Construction Project Manager 1

About the Role

The Project Manager is responsible for planning and leading a specific project or a wide range of different construction projects from beginning to end. Responsibilities include supervision of all vendors, contractors, and sub-contractors utilized throughout the various phases and scopes of solar projects. The incumbent is expected to model the following practices daily:

• Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values
• Collaborate with key internal/external resources
• Participate in ongoing self-development

Responsibilities

• Hires, develops, evaluates, and influences effective and consistent productivity and teamwork to ensure the delivery of Legendary Customer Service (LCS)
• Develops solar project timelines for project completion and manages land development, permitting, interconnection, and off-take timelines
• Creates and maintains full project development schedules, high-level construction, and interconnection schedules to establish reasonable and achievable construction start and commercial operation dates
• Coordinates installation schedules, monitors, and manages required staffing to ensure on-time completion
• Ensures all regulations are met and permits are acquired
• Proactively identifies elements of proposed project designs and construction requirements that could lead to disputes, claims, increased cost, or could adversely impact the organization's image
• Provides professional oversight to multiple construction projects to ensure timely completion within budget
• Monitors, evaluates, and reports ongoing status of construction projects operationally and financially
• Communicates effectively with both internal departments and external subcontractors and suppliers when revisions and/or addendums are required
• Evaluates and approves all payment applications and invoices related to construction capital projects, ensuring budget compliance
• Reviews change order requests to determine validity and importance while exercising professional judgment
• Selects vendors, contractors, and/or subcontractors that provide exemplary, professional service in the most cost-efficient manner
• Exercises professional judgment in the selection of vendors to complete construction projects while managing company needs and maintaining productive relationships
• Maintains consistent and accurate records throughout projects, including final reviews post-completion
• Works safely always and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• Minimum of three years’ experience in planning, design, and/or construction management of photovoltaic systems preferred
• Up to four years of experience in construction management or solar industry preferred

Skills

• Knowledge in the solar and construction industry
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data
• Computer and related software knowledge and/or experience, including MS Office products and MS Project
• Excellent verbal, written, communication, and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with both internal and external customers
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to handle a complex workload
• Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, develop and evaluate options, and implement solutions
• Consulting and influencing abilities
• Ability to prepare reports, budgets, and maintain records
• Ability to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position directs and manages Site Superintendents and Subcontractors. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Interviewing, hiring, training, and development of employees and subcontractors
• Planning, assigning, and directing work
• Coaching and addressing complaints/concerns, resolving problems
• Ensuring consistent application of organizational needs

Travel

Up to 80% travel, including overnight stays.

Physical Requirements

• Extended periods in a stationary position, standing, and walking
• Occasionally kneeling, crouching, and stooping
• Frequent communication with others; ability to exchange accurate information
• Constant movement and use of limbs; good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
• Occasionally moves materials or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions; visually inspects work
• Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet; climbs up and down ladders

Work Environment

• Generally performed in a professional office environment and outdoor conditions on jobsites
• Occasionally works outdoors and may be exposed to weather extremes, including inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
• Frequently works at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions