Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Solar Project Manager (C&I Solar | 1–10 MW Projects)

Sacramento, CA | In-Office + Local Travel

Join a team with a rapidly growing solar pipeline across Northern California, delivering commercial and industrial projects (1–10 MW) .

This is a high-impact role where you’ll own projects end-to-end , work alongside strong field teams, and play a key role in scaling operations. Ideal for someone who started in the electrical field and moved into project management —you understand both the office and the jobsite.

• Drive multiple solar projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Control schedule, budget, cost tracking, and forecasting
• Lead coordination between:
  • Field teams & superintendents
  • Electrical subcontractors
  • Vendors, suppliers, and clients
• Manage procurement, equipment, and material flow
• Own project financials : cost coding, budget tracking, reporting
• Perform material takeoffs and support project planning
• Review and manage contracts, change orders, and risk
• Keep projects aligned on safety, quality, and schedule

• 4–10 years of Project Management experience
• Strong experience in electrical construction + commercial solar
• Proven ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Procore
  • Foundation (or similar accounting software)
  • Cost tracking & budget management
  • Material takeoffs
  • Contract administration

• Experience managing 1–10 MW solar projects
• Experience with a solar EPC or electrical contractor
• Strong understanding of:
  • Subcontractor coordination
  • Project financials
  • Field-to-office communication
• Field-to-office career path (electrician → PM)

• Based in the Sacramento area (in-office role)
• ~1 day/week site visits
• Candidates should be within a 1–2 hour commute

This is a Permanent position based out of Sacramento, CA.

The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Health insurance (medical) Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) with company matching Paid time off (PTO) Company truck or vehicle allowance Fuel card

This is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

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