Head of Project Management

Position Type: Full Time
Job Summary The Solar PV Project Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle of commercial and utility-scale solar construction projects—from early-stage diligence, planning and preconstruction through execution, commissioning, and closeout. This role integrates strategic planning, diligence, permitting, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination to ensure high quality projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. The Project Manager serves as the central point of accountability across engineering, development, construction, and finance teams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Preconstruction Planning & Coordination Lead preconstruction efforts from concept through mobilization.
Conduct constructability reviews, feasibility assessments, and site evaluations.
Conduct site visits during project diligence phase.
Coordinate topographical surveys, geotechnical investigations, and site access.
Organize and manage RFI and Value Engineering logs, and Risk logs.
Document meetings with developers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Construction Oversight Manage multiple solar construction projects at various stages.
Oversee EPC relationships, qualifications, and contractor selection.
Conduct site visits for initial construction and QA/QC during buildout.
Ensure compliance with SSI technical specifications and local standards.
Maintain construction phase safety and Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship compliance.
Prepare and manage meeting minutes and project updates.
Organize and maintain commercial project folders in SharePoint and Procore.
Prepare construction kick-off documentation including staging plans, safety plans, and quality plans.
Support all documentation requests from Structured Finance
Stakeholder Communication Run internal Integrated Project Team meetings and external contractor calls.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, contractors, and external partners.
Maintain accurate up to date information in ERP and CRM databases. Namely, schedule milestones, contractor information, budget and cost to date data.
Engage in value engineering efforts to optimize cost without compromising quality.
Manage RFPs for subcontractors and third‑party engineering scopes, including bid leveling and scope gap analysis.
Develop initial construction schedules and cash flow projections.
Contract Management Engage turn‑key EPC partners and key subcontractors.
Develop detailed Scope of Work exhibit for each agreement, tailored to the project.
Prepare all EPC contract exhibits and lead negotiation of technical and commercial terms while coordinating with the Team Lead, General Manager and inside counsel.
Manage all EPC and subcontract agreements.
Review, document and process change orders.
Permitting & Regulatory Compliance Contract and manage third party civil engineers in development of permit matrices for each project.
Oversee local, state, and federal permitting processes executed by EPC partners and subcontractors.
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Scheduling & Execution Strategy Maintain project schedules using look-ahead planning and Critical Path Method.
Identify and mitigate schedule risks and delays.
Plan and monitor major material deliveries to avoid disruptions.
Quality Assurance & Closeout Develop and manage project quality control programs.
Oversee commissioning, punch‑list resolution, and warranty follow‑ups.
Coordinate hand‑off meetings with asset management.
Process Improvement & Standardization Analyze and update SOPs for preconstruction and construction workflows.
Ensure compliance with internal stage‑gate and project handoff procedures.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
5+ years of experience in solar PV project management or preconstruction.
Strong understanding of permitting, interconnection, site development, and EPC processes.
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Procore, NetSuite, Salesforce, MS Project, Bluebeam).
PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
Work Environment This job operates in a fully in‑person work environment, five days per week at our Rockville, MD headquarters, with office and field/site visits.
Ability to travel to project sites (local and out-of-state).
Must be able to walkandnavigateuneven terrain during site visits.
May require PPEon active construction sites.
Travel This position will travel to local solar installations and job sites to conduct tours with potential customers and others.
AAP/EEO Statement Standard Solar is EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled employer.

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