Solar Project Orchestrator: PTO from Contract to Install

The Contractor Consultants; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Training & Development

Job summary

Quality Solar in Illinois is seeking an organized, proactive Solar Project Coordinator to oversee residential solar projects from signed contract through Permission to Operate (PTO). This is not an administrative role; you will manage a high-volume pipeline, coordinate multiple departments, communicate directly with homeowners, and ensure every project continues moving forward on schedule.

You will work closely with Sales, Engineering, Permitting, Procurement, Operations, Installation, Service,

Qualifications

• Previous experience coordinating residential solar projects or working within residential solar operations.
• Strong understanding of the residential solar installation process from contract through PTO.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and solve problems proactively.

Responsibilities

• Project Coordination: manage a pipeline of approximately 150–250 active residential solar projects, coordinate projects from signed contract through Permission to Operate (PTO), monitor milestones, proactively identify delays or bottlenecks, ensure projects remain on schedule by following up with internal departments and customers.
• Customer Communication: serve as primary point of contact throughout each customer's solar installation, schedule installations directly with homeowners, explain the installation process, answer questions, provide timely project updates, deliver an exceptional customer experience through professional communication and follow-up.
• Cross-Department Coordination: work closely with Sales, Engineering, Permitting, Procurement, Operations, Installation, Service, Inspection, and Utility partners; coordinate documentation, approvals, inspections, and project requirements; coordinate project issues; maintain accurate records within the CRM.
• Operational Excellence: track project progress, hold internal teams accountable, identify opportunities to improve workflows and efficiency, support company growth by maintaining accurate documentation.

Skills

Project coordination

Customer communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Solar in Illinois is seeking an organized, proactive Solar Project Coordinator to oversee residential solar projects from signed contract through Permission to Operate (PTO). This is not an administrative role; you will manage a high-volume pipeline, coordinate multiple departments, communicate directly with homeowners, and ensure every project continues moving forward on schedule.

You will work closely with Sales, Engineering, Permitting, Procurement, Operations, Installation, Service,