Solar Project Engineer

About the Role

Independent and autonomous management of solar construction projects of various sizes and complexities from pre-construction to project closeout using company processes and procedures resulting in meeting or exceeding planned profits.

Responsibilities

• Understanding Project Management process and tools including: project scheduling, financial reporting and budget management, project communications plan, contracts, BIM tools, and other project related processes
• Manage all financial aspect of projects
• Listening to client and subcontractor concerns, identify issues and react accordingly
• Provide conceptual information to groups to illustrate ideas and concepts
• Facilitate and lead productive/effective meetings
• Preparation of project baseline schedules and schedule updates through the life of the project; using actual versus baseline to substantiate delays and impacts as appropriate
• Project financial budget vs. actuals tracking, management, and mitigation
• Field productivity tracking estimate vs. actual, and course correction to protect labor budget and project profit
• Project safety ownership including weekly audits and incident investigation and reporting; positive contributor to company safety culture
• Identification of project impacts and delays, timely notifications per the contract documents, and detailed documentation preparation to prepare and submit claims
• Problem solving, understand the root cause of problems, develop solutions, and follow through implementation
• Comprehend complex concepts of a project and manage for success
• Overnight travel 3-4 days per week throughout the Midwest

Requirements

• 1-5 years' experience in the Solar Industry
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or applicable equivalent training/experience preferred; Geotechnical experience is a plus
• Robust knowledge of installation of all electrical systems, specifically PV / DC systems
• Estimating takeoff capabilities
• Microsoft Office Suite proficient, Excel expert
• Effective and professional communication, oral and written
• Effective problem-solving with the ability to make time sensitive decisions in complex situations
• Self-motivated, highly organized, detail-oriented
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards
• Employer Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements)
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program
• Ongoing career growth opportunities