Solar Project Coordinator (Hybrid) – Utility-Scale Delivery

Lightsource bp; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Hybrid work

Vacation and sick leave

Annual bonus

Phone reimbursement

Commuter benefit

Lifestyle Savings Account

Job summary

Lightsource bp is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support planning, procurement coordination, and contract supervision for utility-scale solar projects. The role collaborates with project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.

The position offers a hybrid work model (three days in office) and opportunities to interact with engineers, procurement, and finance teams across multiple projects, including potential travel.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Utility-scale solar experience required.
• Additional experience with electrical systems and wiring strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill company quality goals on assigned projects.
• Ensure 100% customer satisfaction on assigned projects.
• Support the design and construction process management for all assigned projects.
• Manage cost and schedule goals through project closeout.
• Create, oversee, and track all schedule aspects from pre-approval to closeout.
• Leverage knowledge of delivery milestones to reduce construction costs.
• Coordinate and process purchase orders, invoices, payments, and draw requests.
• Assist in generating regular reports for management and clients.
• Update internal budgeting and cost expenditure reports.
• Oversee document management for assigned projects.
• Support compliance, safety, and performance on all projects.
• Facilitate communication among consultants, contractors, and third parties, including RFIs, submittals, and reviews.
• Conduct safety and quality site walks.
• Monitor field housekeeping for safety compliance.
• Support oversight of multiple suppliers and contractors.
• Represent the company to customers, permitting agencies, and project personnel.
• Oversee bill of materials, ordering, logistics, and project schedule.
• Maintain familiarity with engineering drawings, interconnection agreements, and PPAs.

Skills

Solar lifecycle

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Time management

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lightsource bp is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support planning, procurement coordination, and contract supervision for utility-scale solar projects. The role collaborates with project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.

The position offers a hybrid work model (three days in office) and opportunities to interact with engineers, procurement, and finance teams across multiple projects, including potential travel.