Project Manager - Commercial Solar Projects

Project Manager

Solar Gaines is a leading commercial solar installer throughout the Maryland, DC, and Virginia areas. We are in search of a Project Manager who will be responsible for managing new commercial solar installations.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure construction projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction.
• Supervise both employees and/or contractors for large solar commercial construction projects.
• Monitor labor efficiencies/needs, code compliance, work quality, and proper safety practices.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation.
• Assist in setting project objectives and developing project schedules.
• Work closely with customers to gather specific needs, design the configuration of the product(s), and generate an estimate containing all customer requirements.
• Create takeoffs
• Verify that the estimate contains the correct products and quantities.
• Potentially visit customer sites to verify measurements and perform preliminary site safety inspections.
• Recommend changes to the design and incorporate any changes requested by the customer.
• Review the estimate with the sales team to ensure that data is accurate and that all components of the design are captured and properly charged.
• Modify the estimate per customer or sales manager requests.
• Provide estimates on change orders for current projects.
• Respond to customer and sales team questions concerning the estimate and/or design details.

Experience:

• Preferred – experience in solar
• Minimum experience: 3 years or more.
• Required Industry Experience: Solar / Electrical / Construction
• Prior project management experience.

Required Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications with in-depth knowledge of the NEC codes
• Demonstrated track record of successful project leadership with experience managing construction crews.
• Understanding OSHA standards and safety requirements
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to reconfigure measurements to change designs.
• Able to quickly create and modify take-offs or large projects.
• Proficient in Office Software like word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k)
• Health / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee discount program
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $100,000 - $120,000.00 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday

Solar Gaines is an equal-opportunity employer. As the company continues to grow, there are a variety of career opportunities awaiting you!