Solar Project Coordinator

Simply Solar; Petaluma (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid position

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance Policy

10 days PTO

Job summary

Simply Solar is hiring a Project Coordinator to manage solar and energy storage projects from start to finish. You will drive projects through each lifecycle stage, coordinating with cross-functional teams and serving as the client’s main point of contact for a stellar service experience.

Our ideal candidate has PV project exposure, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to translate technical concepts for clients.

Qualifications

• Relevant PV or related project coordination experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and single-line diagrams.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.
• Familiarity with solar energy or construction industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate solar and energy storage projects from start to finish.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful installations.
• Serve as primary client contact and manage client expectations.
• Track milestones and keep projects on time and within scope.
• Document project details in project management software.
• Resolve client issues by coordinating with internal teams.

Skills

Energy storage experience

Reading blueprints

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office / GSuite

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

GSuite

Job description

When you join the Simply Solar team, you join an amazing culture of people who care deeply about the work they do. You join an organization committed to empowering people to make positive, measurable changes in their personal lives and our communities.

We also offer competitive pay with excellent benefits , company events, PTO, 401K, and more. Plus, we’re pet-friendly!

What it’s like to work here / why we’re different

• A friendly, professional team environment with supportive leadership
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Empowering our communities with renewable energy

Join our team, and do work that matters!

What you’ll be doing

Our Project Coordinators manage our solar and energy storage projects from start to finish, efficiently driving the project through each stage of the life cycle and serving as the client’s main point of contact. As a Project Coordinator, you will work with cross-functional teams to ensure a successful installation, meet operational benchmarks, and deliver a stellar customer service experience.

Key Duties:

• Communicate with clients, contractors, and internal departments regarding project specifics and system design, including implementing proposed solutions and tracking estimated timeframes
• Ensure projects are completed on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency
• Field client issues, **escalate** to appropriate teams if needed, and follow up to ensure timely resolution
• Articulate technical concepts, product specifications, and design criteria to clients and external stakeholders
• Manage our new home pipeline and coordinate with general contractors regarding build status
• Document project specifics and updates in our project management software
• Track milestones and expedite projects per required benchmarks
• Provide outstanding customer service and effectively manage client expectations

About you

Our ideal Project Coordinator has prior PV or applicable experience, allowing them to effortlessly navigate technical aspects while balancing excellent customer service. We’re looking for someone who is familiar with the solar industry and has a keen sense of analytical thinking with an eye for attention to detail. Candidates who excel in this role can easily translate their industry knowledge into digestible conversations and can hold their own when working with other tradespeople.

Qualifications:

• Prior industry experience required
• Energy storage system experience a plus
• General construction knowledge a plus
• Ability to read blueprints and single-line diagrams
• Strong technical aptitude, critical thinking skills, and ability to navigate industry-specific terminology
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including developing business relationships with internal and external parties
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a larger team
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office and GSuite
• Ability to learn quickly and develop additional industry knowledge
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required

What we’re offering

• Hybrid position
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance Policy
• 10 days PTO in your first year
• Plus 7 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

About Us:

At Simply Solar, we have a passion for driving California communities toward clean energy and a brighter future. We are community-driven, education-oriented, and quality-obsessed. We envision a world powered by renewable energy, saving California homeowners money and empowering them to be energy-independent by simplifying their solar journey. Our team is made up of individuals who care deeply about customer outcomes and are passionate about the work that they do.

Internal Operations - Project Management