Senior Project Manager

Solar Provider Group (SPG) is a global solar developer with offices in the United States, Canada, Germany, and the Netherlands. This role is part of the Company’s North American team, focusing on solar and BESS projects in the United States and Canada.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead solar and BESS projects from early-stage site evaluation through to construction readiness. Reporting to the Head of Development, this role manages complex development portfolios, coordinates internal teams and external consultants, and drives projects forward through permitting, interconnection, stakeholder engagement, and related development workstreams.

Work Location

• For candidates based in the United States: Fully remote, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
• For candidates based in Toronto: Hybrid role, with at least three days per week in the office and the balance worked remotely.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage project development activities across portfolios by coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Achieve project development milestones on time and within budget to enable successful progression into construction readiness and transaction close.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project delays and cost overruns; monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track and maintain a strong understanding of eligible project incentives, potential revenue streams, and program rules to ensure effective implementation and compliance.
• Manage and report on project portfolio data, timelines, budgets, and deliverables using various tools; consistently maintain and update portfolio reports, budgets, and databases to support project- and portfolio-level analysis and development reporting.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis and financial modeling to evaluate solar PV and BESS project portfolios and advise on project financial feasibility.
• Build and cultivate relationships with local governments, permitting authorities, regulatory agencies, utilities, and other stakeholders to secure required permits and approvals.
• Manage consultants and project stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of all deliverables; conduct site visits and coordinate field staff and consultants.
• Review, negotiate, and manage project contracts, including leases, interconnection agreements, power purchase agreements, consultant contracts, term sheets, and project buyer agreements, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Utilize planning tools to effectively monitor and optimize project costs and timelines.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and records related to budgets, schedules, quality, and project management activities.
• Develop sales presentations, proposals, and supporting materials to facilitate the transaction of construction-ready projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in solar or energy storage.
• Demonstrated alignment with SPG’s core values: team-play, tenacity, sharing, sustainability, passion, and ownership.
• Hands-on experience in developing distributed generation and community solar PV and BESS projects through the full project development cycle, including project siting, planning and permitting, interconnection, engineering, site surveying, environmental and regulatory compliance, power purchase agreements, and financial evaluation.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as renewable energy, planning, geography, project management, or a related discipline. PMP designation is a bonus.
• Understanding of the US regulatory landscape and permitting processes for solar projects is required. Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to power marketing, grid interconnection, environmental compliance, zoning, and permitting requirements is necessary.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams effectively.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and overseeing the entire project lifecycle.
• Excellent communication, leadership skills, and ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, clients, regulatory authorities, utility companies, and other stakeholders.
• Experience in project acquisition and/or construction would be an asset.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to apply via our BambooHR portal by July 17, 2026. We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No agency submissions, please.

Accessibility

SPG provides accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources team.