Senior Project Manager - Energy (Solar)

Kimley-Horn; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Family building benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn, a top-ranked engineering firm, is seeking a Project Manager for their Energy/Solar team in Chicago. This role involves managing projects, client interactions, and driving initiatives in civil engineering, particularly focused on solar energy. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and significant experience with strong skills in AutoCAD and project management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in civil engineering with a professional design firm.
• PE certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee solar projects and site constraints.
• Manage jurisdictional permitting and client interactions.
• Conduct project due diligence for solar site design.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent verbal skills

Excellent written skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-initiative

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

GIS

Job description

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Overview

Kimley-Horn, one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is looking for a Project Manager to join our

Overview

Kimley-Horn, one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is looking for a Project Manager to join our Chicagoland offices. As a critical member of the Energy/Solar team, you will perform a variety of civil engineering tasks and will receive both on-the-job and formal training as well as mentorship, camaraderie, and exposure to plan production, project financials, and client interactions.

Responsibilities

Our Energy team works on projecs including:

• Solar site Design
• Utility scale solar projects
• Project Due Diligence and Site Constraints
• Jurisdictional Permitting and Agency Coordination
• Client Management and more
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• We are seeking candidates with 7+ years of prior civil engineering experience working with a professional design firm
• PE certification or have the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Highly proficient in AutoCAD, Excel, and/or GIS
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  
  

Salary Range

• Base Salary $120,000-$180,000
• Eligible for performance-based bonus compensation
  
  

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

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