Solar Construction Project Manager - Commercial

Brooklyn SolarWorks; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Brooklyn SolarWorks is hiring a Solar Construction Project Manager to lead our commercial installations across New York City. This role requires coordinating offices, engineers, and field crews to ensure projects are built safely, on time, and to spec.

You will guide projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring client satisfaction and compliance. The ideal candidate has a strong PM or construction background and a passion for solar.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in construction trades, CM, or PM
• Able to read architectural drawings
• Great communication with clients, vendors, crews
• Organizational skills; manage multiple projects

Responsibilities

• Join sales meetings and site surveys to influence projects
• Review contracts, financing, and scope before work begins
• Oversee designs with engineering and procurement
• Act as primary client contact from kickoff to closeout
• Lead weekly operations meeting and manage schedules

Skills

Project management

Construction experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Google Suite

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

SketchUp

AutoCAD

CRM software

Job description

Solar Construction Project Manager (Commercial)

Location: Brooklyn, NY | Hours: Full-time, 40 hrs/week | Status: Exempt, Salaried

About the Role

Brooklyn SolarWorks is hiring a Solar Construction Project Manager to lead our commercial installations across New York City. This role suits someone who's equally comfortable walking a client through a project timeline in the office and walking a roof with an install crew. You'll guide each commercial project through its full lifecycle, from the moment it leaves the sales team until final closeout. Day to day, that means keeping clients, engineers, subcontractors, and BSW's internal teams aligned so every system is built safely, on time, and to spec. One day you might be reviewing drawings or tracking a permit; the next you'll be on-site making sure the installation goes to plan. We know few candidates bring equal strength to both sides of this job. If you're a strong project manager still building your field and construction experience, or a seasoned construction pro who's newer to the formal PM processes, we'd like to hear from you. What counts most is drive, adaptability, and real enthusiasm for solar.

What You'll Do

Pre-Construction & Project Setup

• Join sales meetings and commercial site surveys to weigh in on projects early
• Review and confirm contract terms, financing, and scope before work begins
• Work with engineering, design, and procurement partners to finalize system designs
• Act as the client's main point of contact from kickoff to closeout

Scheduling, Permitting & Project Tracking

• Run the weekly commercial operations meeting to review the pipeline and plan install schedules
• Partner with the permitting team to keep timelines on track, and handle design changes and change orders
• Finalize and oversee subcontractor agreements
• Keep project records current in the CRM

Field & Installation Oversight

• Plan and attend pre-construction site visits and site prep
• Lead on-site during installation, with a working command of the plans, materials, and methods
• Direct BSW crews and subcontractors to company quality standards, and enforce all safety requirements
• Manage added scope such as electrical upgrades, specialty equipment, and site preparation

Closeout & Client Care

• Secure inspection approvals, set up system monitoring, and file warranty and insurance paperwork
• Release subcontractor payments and confirm all closeout requirements are met
• Give clients first-line support on monitoring, billing, and tax credit questions
• Resolve post-installation issues or escalate them when needed

Process Improvement

• Keep up with solar and construction industry developments, and suggest improvements to processes and policies
• Work across teams to make project delivery more efficient

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with a strong foundation in at least one of these two areas — project management or construction/field work — and a clear willingness to grow in the other. If you have both, even better.

Required:

• 3+ years of experience in construction trades, construction management, or project management
• Ability to read architectural and construction drawings
• Strong familiarity with standard construction practices, materials, and methods
• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills — clients, vendors, subs, and crews
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with Google Suite and ability to learn new software quickly
• Valid NYS driver's license (held 3+ years, clean record in last 36 months) — up to 50% commuting
• OSHA certification or SST (62-hr) — or willingness to obtain
• Familiarity with NYC and State building, construction, and zoning codes
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Brooklyn SolarWorks currently does not offer visa sponsorship.

Nice to Have:

• Solar or renewable energy industry experience
• Construction Management or Project Management formal training or certification
• Experience with SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar design tools
• Familiarity with project management software or CRMs
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Compensation & Perks

Salary Range: $90,000 - $125,000 commensurate with experience

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance — BSW covers 100% of employee premiums on select medical plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Traditional & Roth) with 4% tiered company matching — eligible after 6 months
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• Paid Time Off + 11 company holidays
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit (MTA MetroCard)
• HSA and FSA options
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Brooklyn SolarWorks

Founded in 2015, Brooklyn SolarWorks is a solar design and installation firm on a mission to make solar appealing, easy, and accessible for NYC homeowners. We've pioneered a one-of-a-kind solar canopy designed specifically for urban rooftops — and with over 3,000 installations across the five boroughs, we make solar possible where others can't. We're a mission-driven team that believes in sustainable growth, work-life balance, and putting our people first. At Brooklyn SolarWorks, you'll find a diverse community of local New Yorkers who work hard and have fun — resourceful problem solvers full of creative ideas, committed to the team's success, and deeply passionate about building a cleaner, more resilient city.

Don't just take our word for it:

• 97% of employees report having a positive working relationship with coworkers
• 92% say they would recommend BSW as a great place to work
• 92% feel they are treated respectfully and fairly

Recognition we're proud of:

• 2023–2024: Solar Power World's Top Contractors
• 2024: Forbes Home's Best Solar Companies in New York
• 2024: City & State's Trailblazers in Clean Energy

Find us on social media — IG, TikTok, and Facebook: @brooklynsolarworks | Twitter: @bksolarworks

Brooklyn SolarWorks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.