Site Manager

We are seeking a Site Manager to join our company. This role involves travel throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region (up to 50% of the time). The Site Manager will be an integral part of the project management team, overseeing utility‑scale solar projects from permitting to closeout and turnover to the Operations & Maintenance team.

The ideal candidate will ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to specification, coordinating across internal teams, contractors, inspectors, consultants, and local authorities.

• Project Coordination – Plan daily site activities, allocate tasks, and ensure subcontractors, suppliers, and crews work in sync to meet project milestones.
• Site Supervision – Monitor work progress, enforce quality standards, and resolve issues that could delay project completion.
• Health & Safety Management – Implement safety protocols, conduct toolbox talks, ensure OSHA compliance, and maintain a hazard‑free site.
• Resource Management – Oversee materials, equipment, and labor to prevent shortages and ensure operational efficiency.
• Stakeholder Communication – Serve as the on‑site point of contact for clients, architects, engineers, inspectors, and senior management.
• Documentation & Reporting – Maintain site logs, prepare progress reports, track change orders, and document incidents or delays.
• Quality Assurance – Verify work meets project specifications, building codes, and contractual requirements.
• Problem Resolution – Address unexpected issues such as weather delays, design conflicts, or supply disruptions.
• Prepare contractor agreements ensuring compliance with project specifications, budgets, and schedules.
• Manage project budgets, RFIs, change orders, and overall financial risk.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, subcontractors, and vendors for successful project execution.
• Support project closeout including commissioning, training, warranties, and O&M turnover.

• 4 years of construction management experience, preferably in utility‑scale solar or renewable energy projects on the East Coast; experience as a general contractor is considered.
• Strong knowledge of solar construction processes, including scheduling, estimating, and subcontractor management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Skilled in contractor outreach, project estimation, RFIs, submittal reviews, and progress reporting.
• Excellent problem‑solving, stakeholder communication, and team leadership skills.
• Familiarity with local permitting, inspections, and compliance standards.

• Independent thinker who thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Detail‑oriented with a proven ability to produce error‑free work under deadlines.
• Team player with strong initiative, intrinsically motivated, and works autonomously.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, negotiation, and client interaction.
• Ability to build strong, effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including community leaders and public officials.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.