Solar Project Manager in Peachtree Corners in , United States

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Key Responsibilities

The primary focus of this position will include the execution of behind-the-meter (BTM) non-residential solar and energy storage projects across the nation.

This role will collaborate with our sales and engineering teams and hold direct oversight of all planning, procurement, and vendor management to deliver a seamless installation process for clients from project handoff to commissioning and closeout. Projects typically include rooftop, carport, and ground-mount systems interconnected at the customer meter and coordinated closely with customers, utilities, AHJs, engineers, and construction teams. This role does not include residential or utility-scale projects and requires direct experience managing complex commercial solar and energy storage projects, live electrical systems, and customer-facing project delivery. This role may also include project management of commercial EV charging and lighting projects.

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Project Execution & Delivery

Manage multiple concurrent commercial projects from handoff through NTP, construction, PTO, and final closeout

Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and cash flow forecasts

Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within contractual scope and margin targets

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Stakeholder Coordination

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, building owners, property managers, and off-takers

Coordinate closely with internal sales, engineering, procurement, and finance

Manage external relationships with engineers, subcontractors, utilities, and AHJs

3

Pre-Construction

Oversee permitting, inspections, and utility interconnection processes

Coordinate utility applications, interconnection studies, and witness testing

Ensure compliance with NEC, local codes, site-specific safety requirements, and contractual obligations

4

Construction Oversight

Lead project progress from pre-construction to field execution

Monitor construction progress, quality, and safety on active job sites remotely and in-person

Manage change orders, RFI responses, and issue resolution during construction

5 Financial & Contract Management

Track project costs, approve invoices, and manage change order pricing

Support contract review and ensure adherence to customer agreements, PPAs, or EPC contracts

Assist with project closeout documentation, as-built drawings, and O&M handoff

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

3+ years of project management experience in commercial, behind-the-meter solar and energy storage projects

Experience with commercial EV charging and lighting projects

PMP or other project management certification

NABCEP PV Associate certification or more

Strong understanding of commercial electrical systems, utility interconnection, and electrical standards including but not limited to NEC, NFPA, UL, NEMA, OSHA, SBC, and ASTM

Experience working with third-party owned projects (PPAs, leases, etc.)

Ability to read plansets, blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, etc.

Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, customer-facing projects, and a large portfolio of nation-wide construction projects

Knowledge in aspects of construction and project management including quoting, budgeting, scheduling, permitting, vendor management, and project documentation

Knowledge of project documentation (project meetings, contracts, change orders, etc.)

Knowledge of MS Office, Outlook, SiteTracker, and/or other similar software applications

Strong sense of urgency in dealing with client issues

Effective client negotiation and follow-up skills

Excellent communication/problem-solving skills

80% of time spent working out of the main office or from home and 20% time may be spent traveling to jobsites

Requirements:

Core Competencies

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Clear, professional communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ability to proactively identify risks and drive solutions

Comfort working in fast-paced, construction-driven environments

High attention to detail with a strong ownership mindset

Projects reach PTO on schedule with minimal change orders

Customers view the PM as a trusted, knowledgeable partner

Projects achieve target margins and smooth handoff to operations

Issues are identified early and resolved without escalation

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Work location – Atlanta Office and Remote Hybrid

Access to leaders who provide industry knowledge, career coaching, and mentoring

Employment eligibility to work in the US is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position?

Offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check, subject to applicable laws and regulations

Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned