Solar Installation Manager

Overview

A Solar Installation Manager plans, executes, and oversees residential/commercial solar projects, leading teams (installers, techs, subs), ensuring safety (OSHA, NEC), managing budgets/schedules, handling site assessments, coordinating inspections, and guaranteeing quality installation of PV systems, bridging technical expertise with project management for clean energy deployment.

Key Responsibilities

- Project Planning & Coordination: Develop project proposals, budgets, schedules; plan site layouts; coordinate with clients, engineers, inspectors.

- Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor field crews (electricians, installers, subs).

- Safety & Compliance: Enforce safety standards (OSHA, NEC), ensure regulatory compliance, conduct site safety checks.

- Technical Oversight: Provide technical guidance, troubleshoot issues, ensure system design adherence, perform system start-up/testing.

- Quality Control: Conduct site visits, monitor work, ensure quality standards, and drive continuous improvement.

- Resource Management: Estimate materials, equipment, and personnel; manage on-site facilities.

- Customer/Stakeholder Liaison: Communicate project status, resolve discrepancies, manage client expectations.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

- Technical: Solar PV systems, electrical/mechanical systems, building codes, electrical schematics, system performance assessment.

- Project Management: Budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, risk minimization, time management.

- Leadership: Personnel management, coordination, communication, problem-solving.

- Industry: Understanding of renewable energy, sustainability goals, green building practices.

Typical Requirements

- ; preferred: vocational training, trade school, or Associate's degree.

- Experience in solar installation, construction, or electrical trades.

- Relevant certifications (e.g., NABCEP) often beneficial.

Work Environment

- Mix of indoor (office, planning) and outdoor (field, rooftops) work.

- May involve working at heights, in various weather conditions, and with electrical hazards.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Paid time off

Work Location: In person