Senior Solar Project Manager – Onsite EPC Leader

Gemma Power Systems; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health benefits

Company events

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Gemma Power Systems in the United States seeks a Solar Project Manager to lead utility-scale solar projects from notice to proceed through operation. You will own project goals, decisions, and client relationships, with relocation to the project site required.

Responsibilities cover safety, quality, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, budgeting, and reporting. You will mentor an Assistant PM and collaborate with engineers, owners, and vendors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of experience with solar power generation or large-scale renewables; EPC experience a plus.
• Full-time on-site work at project site for duration of construction.
• Forecasting, budgeting, and project financials training.
• Proficient with Excel; familiarity with Power BI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site representative for all project matters with proactive owner communication.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality requirements are met and documented.
• Oversee all solar project delivery including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical scopes and schedules.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise construction activities for utility-scale solar projects.
• Solicit quotes, review proposals, and assist in contract negotiations while protecting company interests.
• Provide contract oversight and monthly invoicing reviews; compile progress reports.
• Manage site personnel, subcontractors, and field staff; address issues.
• Support estimating, production rate analysis, budgeting, and labor planning.
• Collaborate with Superintendents to update completion estimates and metrics.
• Lead procurement, subcontract coordination, and weekly status meetings.
• Interface with Owner’s Engineer and utility reps for interconnection and turnover.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Excel

Power BI

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

MS Office Suite

Job description

Gemma Power Systems in the United States seeks a Solar Project Manager to lead utility-scale solar projects from notice to proceed through operation. You will own project goals, decisions, and client relationships, with relocation to the project site required.

Responsibilities cover safety, quality, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, budgeting, and reporting. You will mentor an Assistant PM and collaborate with engineers, owners, and vendors to deliver projects on time and within budget.