Solar Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for managing Precision Solar Renewables’ projects in line with PSR’s goals, financial parameters, and within the project's baseline schedule and technical specifications with the purpose of optimizing revenue growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Project Managers are responsible for developing the project execution plan. Project Managers are expected to continuously manage and review progress to goals and project plans and identify gaps to plans and initiate recovery action plans. The Project Manager shall operate the project’s contract on behalf of PSR, including monitoring of owner obligations and generating contractual notices, change order requests, requests for extension of time and generation of equitable adjustment requests. Project Managers will generally split their time between the office and the field as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as point of contact (POC) with Client after handoff from pre-construction. The Project Manager shall keep the customer's site representative up to date, including preparation and transmittal of all contracts required reporting.

• Know and meet the contract and all contract milestone and deliverables including required customer reporting; manage contractual obligations of PSR; enforcement of contract’s requirements on client, PSR, subcontractors and vendors.

• Manage change order development-notice letters (determination) and handoff to director.

• Communicate frequently with clients. Lead monthly client meetings.

• Make sure client pay applications are issued timely on each payment milestone and coordinate directly with project accountant to get pay applications issued.

• Conduct internal weekly meetings providing detailed updates for all projects.

• Ensure that project schedules are updated and accurate; manage project schedule resequencing when required to recover from a schedule problem; add detail to schedules as needed to reflect the path to project completion.

• Closely track the progress toward and achievement of contract milestone dates. (Initial project schedule will be setup by preconstruction and handed off to Project Manager for construction).

• Make sure project field stalls have material, equipment, tools, labor, and other resources when needed.

• Review drawings and issue cogent comments.

• Review project takeoff before bulk material and subcontract buyout is executed.

• Assist project coordinator for setting up dumpsters, toilets, office, conex boxes, recycling, PPE, job board, fuel, SWPPP box, equipment supplier & general job mobilization; Coordinate with project coordinator and site superintendent to order, manage and log equipment rental.

• Assist in local vendor and subcontractor sourcing in concert with procurement department.

• Manage job files for assigned projects (including ensuring detailed daily reports are posted daily).

• Manage permitting on assigned projects including all required inspections and closeout.

• Manage change orders (owner, subcontractors, and vendors). * Provide oversight of all staff on assigned projects.

• Manage subcontract and vendor schedules along with procurement department and Site Superintendent.

• Participate in budget development and be responsible for the budget and all job costs including monthly projections. Includes recasting budget at handoff based on planned execution strategy.

• Be responsible for labor time keeping and production tracking.

• Ensure all QA/QC documents and pre-energization commissioning are completed and documented.

• Efficiently close out projects and related contracts.

• Ensure he or she has detailed knowledge of the project’s drawings and specifications to ensure that projects are built per the drawings and installation manuals.

• Stay current with all company credit card receipts.

• Review and approve project invoices.

• Maintain proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Bluebeam Revu and SharePoint.

REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER SKILLS)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management (strongly preferred although not required).
• 5-7 years of large complex construction project management experience to include working on projects with budgets over 2 million dollars.
• Previous DG Solar PM experience required
• Experience with design/build, pricing and equipment productivity, derivation of labor rates, take off plans and specs.
• Plans effectively and establishes courses of actions for self and for others; allocates resources and assigns personnel.
• Is professional and displays appropriate appearance and professional conduct; makes a good impression on others.
• In-depth understanding of electrical theory and NEC code and all building requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, able to find and use different sources to formulate alternative solutions.
• OSHA 30 certified.
• CPR-First certified.
• Must maintain current driver’s license and have clean driving record.
• A proven track record of delivery of safe projects on schedule within budget.

PYHSICAL AND TRAVEL REQUIRMENTS

• Significant travel is required to support successful execution of assigned projects. Project Manager’s will generally be on-site 100% of the time.

• Must be able to stand, walk, and move around construction sites for extended periods of time across various types of terrain and weather conditions.

• Must be capable of lifting and carrying equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to climb and navigate ladders and various types of terrain.

• Must be able to use hands and fingers for tasks.

Industry

• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full-time

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Weekly pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Solar energy: 4 years (Required)
• Project management: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Buffalo, NY 14226 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Buffalo, NY 14226: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $130,000 - $150,000