Solar Project Coordination Analyst

NextGenEnergyJobs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Solar Landscape is seeking a detail-oriented project administrator to support licenses, CRM data entry, and RFI/submittal processing for multiple solar projects. You will coordinate with engineers, procurement, and construction teams to ensure timely permit submissions and accurate documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Familiarity with permitting processes.
• Experience supporting multiple project stakeholders across engineering, procurement, and construction functions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management tools a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage project administration, including company licenses, CRM data entry and maintenance, RFI and submittal processing, and coordination of project certificates of insurance.
• Oversee solar incentive applications and closeouts; act as the primary point of contact for all internal and external parties regarding incentive processes.
• Assist the Director of Interconnection with the submission and closeout of interconnection applications and agreements.
• Support the Preconstruction Manager with planning and zoning board applications, as well as permitting processes.
• Assist Project Managers with construction permit submissions; coordinate with the design team to collect engineering deliverables and serve as a liaison for all internal and external permitting communications.
• Support Project Managers and Engineers in preparing purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Assist the Director of Procurement with material and inventory management, and review outstanding purchases in relation to the project schedule.
• Manage subcontractor documentation, support RFI and submittal distribution, and assist with project closeout activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned, based on evolving project needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering/ Renewable Energy

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management tools

Job description

Solar Landscape is seeking a detail-oriented project administrator to support licenses, CRM data entry, and RFI/submittal processing for multiple solar projects. You will coordinate with engineers, procurement, and construction teams to ensure timely permit submissions and accurate documentation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.