Onsite Solar Project Manager

Piper Maddox has partnered with a leading national electrical contractor and renewable energy EPC to identify multiple Project Managers to support utility-scale solar projects within their rapidly expanding Energy division.

This organization is a long-established engineering and construction firm delivering turnkey energy infrastructure projects across the U.S., including utility-scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, microgrids, EV infrastructure, and complex electrical systems. Backed by a major publicly traded parent company, they offer strong financial stability, national reach, and a significant forward project pipeline.

With more than 6 GW of solar installed or under contract and 2026 projected to be their largest year to date, this is an opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering complex, large-scale renewable projects.

The Role

The Project Manager will oversee the full lifecycle execution of utility-scale solar construction projects, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and aligned with company safety and operational standards.

This is a traveling position. Candidates must be comfortable with long-term assignments and mobility across multiple states depending on project needs.

This role offers strong visibility, leadership responsibility, and direct impact on financial performance and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle construction management of utility-scale solar projects.
• Oversee planning, execution, financial performance, and closeout.
• Manage budgets, cost forecasting, scheduling, procurement, and productivity tracking.
• Drive project profitability while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Lead high-performing field teams, including union labor where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide accurate reporting on financial performance, risks, and schedule status.
• Uphold a strong safety-first culture across all job sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in solar construction.
• Proven track record managing utility-scale solar projects through full construction.
• Experience with an EPC or solar contractor strongly preferred.
• Candidates from an IPP or developer background will be considered if open to a construction-focused, traveling role.
• Strong understanding of:
• Project cost accounting & forecasting
• Scheduling & procurement
• Productivity tracking & reporting
• Labor management (union experience preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel 100%