Project Manager

LVI Associates; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is partnering with a well-established renewable energy developer and owner to recruit an experienced Project Manager for their utility-scale solar construction portfolio across the Mid-Atlantic. The role guides projects from pre-construction through turnover, coordinating with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and local authorities to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery.

Based in the Mid-Atlantic with regular travel to East Coast sites, the candidate will drive

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management experience in utility-scale solar or heavy civil construction.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders, contractors, and schedules.
• Strong understanding of utility-scale construction practices and project execution.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Experience with scheduling tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Manage utility-scale solar projects through all construction phases.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, suppliers, and stakeholders to maintain schedule and budget.
• Support procurement, subcontract management, and contract administration.
• Monitor costs, forecasting, change orders, and financial performance.
• Oversee commissioning, turnover docs, and handoff to operations.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Budgeting

Construction coordination

Job description

I'm currently working with a well-established renewable energy developer and owner with a growing portfolio of utility-scale solar projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. They are looking to add an experienced Project Manager to their construction team.

This position will oversee utility-scale renewable energy projects from pre-construction through commissioning and turnover, working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, local authorities, and field teams to ensure successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage utility-scale renewable energy projects through all phases of construction and project delivery
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, suppliers, and project stakeholders to maintain project schedules and budgets
• Support procurement, subcontract management, and contract administration activities
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, change orders, and financial performance
• Review construction documentation and assist with resolving design and field coordination issues
• Track project progress and maintain communication with both internal and external teams
• Oversee project closeout activities, including commissioning, punch list completion, turnover documentation, and handoff to operations teams
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget expectations

Desired Background

• 4+ years of project management experience within utility-scale solar, renewable energy, power, or heavy civil construction
• Experience managing multiple project stakeholders, contractors, and project schedules
• Strong understanding of utility-scale construction practices and project execution
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents
• Experience with scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar tools
• Familiarity with budgeting, estimating, and project financial management
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Location & Travel

• Based in the Mid-Atlantic region
• Regular travel to project sites throughout the East Coast as needed

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization with a strong development pipeline, long-term project backlog, and significant opportunities for career growth within the renewable energy sector.