Project Manager ( Solar )

Actalent; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Project Manager for our Nashville-based team to oversee solar tracking projects from inception to delivery. You will manage project scope, schedule, and budget while aligning with client expectations and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities include coordinating P&L, revenue forecasting, invoicing, and cost control, plus providing field support for installation and quality control. Strong communication and technical understanding of solar systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3–7 years of project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of solar tracking systems and related tools.
• Experience with project P&L, cost management and revenue forecasting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Run projects from purchase order to commissioning and manage data analysis for parts allocation.
• Develop and maintain technical understanding of Solar Tracking Systems and tools.
• Manage project P&L including revenue forecasting, invoicing, cashflow, and cost management.
• Provide customer field support for installation and quality control.
• Drive resolution to quality issues via Non-Conformance Reports and Construction Deviation Reports.
• Coordinate with product development, sales and marketing as needed.
• Coordinate ordering of tools and ensure availability and training for projects.
• Oversee safety and daily project workflow of Technical Advisers and Commissioning Teams at site.

Skills

Project management

Customer service

O&M experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Procurement & logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Project Manager who will be responsible for overseeing and executing projects from start to finish, ensuring successful completion and client satisfaction. The role requires a strong technical understanding of Solar Tracking Systems, along with proficient project management skills to handle project P&L, cost management, and revenue forecasting. You will also provide customer field support for installation and quality control, driving resolutions through Non-Conformance Report and Construction Deviation Report processes.

Responsibilities

• Run projects, read contracts, and scope costs while conducting data analysis to determine parts allocation.
• Manage groups of projects from purchase order to commissioning, taking ownership of all project aspects.
• Develop and maintain technical understanding of Solar Tracking Systems and associated tools.
• Manage project P&L including revenue forecasting, invoicing, cashflow, and cost management.
• Provide customer field support for installation and quality control.
• Drive resolution to quality issues through Non-Conformance Report and Construction Deviation Report processes.
• Support product development, sales, and marketing as requested.
• Coordinate ordering of tools and ensure availability and training for projects.
• Ensure strong customer care experience and effectively communicate resolutions for customer issues.
• Oversee safety and daily project workflow of Technical Advisers and Commissioning Teams assigned to the site.

Essential Skills

• Strong project management skills and qualifications.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3-7 years of experience in project management.
• Proficiency in supply chain procurement and logistics.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience in dealing with customer support and O&M issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in construction and change order processes.
• Technical understanding and experience with solar technology.

Work Environment

This position is based in the office located in Nashville, TN, with a welcoming and collaborative environment. Enjoy catered lunches twice a week, and engage with a team dedicated to transforming PV plant performance through smart technology and data analysis. Our culture emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and passion for problem-solving, with a focus on sustainability and innovation

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $55.29/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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