Solar Project Manager

Zenith Tech, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation aligned with/

Employer-paid medical plan with HRA

Dental, vision, and life insurance

Flex spending account

Employee assistance program

Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO and holidays

Profit sharing

Job summary

Walbec Group is seeking an independent, autonomous project manager to lead solar construction projects of varying sizes from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring planned profits are met or exceeded.

You will manage project budgets, schedules, and safety, coordinate with clients and subs, and travel 3–4 days per week throughout the Midwest to drive successful project delivery. Bachelor’s degree preferred and strong MS Office skills essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the Solar Industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent (preferred).
• Robust knowledge of installation of PV/DC electrical systems.
• Estimating takeoff capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Excel expert.
• Effective and professional communication, oral and written.
• Effective problem-solving with time-sensitive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Understand Project Management processes and tools: scheduling, financial reporting, budget management, contracts, BIM tools, and related processes.
• Manage all financial aspects of projects.
• Listen to client and subcontractor concerns, identify issues and respond.
• Provide conceptual information to groups to illustrate ideas and concepts.
• Facilitate and lead productive meetings.
• Prepare project baseline schedules and updates; substantiate delays and impacts.
• Track budgets vs. actuals; manage and mitigate.
• Track field productivity versus actual and adjust to protect labor budget and project profit.
• Own project safety: weekly audits, incident investigation and reporting; contribute to a safety culture.
• Identify project impacts and delays, issue timely notifications, and prepare documentation for claims.
• Problem-solve, identify root causes, develop and implement solutions.
• Understand complex project concepts and manage for success.
• Overnight travel 3–4 days per week throughout the Midwest.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Job description

About Walbec Group

Walbec produces high‑quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services in the Midwest. The six companies include Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Projects range from bridge construction to solar site engineering.

Position

Independent and autonomous management of solar construction projects of various sizes and complexities from pre‑construction to project closeout using company processes and procedures, ensuring planned profits are met or exceeded.

Responsibilities

• Understand Project Management process and tools: project scheduling, financial reporting and budget management, project communication plan, contracts, BIM tools, and other project related processes.
• Manage all financial aspects of projects.
• Listen to client and subcontractor concerns, identify issues and react accordingly.
• Provide conceptual information to groups to illustrate ideas and concepts.
• Facilitate and lead productive/effective meetings.
• Prepare project baseline schedules and schedule updates through the life of the project; use actual versus baseline to substantiate delays and impacts as appropriate.
• Track financial budget versus actuals, manage and mitigate.
• Track field productivity estimate versus actual, and course‑correct to protect labor budget and project profit.
• Own project safety: weekly audits, incident investigation and reporting; contribute to a positive safety culture.
• Identify project impacts and delays, send timely notifications per the contract documents, and prepare detailed documentation to submit claims.
• Problem‑solve, understand root causes, develop solutions, and follow through implementation.
• Comprehend complex concepts of a project and manage for success.
• Overnight travel 3‑4 days per week throughout the Midwest.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the Solar Industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or applicable equivalent training/experience (preferred). Geotechnical experience is a plus.
• Robust knowledge of installation of all electrical systems, specifically PV / DC systems.
• Estimating takeoff capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Excel expert.
• Effective and professional communication, oral and written.
• Effective problem‑solving with the ability to make time‑sensitive decisions in complex situations.
• Self‑motivated, highly organized, detail‑oriented.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards.
• Employer‑paid medical plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements).
• Dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Flex spending account (FSA).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Profit sharing.
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program.
• Ongoing career growth opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Walbec Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.