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Consult Energy Inc.

Project Manager

Consult Energy Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Base Pay Range $120.00/yr - $140.00/yr

Location Remote – Illinois-based candidates only. This role requires travel to project sites primarily located throughout Illinois. Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to Illinois.

Position Summary Our client, a leading Independent Power Producer, is seeking a Project Manager who will support their rapidly growing fleet of community solar projects from development to construction. The Project Manager will ensure the Project Management Team, projects, contracts, and communications advance with excellent organizational performance, and manage with reliability, diligence, consistency, and safety. This position reports to the VP of Operations.

Qualifications

Undergraduate Degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or equivalent.

At least 5+ years professional experience in a construction project management role; renewable energy project experience preferred.

Familiarity with solar project design and technical standards as well as civil and structural technical knowledge.

Experience with solar project construction.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Sheets, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

Strong proficiency with CPM and Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.

Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.

Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges with all parties during stressful situations.

Familiarity with NEC and NFPA code requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

Define and document RFPs and scope of work packages for third‑party EPC firms.

Participate in EPC selection and contract negotiation.

Conduct due diligence on potential solar project sites and evaluate their suitability.

Act as the Owner's Representative for Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract management.

Review and manage EPC contractor schedules, budgets, scope, subcontractors, EHS plans, and permit compliance.

Liaise daily with the Construction Manager to understand real‑time project status.

Present weekly and monthly status reports on assigned projects.

Manage and coordinate utility interconnection processes for construction projects.

Engage with project stakeholders and act as a representative of the company for interactions with landowners, local governmental agencies, customers, contractors, equipment and materials suppliers, and other stakeholders.

Support permitting and jurisdictional approval processes as needed for project construction.

Coordinate with EPC contractors and equipment vendors to ensure compliance with contract terms and delivery of contractual deliverables.

Manage and coordinate activities of internal project teams and deliverables of EPC contractors, project stakeholders, and regulatory and permitting authorities.

Ensure project quality control and safe construction practices through on‑site inspections and coordination with third‑party firms.

Lead project status update meetings with senior management, energy off‑takers, utilities, EPCs, and finance counterparties.

Manage the collection, organization, and filing of all project documentation.

Lead the coordination of project turnover exercises from construction to the Asset Operations team.

Assist with the development of internal operating policies, standards, and procedures.

Travel Approximately 30% of the time.

Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation and benefits package, including participation in a 401(k) plan with company match, employer‑sponsored health plan, and unlimited PTO.

How to Apply Please include the following mandatory information in your application:

Project name and MW capacity.

Company/employer you worked for.

Your specific role on the project.

Project location and completion year.

Any other pertinent project details.

Applications that do not include this information will not be reviewed.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

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