Solar Project Manager

Overview

Capitol Valley Electric is a nationally recognized electrical contractor. Our corporate office is located in Sacramento, California. We work on a wide array of projects including Multi Family, Commercial, Industrial and Utility Scale Solar farms. We are looking to hire a Construction Project Manager for our Utility Scale Solar Projects.

• Creates and manages project budgets
• Understands owner contract requirements, including development of contract requirements, bonds, fees, schedules, and costs
• Develops and completes monthly projected final cost and labor cost reports
• Pre-construction responsibilities and procurement of subcontractors to manage through completion
• Collaborates with pre-construction team to prepare and monitor cost information related to the project budget
• Manages subcontractor relationships, including initial scope and proposal review and final proposal development
• Develops plans to comply with Minority Business Entity requirements as required
• Collaborates with developers, subcontractors, municipal entities, equipment suppliers, and site-specific construction suppliers to develop a milestone timeline prior to project start-up

• Schedule site security/amenities, subcontractors, equipment delivery, utility interconnections, and services per the construction schedule
• Conduct preconstruction meetings with site host, customer, subcontractors, AHJ (if required), and utility
• Review and implement OSHA-approved site safety plan (SSP) with subcontractors
• Document and report daily site safety meetings to analyze job hazards
• Schedule and oversee inspections by AHJ and utility
• Coordinate and deliver all requirements for subcontractors and suppliers to meet schedules

• Responsible for project administration and daily operations; maintain the project schedule, milestone dates, commissioning, and close-out checklists
• Provide all close-out documentation to the customer at project completion
• Establish relationships and communication tools with suppliers and key personnel to verify materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and delivered as needed
• Ensure project site and company assets are secure and maintain a safe, respectful working environment by implementing programs for safety, risk management, training, and quality control

• Four-year degree in engineering, construction management, or related field from an accredited school or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in electrical contracting or related industry
• Minimum 8 years of Project Management experience in the renewable energy industry
• Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of electrical theory, National Electrical Code, and California Building and Electrical Codes
• Ability to independently price change orders and align with project schedules
• Strong understanding of company objectives impacting project management strategies
• Thorough understanding of electrical construction, contracts, and terminology
• Ability to handle multiple situations, resolve issues, and work collaboratively toward solutions
• Deep knowledge of major equipment such as transformers, inverters, and switch gear
• Thorough understanding of solar systems ranging from 1 MW to 50 MW
• Understanding of SCADA, grid concepts, underground reticulations, and power banks
• Understanding of solar farm design to commissioning
• Excellent organizational and decision-making/problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to make administrative decisions and foster a cooperative work environment
• Proficiency in software and computer programs;
  Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Procore, Helioscope, PVsyst

• Company truck with gas card
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with 100% company match up to 4% of salary
• Paid time off
• Quarterly incentive plan based on project profitability
• Equal Employment Opportunity:
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
• EOE employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay range: $135k - $160k annual (Pay is negotiable)