substation work. This full-time on-site role in Clark County, NV involves travel and leadership of project teams, safety program development, and strict schedule adherence.

Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, subcontracting, reporting, and client relations. The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in field construction management and strong leadership and problem-solving

Qualifications

• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree or equivalent experience.
• Field construction management experience (8-10 years, including supervisory skills).
• Leadership ability.
• Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Drafting and computer skills.
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.
• Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating).

Responsibilities

• Able to perform all Project Manager's responsibilities (refer to position descriptions).
• Manage multiple or large, complex projects.
• Estimate and establish budgets and contract price (GMP/Lump Sum).
• Negotiate cost-effective subcontract and material purchases.
• Set up and implement job procedures and techniques to assure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material delivery.
• Keep project on schedule.
• Develop and maintain good relationship with Owner, Architect and Subcontractors.
• Work with Superintendent to develop safety plans and to implement safety procedures.
• Maintain timely and accurate reporting to management.
• Manage, train, and supervise project team according to Company policy.
• Organize regular meetings for management and subcontractors.
• Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract terms.
• Supervise documentation of all significant project events, e.g., accidents, delays, Change Orders.
• Direct preconstruction services and activities.
• Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontract bid packages.
• Assist with business development and participate in job interviews.
• Maintain quality control (integrity and excellence of completed project).
• Support estimating staff (bid item specialist).
• Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict.
• Complete all job close-out procedures.
• Conduct warranty follow-up (1-year warranty walks).
• Complete project with full or enhanced fee.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Engineering degree

Construction Mgmt

Supervisory skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Drafting

Computer skills

Contract law

Project accounting

Education

Engineering/Construction Management or Architectural degree

Job description

SOLV Energy, LLC is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee construction projects, including solar, storage, and substation work. This full-time on-site role in Clark County, NV involves travel and leadership of project teams, safety program development, and strict schedule adherence.

Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, subcontracting, reporting, and client relations. The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in field construction management and strong leadership and problem-solving