Project Manager, SDI Services

SOLV Energy; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,448 - 138,060; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation pay

Sick pay

Holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy is looking for a Project Manager in Austin, Texas, with 5–8 years of field construction management experience to oversee solar projects. The role requires leadership, problem-solving skills, and effective communication. Responsibilities include managing contracts, schedules, budgets and ensuring project execution within set quality and safety standards. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. Compensation ranges from $110,448 to $138,060 annually.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of field construction management experience, including supervisory skills.
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.
• Thorough understanding of project management control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects regarding project management and contract management.
• Support the relationship with customers at a professional and technical level.
• Prepare reports and documentation of project activity.

Skills

Leadership ability

Problem-solving ability

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Drafting skills

Computer skills

Education

Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary

As a recognized leader in solar predrill and pile foundation installation for more than 25 years, SDI Services is now part of SOLV Energy—expanding our collective capability to deliver high‑quality infrastructure services to the power industry. By joining SOLV Energy’s comprehensive capabilities, SDI adds specialized expertise, expanded field capacity, and a robust fleet of drilling equipment to support exceptional project execution. Together, we’re improving performance across the full lifecycle through integrated solutions, reliable delivery, and proven experience serving utility‑scale solar projects.

Job Description

This position sits within SDI Services, a SOLV Energy affiliate company, and is posted on SOLV Energy’s careers site to connect great talent with meaningful opportunities. While you will apply through SOLV Energy, all day‑to‑day work, responsibilities, and decision‑making for this role will reside within SDI.

The Project Manager determines methods and solutions for managing day‑to‑day operations involving, and not limited to all project management, construction, procurement and contract changes. The Project Manager is detail oriented and selects the most efficient and economical manner in meeting the objectives as it relates to drilling pile installation, racking installation, module installation, quality control management, and any scope related to SDI Services obligation for solar PV projects. The Project Manager applies advanced techniques and analysis across multiple disciplines and multiple projects simultaneously. This level of Project Manager is a fully qualified professional, proficient in the utilization of current design and construction practices.

Frequent travel is expected. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Responsibilities And Duties

• The Project Manager is a central point person for the assigned project. Once the pre‑construction team hands the project off to the Project Manager, the Project Manager is lead in all aspects regarding the project such as contract management, communication, reporting, schedule maintenance, budget maintenance, change management, risk management, document control, meetings, meeting minutes, lessons learned tracking, and project closeout.
• Assist in planning, directing, supervising, and controlling the execution of technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of projects.
• Assist in determining the technical skills and staff hours required for successful completion of the project.
• Obtain, analyze, and circulate technical and contractual information to other members of the project team.
• Prepare reports and documentation of activity for the client and project management.
• Prepare notices and change order documentation for the client and project management.
• Determine and manage schedules and budgets for assigned project proposal and close‑outs, monitor progress and manage material logistics. Interface with procurement and subcontract personnel to facilitate seamless coordination between the office and field.
• Support the relationship with the customer at a professional and technical level – including supporting questions, evaluation requirements and system design.
• Set goals for field management, subcontractors and vendors. Motivate and manage to keep on task.
• Manage performance, productivity and quality of all field management, subcontractors and vendors to complete projects on time.
• Manage and coordinate the delivery of material and equipment to optimize job efficiency, ensure production is not impacted or additional cost incurred.
• Implement and enforce all company and contractual policies, safety standards and installation best practices.
• Attend site walks and pre‑construction planning meetings.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree or equivalent experience
• Field construction management experience (5–8 years, including supervisory skills)
• Leadership ability
• Problem‑solving ability and strong sense of urgency
• Organizational and communication skills
• Drafting and computer skills
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
• Thorough understanding of all project management control systems: scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range

$110,448.00 – $138,060.00

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Equal Opportunity Employer

Solv Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Solv Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. Solv Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.