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Solar Project Manager - East in Baltimore

Energy Jobline ZR, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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Location Preferences Baltimore, MD. Remote work in the Eastern regions of the US will be considered.

ROLE OVERVIEW Pivot Energy is seeking a motivated and organized Project Manager to plan, resource, and implement Community Solar and Commercial & Industrial ground mount, rooftop, and carport projects across the nation. The Project Manager will be responsible for the planning and management of all aspects of the construction process for a set of projects and work with owners, subcontractors, engineers, and vendors. The position requires an understanding of the construction business, safety compliance, and the ability to work under deadlines. Strong problem‑solving abilities are a must to deal with inevitable shifts in project scope, schedule, and other elements of the project lifecycle. Expectations are focused on managing budgets and schedules while maintaining a high level of communication both internally and with the various external stakeholders.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Review contracts and ensure that all contractual obligations are met

Review drawings and specifications, and have a thorough understanding of the scope of work

Develop project execution plans, schedule, and budget

Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget

Manage all subcontractors, internal resources, third parties, and vendors to implement the project execution plan

Monitor subcontractor construction progress on a regular basis, reinforcing safety and quality with subcontractor and addressing any issues that arise during construction

Manage contractors and utilities to achieve Commercial Operations Date (COD)

Coordinate internally to monitor project schedules and ensure the timely completion of all deliverables

Manage the project's forecast milestone deliverable dates and complete data‑room deliverables in conjunction with project finance or owner responsibilities for tax equity, construction lending, or private owner partnerships

Assist the pre‑construction department in developing project estimates and schedules during the sales process

Approve invoices and manage progress billings

Initiate close‑out procedures and prepare close‑out documents

Perform procurement activities, such as quoting and creating purchase orders, and coordinate logistics of material purchases arriving at project sites

Manage the lessons learned process for assigned projects

Travel to sites as necessary (up to 25% travel expected)

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

3+ years related solar ground mount, rooftop, and/or carport construction management experience

4+ years total professional experience

Proven working experience in project management; knowledge of construction means and methods

Understanding of basic site diligence documents to ensure the EPC scope accurately captures the site constraints, including: Geotech, ESAs, permits, interconnect agreements & land‑use agreements

Experience managing front‑of‑the‑meter interconnections, contractors, and other details related to larger interconnections

Ability to clearly communicate complex technical or regulatory details with stakeholders

Ability to review and navigate contracts and contract negotiation

Strong organization, leadership, negotiation, and delegation skills

Working knowledge of scheduling concepts such as CPM, Gantt charts, etc.

Strong working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, and scheduling software

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The estimated base salary range for this position is $75,000 – $125,000, depending on relevant experience, along with eligibility for the company’s substantial bonus plan, with a target bonus of 30% of annual salary (prorated in the first year based on start date). Compensation will be based on factors such as location, level, job‑related knowledge, certifications, skills, and experience.

Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company

Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations

Company‑paid life insurance and short‑ and long‑term coverage

Generous parental leave

401(k) matching

Home office setup stipend for new employees

Public transit reimbursement

PTO for volunteering in the community

Charitable donation matching up to $500 per year

Professional development and educational reimbursements

ABOUT PIVOT Pivot Energy is a renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nation’s electricity, increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities, and provide real cost‑savings to American businesses and families. We are fiercely dedicated to accelerating the rapid transition taking place in the energy industry to a more decentralized and cleaner approach to power. We are committed to positively contributing to the local communities and people we serve with more than clean energy. Our portfolio includes projects that reduce energy burden for income‑limited families, create workforce pathways for under‑represented groups within the solar industry, and include robust community investment opportunities. As a Certified B Corporation and one of Denver’s “Best Places to Work,” we believe that company success is driven by a healthy environment, thriving society, and a workplace where all individuals are respected.

At Pivot, our core values guide our work internally and externally:

Impact – We hold ourselves accountable to having a measurable impact on our people, communities, and the planet

Balance – Put family first; work hard/have fun

Determination – Find ways to be successful no matter how difficult the challenge

Professionalism – Impress everyone we touch, be a team player

Honesty – Be truthful and transparent, internally and externally

Kindness – Create an environment where kindness, empathy, and vulnerability are embraced

EQUITY, AND JUSTICE STATEMENT Pivot is proactively developing and maintaining an inclusive culture, rooted in mutual respect, that supports a workforce of different races, identities, orientations, ability statuses, religions, and cultures. We seek to build a team that invests in relationship building, celebrates each other’s successes, and makes space for the unique contributions and working styles people bring into Pivot. Pivot invests in company‑wide trainings, assessments, and programs to advance internal and equity practices, such as employee allyship building, cross‑cultural communications, and equitable hiring and management protocols to increasingly recognize bias and ensure mutual respect and belonging.

EEO STATEMENT Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes, empowers, and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.

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