Project Manager

Motive Holding Companies LLC; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Holding Companies LLC in California is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex renewable energy projects, including commercial solar, BESS, and EV charging infrastructure. You will be the central point of accountability for delivering exceptional results to clients and the company.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams from development through construction, manage budgets, report progress, and ensure high-quality delivery on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; PMP or advanced degree preferred.
• 3+ years of project management experience in construction or real estate development.
• Experience with commercial rooftop solar, solar canopy, battery energy storage, or EV charging preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex renewable energy installation projects from initiation through completion.
• Communicate with clients weekly or daily on project performance and deliver reports.
• Deliver projects ahead of schedule, under budget, with high quality through cross-functional collaboration.
• Monitor expenditures against budget and contract, identifying trends for improvements.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Organization

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Renewable energy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Project)

Job description

The Project Manager will lead complex, client-focused renewable energy projects and serves as the central point of accountability for delivering exceptional results for clients and company.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex renewable energy installation projects including commercial solar, battery storage systems (BESS), and electric vehicle charging infrastructure from initiation through completion.
• Communicate on a weekly, and often daily, basis with assigned clients regarding project performance; prepare and deliver regular project-specific and program-level reports.
• Deliver exceptional results to clients and the company by delivering projects ahead of schedule, under budget, and built to the highest standard of quality by collaborating with colleagues across sales, development, engineering, supply chain, construction, accounting, and safety.
• Monitor project expenditures against budget and contract and work with internal teams to identify trends and drive improvements.

Skills / Other

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to a high standard of quality.
• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders and foster collaboration.
• Understanding of the renewable energy industry, technology, and trends.

Education / Training

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees or additional certifications such as a PMP are preferred.

Technical Requirements

• Strong skillset in Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Excel, and Project.

Experience

• 3+ years of project management or coordination experience within a construction or real estate development role.
• Prior experience in Commercial Rooftop Solar, Canopy/Carport Solar, Battery Energy Storage Systems, or EV Charging Infrastructure is preferred. Consideration will also be given to experience in similar industries such as telecommunications, transportation, or other specialized development and construction.

Pay: $100,000 - $120,000/year