Solar Project Manager

Project Manager (Utility-Scale Solar) - Full Travel

We are actively hiring 8-12 Project Managers (PM I & PM II) to support a growing pipeline of utility-scale solar projects across the U.S. This is a full travel role with a structured rotation and strong long-term growth potential within a leading self-performing contractor.

Location & Travel

• Full travel role across U.S. project sites (CA, TX, AZ, MN, OK, CO, Midwest)
• Rotation: 3 weeks on-site / 5 days off (approx. 52 days off annually)
• Travel schedule is structured and consistent, with flexibility for major life events

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee utility-scale solar construction projects from early execution through completion
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and financial performance
• Lead planning efforts, including 2-6 week lookaheads to keep projects on track
• Handle core PM responsibilities:
  • RFIs
  • Project controls
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Timecard oversight
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams
• Mentor and support APMs and junior PMs, helping develop future leaders on the team

Must-Have Qualifications

• 7-8+ years of construction management or project leadership experience
• Proven experience working for a self-performing contractor (not Owner's Rep or Developer)
• Prior experience in a full travel role (ideally 3+ years)
• Strong understanding of:
  • Scheduling & planning
  • Budgeting & financials
  • Project controls
• Experience managing field execution + people leadership
• Ability to work on a fixed travel rotation
• Strong leadership style:
  • Team-oriented
  • Accountable
  • Growth mindset
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background/drug screening

Preferred Experience

• Utility-scale solar (self-perform) experience strongly preferred
  • Target backgrounds: Cupertino, Rosendin, Blattner, SOLV Energy, McCarthy, Kiewit
• Experience in wind or heavy electrical (T&D / power delivery) is also relevant
• Experience managing union and non-union labor
• Open to or interested in California-based projects (not required, but a plus)

What We're Looking For

This team values leaders of people, not dictators. The ideal candidate:

• Takes ownership and accountability
• Thrives in a team-first environment
• Is coachable and still looking to grow
• Can balance field execution with leadership and culture

What to Expect

• Strong pipeline of projects kicking off in the next 2-3 months
• Clear growth path across PM levels
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-impact renewable energy projects

Not the Right Fit If You

• Only have residential or small commercial solar experience
• Come strictly from an Owner's Rep or Developer background
• Are not open to full travel or require location restrictions

Oscar Associates Limited (US) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.