Engineering Portfolio Manager

About the role

The Engineering Portfolio Manager oversees the planning, execution, and performance of a portfolio of solar energy projects from early-stage development through construction support. This role ensures engineering consistency, resource optimization, and alignment with business objectives across multiple projects, while driving standardization, efficiency, and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of utility-scale, commercial, and/or distributed solar projects through the independent engineering technical review process
• Work with multiple teams within Operations (development, EPC, procurement, and construction) and across external teams to coordinate the completion of project specific tasks per expected schedules
• Establish and enforce processes for clear communication and deliverables scope of work
• Track portfolio performance metrics (cost, schedule, risk, and quality) and report to leadership
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and project bottlenecks proactively
• Be aware of compliance with local, state, and federal codes, utility requirements, and interconnection standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency and scalability alongside strategies to help reduce lag between milestones
• Work with Solar design team to provide guidance on project specifics and energy modelling assumptions
• Assist with the commissioning and testing review with Asset management to proactively reduce downtime during operational phase

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related field); PE license preferred
• 3+ years of experience in solar or renewable energy engineering, with portfolio or program management exposure
• Strong understanding of solar PV system design, including electrical, structural, and civil components
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with interconnection processes, AHJ requirements, and utility coordination
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera)
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with utility-scale and/or C&I solar portfolios
• Knowledge of energy storage systems (BESS) integration
• Familiarity with software such as AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope, or similar

Benefits and Perks

• Training / Professional development opportunities
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Summer Fridays
• Flexible remote/hybrid work options
• Paid parental leave
• Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
• Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• ADA Accommodation Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at hr@solarlandscape.com. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.