Sr. Project Manager - Solar

-; Coffeyville (KS); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale solar projects in the U.S. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of hands-on project management experience, particularly in solar. Responsibilities include defining project scope and managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project delivery from site assessment to completion. This is a fully remote position with travel required to project sites.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience, especially in solar projects.
• Effective communicator with strong presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, resources, schedule, and deliverables.
• Direct solar project development from start to finish.
• Communicate project expectations clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Financial management

Organization

Tools

MS Office - Word

MS Office - Excel

MS Office - Power Point

MS Projects

Job description

Job Description

Summary:

The Senior Project Manager - Solar is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and completion of large-scale solar projects in the Commercial, Industrial, and Utility sectors, typically in the range of 20kW to 20MW.

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager with +10 years of experience that can confidently lead and manage solar energy projects from start to finish, including site assessment, feasibility studies, design, procurement, installation, and commissioning. Our Senior Project Managers are responsible for managing cross functional teams (leasing, zoning, architecture & engineering, construction, integration & optimization etc.) and third-party contractors, reporting progress to SAC management, communicating with clients; and ensuring SAC meets scope, schedule, cost and quality metrics for the project. This role requires a deep understanding of solar energy systems and the ability to manage complex projects and navigate a unique regulatory environment.

Everyone at SAC is part of the sales team, so knowledge of key players in the solar and renewable energy space, and a willingness to engage with them to secure is an asset.

This position is fully remote for candidates based in the United States. You will work from home while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. Frequent travel across U.S. states to visit project sites and engage with local communities should be expected.

Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, schedule, cost, resources, risk, quality, and deliverables in collaboration with customers and SAC management.
• Direct and manage solar project development from beginning to end.
• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Familiarity with the solar industry and key players including utilities, municipalities and institutions.
• An understanding of government subsidies and other financial sources for solar and renewable energy programs.
• Forecast & Actualize SACW System of Record (Site Tracker)
• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. When and if necessary, make the case for additional staff or contract resources to support the project.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Track project milestones and deliverables.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Perform and communicate Risk Analysis for the project.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
• Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
• Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.
• Conduct project reviews and create recommendations to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.

The above reflects leadership's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Leadership may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 10+ years of hands-on project management experience, with at least 5+ years in large scale solar projects, including the full project development cycle, including land evaluation and acquisition, planning and permitting, interconnection, engineering, site surveying, construction, environmental and regulatory compliance, and financial evaluation.
• Experience in energy storage with L2-3 EV Charging installations is also valuable.
• Advanced Knowledge of project management skills, with understanding of scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, resource, and deliverable management. PMP a plus but not required
• Ability to manage multiple project types simultaneously.
• Effective communicator, written and oral with ability to present to management.
• Previous experience in a matrix organization
• Demonstrated financial knowledge, ability to define/track project/program financials such as Budget, Margin, Invoicing, Revenue recognition.
• Process and detail oriented.
• Strong computer skills, MS Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Projects.
• Outstanding work ethic.
• High Level of Organization and Scheduling Abilities.
• Desire to Succeed and Learn New Skills.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Fully Work from Home
• Ability to respond as needed to after-business hours issues.
• Ability to travel as required.