Project Manager - Commercial Solar Projects

North Eastern Services; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Job summary

North Eastern Services is seeking a Project Manager to oversee commercial solar installations. This role involves managing project timelines, supervising construction crews, and preparing documentation to ensure customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in solar or related industries, strong communication skills, and the ability to read electrical plans.

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off are offered.

Qualifications

• 3 years or more of project management experience in Solar/Electrical/Construction.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans.
• Understanding OSHA standards and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure construction projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Supervise employees and contractors for large solar projects.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Project management

Understanding of NEC codes

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Office Software

Job description

Overview

Solar Gaines is a leading commercial solar installer throughout the Maryland, DC, and Virginia areas. We are in search of a Project Manager who will be responsible for managing new commercial solar installations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensure construction projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the client’s satisfaction.
• Supervise both employees and/or contractors for large solar commercial construction projects.
• Monitor labor efficiencies/needs, code compliance, work quality, and proper safety practices.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation.
• Assist in setting project objectives and developing project schedules.
• Work closely with customers to gather specific needs, design the configuration of the product(s), and generate an estimate containing all customer requirements.
• Create takeoffs.
• Verify that the estimate contains the correct products and quantities.
• Potentially visit customer sites to verify measurements and perform preliminary site safety inspections.
• Recommend changes to the design and incorporate any changes requested by the customer.
• Review the estimate with the sales team to ensure that data is accurate and that all components of the design are captured and properly charged.
• Modify the estimate per customer or sales manager requests.
• Provide estimates on change orders for current projects.
• Respond to customer and sales team questions concerning the estimate and/or design details.

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred – experience in solar.
• Minimum experience: 3 years or more.
• Required Industry Experience: Solar / Electrical / Construction.
• Prior project management experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications with in-depth knowledge of the NEC codes.
• Demonstrated track record of successful project leadership with experience managing construction crews.
• Understanding OSHA standards and safety requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to reconfigure measurements to change designs.
• Able to quickly create and modify take‑offs or large projects.
• Proficient in Office Software like word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k)
• Health / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee discount program
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance

Job Type

Full‑time

Pay

$100,000 - $120,000.00 per year

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Equal Opportunity Statement

Solar Gaines is an equal‑opportunity employer. As the company continues to grow, there are a variety of career opportunities awaiting you!