Solar Project Manager I

Job Description

Job Description

Description : About Us :

About Us :

For over twenty years, Cinterra has provided specialized electrical utility and solar construction services to support some of the nation's leading contractors, private industry and public utilities.

Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is only rivaled by one of the highest safety ratings in the industry.

The services we provide help to bring electric power and renewable energy sources to millions. Come join our team today!

Position Summary :

The primary responsibility of the Solar Project Manager is to manage project(s) from an office location and / or remote project site, concentrating on safety, contract, schedule, budget, customer satisfaction, costs and quality compliance.

The Project Manager provides the knowledge, skills, and experience required to manage the day-to-day field operations on utility-scale solar projects.

Employee will work closely with regional operations management and preconstruction in developing detailed project budgets and will be responsible for maintaining project financial performance.

Duties include but are not limited to : preparation of overall project plan, overseeing project execution from handover to end of warranty, keeping track of goals, tasks, resources, schedules, costs, contingencies, identify risks and planning to mitigate, frequent customer engagement, contract analysis, and oversight of project budgeting, change orders, and material procurement.

Employee will collaborate with associate project managers, site engineers signed to him / her, and multiple site managers to ensure proper utilization of site resources for assigned project(s) and maintain contract schedule and budget.

The position requires great communication skills, analytical thinking, problem solving abilities, strong computer skills, excellent knowledge of both AC and DC electrical work, substation, and basic knowledge of mechanical installation process.

The employee will be working with all levels of Cinterra staff, including executive management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following :

Cultivate safety as a core value throughout the company, supporting the corporate safety program and personnel

Planning :

• Coordinate with other teams and prepare overall project construction plan
• Lead Project Kick Off meetings to engage key stakeholders
• From handover of project from business development through start of construction, conduct weekly check in with customer project team to verify and confirm project status and mobilization dates;

Identify risk factors for delays and escalate issues accordingly

Contract :

• Review and understand contracts and scope of work for assigned projects prior to project execution, addressing any concerns with the customer and / or project team.
• Execute the contract deliverables, and ensure they are provided to the customer on time.
• Identify and create change orders and discuss with regional operations team and submit to Program Director for review and approval.
• Submit contract required documentation to customer for response / approval, tracking through final execution.
• Recommend, review, and discuss all contract billing, to include AIA documents and change orders with regional operations team

Budget :

• Create and manage budgets for assigned project(s)
• Manage budget, review and report on variance and cost to complete
• Monitor and report against monthly spend and contingencies

Schedule :

Use customer schedule to create project schedule, track project schedule to ensure milestone dates are achieved, documenting any schedule concerns to the project team and customer.

If contractually required, create recovery schedule, discuss and agree with regional site management and submit for review and approval.

• Provide a weekly project forecast and coordinate with the team on any needed resource adjustments.
• Track progress of both customer and contractor furnished materials / equipment to ensure on-time delivery; notify customer, vendors, and supervisor of any material shortages and / or damages

Risk :

Identify risk to project and develop plans to mitigate, work with regional construction teams to identify risks to project and develop plans to mitigate.

Administration :

• Lead and facilitate relevant project meetings, providing summary reports and inputs to Program Director
• Ensure that all project records are accurate and adequately maintained
• Quote, award, and coordinate subcontractors required to facilitate project execution
• Support vendor selection and procurement, including contractor provided materials and subcontractors
• Review and approve all timecards submitted, to include subcontractor provided labor hours and units completed

Other Duties :

• Provide support and assistance to other Cinterra divisions as needed.
• Supervise, train, mentor, associate project managers and site engineers assigned to project manager
• Handle special assignments and other duties as requested by leadership

Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) :

• High School diploma or GED required; (Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or similar degree program preferred)
• Certified Associate of Project Management (CAPM) certification or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred
• Six Sigma and / or Lean certification preferred
• 3+ years of project management and / or construction supervisory experience in solar, electrical, mechanical construction and / or substation construction experience
• Excellent and effective communication skills. Ability to convey the appropriate amount of detail for the required audience
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Problem-solver with effective time management skills, understands how to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Demonstrates commitment to high professional ethical standards
• Experience using project scheduling software such as MS-Project, Primavera P6 or other related industry scheduling tools
• Understands how to read and interpret contracts, plans, and specifications
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft office programs
• Familiar with Local code, AHJ standards, and NEC code, NFPA 70E Certification (preferred)
• Familiar with OSHA regulations (required), OSHA training and certifications (preferred)
• Must have valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Must be able to work long and / or extended hours to include weekends as needed, with ability to travel frequently

Physical Requirements :

• May be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and telephone, along with other general office equipment.
• Close vision abilities required due to computer work.
• Light to moderate lifting / carrying of 25 lbs may be required.
• Reaching overhead or below.
• Work environment may include being able to tolerate moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones, printers, light traffic)
• Ability to work in a confined area.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.

Cinterra provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.