Onsite Project Manager – Utility-Scale Solar

We are seeking an experienced Onsite Project Manager to oversee the execution of utility-scale solar construction projects. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day site activities, coordinating subcontractors and field teams, monitoring schedules and budgets, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within established quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily onsite construction activities for utility-scale solar projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, labor productivity, and material deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, project specifications, and applicable regulations.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead onsite progress meetings and communicate project status, issues, and milestones to leadership.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, change orders, and field documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, project controls, and commissioning teams.
• Resolve construction issues and escalate critical risks affecting schedule, cost, or quality.
• Maintain accurate project records, daily reports, and documentation through project completion and turnover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of project management experience in utility-scale solar, renewable energy, or large-scale construction.
• Demonstrated experience managing onsite construction activities for large utility-scale solar projects.
• Strong understanding of construction schedules, budgets, subcontractor management, and project controls.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards, quality assurance, and field operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction scheduling or project management software.
• Ability to work full-time onsite and travel or relocate to the assigned project location as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with utility-scale solar EPC projects from mobilization through commissioning and turnover.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and large field teams.
• Familiarity with electrical infrastructure, civil construction, site grading, and solar installation.
• Experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling tools.