Project Manager - Commercial Solar & Battery Storage (BESS)
Posted 30 days ago
We are actively hiring a Project Manager to support the successful delivery of commercial solar PV and battery energy storage (BESS) projects throughout the Monterey Bay Area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys owning projects from start to finish and wants to grow within a fast-moving company helping build the future of clean energy infrastructure.
The ideal candidate brings strong project coordination experience, understands commercial construction workflows, and thrives in a collaborative, high-accountability environment.
What You'll Own
- Manage the full lifecycle of commercial solar and battery storage projects from preconstruction through closeout
- Oversee project execution including scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, contracts, and construction activities
- Track project budgets, billing, forecasting, cost controls, and financial reporting
- Coordinate vendors, subcontractors, permitting activities, inspections, and procurement/buyout processes
- Lead or assist with construction meetings and maintain communication with clients, field teams, and stakeholders
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, project documentation, and closeout packages
- Support preconstruction efforts including estimating coordination and RFP/RFQ responses
- Maintain accurate project records and reporting within internal systems
Requirements
- 2+ years of project management experience within commercial construction
- Experience in commercial solar, battery storage, MEP, electrical, or technical infrastructure projects strongly preferred
- Understanding of the full construction project lifecycle including permitting, inspections, scheduling, procurement, billing, and closeout
- Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and cost tracking
- Working knowledge of MEP systems and building permit processes
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Smartsheet
- Experience with Jonas Premier is a plus
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Must be authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship available)
- Must be local to the Monterey Bay Area and able to work onsite
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- PTO package with eligibility for unlimited PTO after year one
- 42 hours of paid continuing education annually
- $1,000 annual professional development stipend
- Cell phone and laptop reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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