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Solar Project Manager

Solar Landscape
Chicago, IL
Full Time
Posted June 30, 2026
$85k - $120k
Solar Energy
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Job Description

Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, budget, manage, and complete PV projects of moderate complexity, or multiple projects of lesser complexity simultaneously.
  • Coordinate design and permitting activities with engineering team and local authorities.
  • Work with Safety Manager to develop Site Specific Health and Safety Plans and implement safety procedures.
  • Manage Quality Control and develop/implement Site Specific Quality Management Plan.
  • Develop construction schedules for assigned projects.
  • Solicit, negotiate, and execute subcontracts and purchase orders with timely delivery to support the project schedule.
  • Schedule and manage deliveries of materials and equipment. Maintain accurate receiving records and provide timely follow up to missing items, damaged goods, backorders, etc.
  • Plan, execute, and take responsibility for self-performed work and managing labor crews and subcontractors. Plan sequencing, crew-sizes, productivity goals, and monthly labor spend.
  • Execute work and track actual results, adjusting and refining forecasts to reflect actual production.
  • Trains Foremen on pre-planning, surveying, plan reading, productivity, efficiency, economical crew size, quality workmanship, and safety to ensure projects are expeditiously constructed.
  • Act as primary point of contact for Customers and Key Stakeholders while organizing and leading regular meetings.
  • Provide status reports to Senior Management on a regular basis, particularly regarding safety, quality, schedule, and cost forecasting.
  • Complete all job closeout procedures including AHJ inspections, interconnection, testing, documentation, Owner’s Engineer reviews, Independent Engineer reviews.
  • Manage, train, and supervise project team; act as mentor to younger employees to encourage professional growth and career development.
  • Support sales activities with estimates, contract review, and client communication.
  • Build trust and rapport with all Solar Landscape departments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in field construction management.
  • Strong leadership abilities.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Dynamics 365 (or other construction management software), and Microsoft Project.
  • Deep understanding of rooftop, ground-mount, and carport commercial PV construction methods.
  • Knowledge of behind-the-meter and utility interconnections.
  • Familiarity with Purchase Orders, Subcontracts, PPA, EPC Contracts, and project accounting.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
  • Knowledge of construction safety requirements; OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license with willingness to travel to various job sites.
  • Ability to climb ladders and access building roofs.
  • Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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