Commercial Project Manager

About the Role

What You'll Do

• Attend sales meetings and commercial surveys to provide early-stage project guidance
• Vet and confirm project details including contract terms, financing, and scope
• Coordinate with engineering partners, procurement, and design teams on final system designs
• Serve as the primary client-facing point of contact from kickoff through closeout

• Lead weekly commercial operations meetings to review pipeline and forecast installation schedules
• Coordinate with permitting teams to hit timelines; manage design changes and change orders
• Confirm and manage subcontractor agreements; maintain up-to-date project records in CRM

• Schedule and attend pre-construction site visits and site prep
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact during installation, with thorough knowledge of plans, materials, and methods
• Manage BSW crews and/or subcontractors to BSW standards; ensure full Safety compliance
• Coordinate any additional scope: electrical upgrades, special equipment, site prep

• Obtain inspection sign-offs, register system monitoring, and complete warranty/insurance filings
• Coordinate subcontractor payment release and confirm close-out obligations
• Provide tier-one monitoring support and answer client billing and tax credit questions
• Resolve or escalate customer issues post-installation

• Stay current on industry trends; recommend process and policy improvements
• Collaborate cross-functionally to increase project efficiency

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in construction trades, construction management, or project management
• Ability to read architectural and construction drawings
• Strong familiarity with standard construction practices, materials, and methods
• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills — clients, vendors, subs, and crews
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with Google Suite and ability to learn new software quickly
• Valid NYS driver's license (held 3+ years, clean record in last 36 months) — up to 50% commuting
• OSHA certification or SST (62-hr) — or willingness to obtain
• Familiarity with NYC and State building, construction, and zoning codes
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Brooklyn SolarWorks currently does not offer visa sponsorship.

• Solar or renewable energy industry experience
• Construction Management or Project Management formal training or certification
• Experience with SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar design tools
• Familiarity with project management software or CRMs
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Compensation & Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance — BSW covers 100% of employee premiums on select medical plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Traditional & Roth) with 4% tiered company matching — eligible after 6 months
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• Paid Time Off + 11 company holidays
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit (MTA MetroCard)
• HSA and FSA options
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Brooklyn SolarWorks

• 97% of employees report having a positive working relationship with coworkers
• 92% say they would recommend BSW as a great place to work
• 92% feel they are treated respectfully and fairly

• 2023–2024: Solar Power World's Top Contractors
• 2024: Forbes Home's Best Solar Companies in New York
• 2024: City & State's Trailblazers in Clean Energy