Project Manager

Strata Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Strata Clean Energy is seeking a Project Manager to lead solar construction projects from inception through closeout. You will coordinate with internal departments, manage subcontractors, and maintain schedules and budgets to deliver high‑quality utility‑scale projects.

The role requires 5–10 years of PM experience in solar or energy projects, travel to sites 90–100% of the time, and strong communication skills to manage client expectations and reporting.

Qualifications

• BS in Construction, Engineering, Business or related discipline preferred; significant industry experience also considered.
• Strong project management and scheduling skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination across multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage 5 MW to 100MW+ solar construction projects from inception through closeout.
• Maintain project schedule and budget; report weekly % complete to executives.
• Coordinate with safety, engineering, quality, supply chain, and construction teams.
• Oversee subcontractors, direct reports, and multiple partners; ensure permits and laws are followed.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Scheduling

Budgeting

Risk management

Leadership

Education

BS in Construction, Engineering, Business or related discipline

Job description

Summary:

The Project Manager will manage projects to company standards and drive high performance in project deliverables to utility scaled projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing 5 MW to 100MW+ solar construction projects from inception through project closeout.
• Manage client and project expectations.
• Responsible forexternal and internal reporting.
• Manage direct reports, and multiple sub-contractors, for solar projects.
• Coordinate with internal departments (safety, engineering, quality, supply chain, construction,etc.).
• Responsible for cost and scheduling goals and project schedule including: development, metrics,maintenance of the schedule to report weekly to executives on % complete, etc.
• Champion company’s First Time Right process throughout the project.
• Responsible for project budget, risk management, safety, and quality.
• Ensure subcontractors are in compliance with all permits and laws, and mitigation measures onthe project.
• Maintain high level contact with permitting officials.
• Oversee the management of the system design and construction process.
• Make sure that all RFI’s and Submittals are responded to in a timely manner.
• Ensure all Company procured materials are ordered and delivered to site in the required timeline.
• Work with procurement team to identify and order long lead substation equipment negotiation and execute the contract associated Purchase Order/ associated invoices.
• Work with Procurement team to identify and solicit contracting partners, hold pre-bid meetings,training sessions.
• Managesubcontracts once executed including tracking deliverables, schedules, payments due,managing change orders, and providing notices or dispute resolution if required.
• Manage punch list, demobilization and financial close out of project.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise PM/PC I on site, assist with interview and annual reviews.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• BS in Construction, Engineering, Business or related discipline preferred.Candidates with significant experience within the industry will also be considered.
• 5-10 years of experience in project management and or operations.
• Experience in solar or energy related projects of $10M+.
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors, and/or self-perform work.
• Superior project management skills.
• Strong process orientation.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Travel to onsite project 90-100 % of the time as directed by supervisor.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Work is performed in an office environment and in the field. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, twist and lift up to 20 pounds.

About Us

Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management.

Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. There is a lot to learn at Strata, but we’re here to help you give your best and have a good time doing it.

At Strata, you’re part of something big. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We are driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Join us in powering the future.

Strata Solar is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.