Senior EPC Project Manager, Utility-Scale Solar

SOLV Energy, Inc.; Little Rock (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an EPC Project Manager to oversee utility-scale solar, battery storage and high-voltage substation projects.

The role is based full-time on a jobsite in Newbern, AL with significant travel, driving planning, budgeting, buyout, controls and reporting to ensure successful project completion. You will mentor team members, manage risk and maintain quality through site-specific plans.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Field construction management experience (5-8 years, including supervisory skills)
• Leadership ability – able to pull together team members from diverse backgrounds in a remote environment and organize them into a cohesive, high-performing project team.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office suite, as well as other industry-standard tools, such as Bluebeam Revu. CMiC experience a plus.
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
• Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating)
• Strong understanding of:
• Utility-scale PV plant construction means, methods, sequencing, and techniques
• Understanding of utility & ISO interconnection sequence & durations
• Able to travel extensively (minimum 50%) including lengthy jobsite-based assignments in remote / rural areas.
• Able to build trust and rapport with all SOLV departments for benefit of projects
• Organizational and communication skills; must have strong people skills.
• Detail-oriented, motivated self-starter

Responsibilities

• In partnership with superintendent team, plan, execute, and take responsibility for significant scopes of self-performed work, managing very large labor crews.
• Plan sequencing, crew-sizes, productivity goals, and monthly labor spend; execute work and track actual results, adjusting forecasts.
• Develop safety plans and implement safety procedures.
• Oversee preparation of project billings; maximize cash flow and reduce pay cycles through diligent billing.
• Present and negotiate change orders with owner for timely resolution.
• Negotiate subcontract and material purchases.
• Set up and implement job procedures to ensure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material delivery.
• Keep project on schedule.
• Maintain timely reporting to management on cost forecasting and EAC.
• Manage, train, and supervise project team; mentor younger employees.
• Review contract conditions and ensure compliance.
• Document significant project events; accidents, delays, Change Orders.
• Direct preconstruction services and activities.
• Negotiate and coordinate subcontract bid packages.
• Manage project risk with mitigation plans.
• Maintain Site-Specific Quality Management Plan (SSQMP).
• Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict.
• Complete all project close-out procedures.
• Conduct warranty follow-up (typical 2-year).
• Develop and maintain good Owner/Architect/Subcontractor relationships; coordinate with Owner and partners.
• Coordinate with material suppliers to ensure timely deliveries; address logistics challenges.
• Coordinate with local Contract Labor Provider for manpower resources.
• Organize and lead regular meetings with Owner and key project partners.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Scheduling

Budgeting

Safety planning

Risk management

Communication

Organization

Labor management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Construction Management / Architecture

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

CMiC

MS Office

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an EPC Project Manager to oversee utility-scale solar, battery storage and high-voltage substation projects.

The role is based full-time on a jobsite in Newbern, AL with significant travel, driving planning, budgeting, buyout, controls and reporting to ensure successful project completion. You will mentor team members, manage risk and maintain quality through site-specific plans.