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Project Manager – Solar Construction

Greenscape Energy

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$104,000–$133,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Building Codes, Change Requests/Orders, Clean Technologies, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Management, Construction Schedule, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Customer Satisfaction, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Leading Edge Technology, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Project, Multitasking, National Electrical Code, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Procedure Implementation, Project Control, Project Estimates, Project Evaluation, Project Execution, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Control, Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Residential Construction, Resource Management, Risk Management, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Solar Installation, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Vendor/Supplier Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
5 days ago

About Us

Greenscape Energy is the fastest-growing green solutions provider in the DMV. As a group of highly-trained professionals, the Greenscape team stands ready to meet the needs of our clients by providing state-of-the-art energy solutions for the rapidly-growing green industry. From engineering to installation, our team collectively ensures projects are completed according to specifications, with excellence and on time. Greenscape provides on-going training to each employee to keep them abreast of new green technologies, ever-changing methodologies in the construction industry with a primary focus on delivering the best solution available to each of our clients. At Greenscape we never forget that we are allowed the privilege of serving this market, because of our team!

We provide competitive pay, excellent leave plans, and great benefits including a retirement plan with company match.

About the Job

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, overseeing and leading [commercial and/or residential solar construction] projects from ideation through completion. This position requires interaction with a range of internal and external stakeholders, [including clients, subcontractors, utility providers, AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction), inspectors, and internal field crews,] most often managing several moving project parts simultaneously.

The Project Manager ensures projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable building codes, electrical standards, and company safety policies.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

  • Determine and define project scope and objectives
  • Predict and assign resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner in coordination with management personnel
  • Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors
  • Coordinate and verify the delivery of materials and equipment to construction sites
  • Coordinate efforts with clients for the overall completion of projects
  • Identify, analyze and manage project risks
  • Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan based on established deadlines
  • Organize and motivate project teams
  • Analyze team scalability
  • Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustment and progress
  • Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
  • Monitor progress and measure project performance to identify areas for improvement and make adjustments as needed
  • Track project costs in order to meet budget
  • Manage quality control in all project phases
  • Adhere to all established project timelines and expected completion dates
  • Inform clients of important project updates
  • Work with administrative staff to resolve certain administrative issues
  • Conduct employee conflict resolution as needed
  • Ensure all project forms and documents are properly completed and filed
  • Identify training programs to enhance the quality of employee performance
  • Work with management to create and implement procedures and revise them as necessary to ensure efficiency
  • Ensure client satisfaction
  • Oversee on-site solar installation activities including racking systems, panel installation, inverters, electrical tie-ins, and commissioning.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, local building codes, NEC requirements, and company safety protocols.
  • Conduct regular job site visits to monitor safety, workmanship, and progress.
  • Coordinate inspections with local jurisdictions and utility interconnection approvals.]
  • Review construction drawings, electrical diagrams, and engineering plans for accuracy and constructability.
  • Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure adherence to contract terms and safety requirements.
  • Address field conditions and unforeseen site challenges (structural, electrical, weather-related, etc.).
  • Ensure proper documentation of change orders and scope modifications.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

About You

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Personal Effectiveness

  • Effective time management
  • Organized
  • Great attention to detail
  • Ability to adapt and make changes as necessary to achieve goal
  • High comfort level working in a diverse environment

Communication

  • Ability to communicate with all stakeholders effectively in oral and written form
  • Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables

Cognition

  • Ability to solve problems creatively
  • Actively looking for ways to help staff, clients and others
  • Use of logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Management

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Promotes organizational mission and goals, and shows the way to achieve them. Lead teams to complete complex projects with high quality in time and in budget
  • Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling software, and cost control principles.
  • Working knowledge of electrical systems and solar PV systemspreferred.

Educational Background and Work Experience

  • Must have at minimum of 2 years of experience in Project Management or related experience,
  • Experience in construction or solar installation strongly preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
  • Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
  • Proficient use of all Microsoft Office products
  • Experience with construction management or scheduling software (e.g., MS Project,Monday.com, Site Capture, etc.) preferred.

Physical Requirements of the Job

  • Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and traverse uneven terrain at active construction sites.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 25–50 pounds occasionally.
  • May be required to work at heights and on rooftops.
  • Exposure to outdoor weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, rain, and direct sunlight.
  • Exposure to construction site conditions including dust, noise, moving mechanical parts, and electrical systems.
  • Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, gloves, and fall protection equipment when required.
  • Travel to job sites required; may involve local or regional travel.


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