Solar Project Manager

Integrity Resources - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Pittsburgh, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Solar Project Manager will lead the management, installation, and maintenance of photovoltaic systems for various commercial and residential projects. This role requires a strong electrical background and expertise in solar energy systems, ensuring that projects are completed efficiently and effectively while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of a solar project installation and maintenance.
• Review Contract Documents & Drawings.
• Work in tandem with engineer to update drawings as needed for permitting and as-built drawings.
• Identify, procure & allocate all aspects of the project requirements including permits, materials, & labor to complete the installation.
• Manage coordination between parties involved, including Client, engineer, architect, utility company, authority having jurisdiction, inspectors, subcontractors and the home office.
• Effectively create a project schedule (GANTT) and revise weekly as appropriate to meet needs of project and create and maintain project notes and records for safe keeping.
• Monitor project budget and regularly evaluate production metrics.
• Attend weekly operations meetings with Solar Vice President & General Manager.
• Communicate relevant project information to the Client & the Company through weekly project meetings and reports.
• Handle communications regarding maintenance of existing systems; allocate resources to correct issues with existing systems in a timely manner.
• Monitor company owned systems regularly for performance; provide monthly production reports for billing purposes.
• Attend monthly billing meetings.
• Effectively apply and enforce Company standards, policies & procedures.

Requirements

• 5+ years of electrical or solar specific construction experience, with a strong emphasis on electrical systems and commercial projects.
• 2+ years of project management experience, including the ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and client communications.
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification preferred; or willingness to acquire proper training and take NABCEP PV Installation Professional exam.
• Possess a thorough understanding of the National Electric Code (NEC) & a willingness to take classes to continue educating oneself in changes to the NEC.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical wiring diagrams, and architectural plans.
• Demonstrate ability to be hyper-organized, analytical, and a critical thinker, with experience in performance improvement.
• Be self-motivated to not only complete the project autonomously, but to constantly improve their own performance and the performance of the company as a whole.
• Excellent communications & customer service skills, with experience in communicating with clients and teams in the field.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in solar energy systems management.
• Familiarity with project management software.

Benefits

• Profit Improvement Incentive available
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off and 7 paid Company holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Eligible to enroll in Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)