Project Manager - Commercial Solar

Joseph Michaels International; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Company Vehicle and Gas Card

401(k) with Company Match

Career Growth and Advancement

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International is seeking an experienced Project Manager for its expanding commercial solar division in Milford, CT. You will oversee large-scale solar projects from contract execution through final completion, coordinating schedule, budget, procurement, utilities, and client communications.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in commercial construction or renewable energy projects, strong NEC knowledge, and proven leadership in fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholders,

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management experience in commercial construction, electrical construction, or utility-scale solar.
• Strong budgeting and cost control experience.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders (utilities, municipalities, engineers, subcontractors).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial and municipal solar projects (rooftop, ground mount, carport, and portfolio-based) across CT.
• Lead project kickoff meetings and establish execution plans.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and critical paths.
• Manage procurement of major equipment (modules, inverters, switchgear, transformers, BOS materials).
• Coordinate with utilities for interconnection, witness testing, and approvals.
• Track budgets and ensure margin targets are met.
• Review subcontracts and vendor agreements.
• Submit and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering and field teams to ensure design intent is executed correctly.
• Oversee permitting and inspection processes.
• Manage project billing milestones and O&M transition at completion.
• Maintain organized project documentation and reporting.
• Identify and mitigate risks early in the lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Drawings reading

Tools

MS Office

PM software

Job description

Our client is a well-established mid-sized commercial electrical contractor based in Milford, CT, serving commercial, industrial, and municipal clients. Their expanding commercial solar division is seeking seeking an experienced Project Manager.

The Project Manager will oversee large-scale commercial and municipal solar projects from contract execution through final completion. This role is responsible for managing schedule, budget, subcontractors, procurement, utility coordination, inspections, and client communication. The ideal candidate has experience managing complex electrical or renewable energy projects and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced construction environment with multiple stakeholders including utilities, municipalities, engineers, and subcontractors.

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Monday through Friday
• 60% office-based, 40% on job sites across CT
• Must be comfortable managing multiple job sites

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple commercial and municipal solar projects (rooftop, ground mount, carport, and portfolio-based projects) across the state of Connecticut
• Lead project kickoff meetings and establish clear execution plans
• Develop and maintain project schedules (critical path, long lead items, utility coordination timelines)
• Manage procurement of major equipment including modules, inverters, switchgear, transformers, and balance of system materials
• Coordinate with utilities for interconnection, witness testing, and approvals
• Track project budgets and monitor costs to ensure margin targets are maintained
• Review and manage subcontracts and vendor agreements
• Submit and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documentation
• Coordinate with engineering and field teams to ensure design intent is executed correctly
• Oversee permitting and inspection processes
• Manage project billing milestones and support O&M transition at project completion
• Maintain organized project documentation and reporting
• Identify and mitigate risks early in the project lifecycle

Requirements:

• 4+ years of project management experience in commercial construction, electrical construction, or utility-scale solar
• Strong understanding of NEC and electrical construction practices
• Experience managing projects exceeding 500 kW preferred
• Experience with municipal contracts and public bid work preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and electrical schematics
• Strong budgeting and cost control experience
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• OSHA 30 certification preferred

Benefits:

Why join this company?

• Competitive base salary in the $115-130k range, negotiable based on your experience
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (through union)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Company Vehicle and Gas Card
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities