Solar Project Manager
solarlandscape · Chicago, IL ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Project management
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Company size
- 51-200
- Salary
- USD 90,000 – 125,000 / year
Oversees end-to-end commercial solar project execution, managing planning, budgeting, procurement, construction, and safety for rooftop PV installations in the U.S.
About Us
Solar Landscape is the nation’s leading distributed energy infrastructure company, transforming commercial real estate into a source of new power by deploying solar and storage at scale. Partnering with more than 170+ commercial real estate owners, the company develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed energy projects that deliver new capacity to the grid in as little as 12 months while generating long-term income for commercial and industrial property owners.
Proven by our performance, backed by institutional capital, and trusted by the biggest names in commercial real estate, we’re building the future of energy, and it shows:
- Recognized by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in 2025
- Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies
- Ranked the #1 commercial rooftop solar developer by Solar Power World in both 2025 and 2026
That doesn’t happen without a team of smart, driven, and down-to-earth people who are serious about doing excellent work—and fun to work with. At Solar Landscape, you’ll be challenged, trusted with responsibility, and surrounded by people who thrive in our fast-paced environment. Career growth here isn’t limited by title or a rigid path: people who take ownership and deliver are given opportunities to stretch, lead, and make an impact. Along the way, you’ll be supported by great benefits, professional development, and a culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and accountability.
Across our headquarters in Asbury Park, New Jersey and our offices in New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore, Solar Landscape employees are building something that matters, deploying critical energy infrastructure that creates long-term value for communities, property owners, and the grid. Come join us.
About The Role
We are seeking a Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of our solar projects. This role includes managing project planning, budgeting, procurement, construction, scheduling, reporting, and risk mitigation. The Project Manager will provide both leadership and technical guidance, collaborating across teams and with external partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
This role is based in Illinois (Greater Chicago area). Solar Landscape is open to providing relocation assistance for qualified candidates who are not currently located in Illinois.
Responsibilities
- Plan, budget, manage, and complete PV projects of moderate complexity, or multiple projects of lesser complexity simultaneously.
- Coordinate design and permitting activities with engineering team and local authorities.
- Work with Safety Manager to develop Site Specific Health and Safety Plans and implement safety procedures.
- Manage Quality Control and develop/implement Site Specific Quality Management Plan.
- Develop construction schedules for assigned projects.
- Solicit, negotiate, and execute subcontracts and purchase orders with timely delivery to support the project schedule.
- Schedule and manage deliveries of materials and equipment. Maintain accurate receiving records and provide timely follow up to missing items, damaged goods, backorders, etc.
- Plan, execute, and take responsibility for self-performed work and managing labor crews and subcontractors. Plan sequencing, crew-sizes, productivity goals, and monthly labor spend.
- Execute work and track actual results, adjusting and refining forecasts to reflect actual production.
- Trains Foremen on pre-planning, surveying, plan reading, productivity, efficiency, economical crew size, quality workmanship, and safety to ensure projects are expeditiously constructed.
- Act as primary point of contact for Customers and Key Stakeholders while organizing and leading regular meetings.
- Provide status reports to Senior Management on a regular basis, particularly regarding safety, quality, schedule, and cost forecasting.
- Complete all job closeout procedures including AHJ inspections, interconnection, testing, documentation, Owner’s Engineer reviews, Independent Engineer reviews.
- Manage, train, and supervise project team; act as mentor to younger employees to encourage professional growth and career development.
- Support sales activities with estimates, contract review, and client communication.
- Build trust and rapport with all Solar Landscape departments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in field construction management.
- Strong leadership abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Dynamics 365 (or other construction management software), and Microsoft Project.
- Deep understanding of rooftop, ground-mount, and carport commercial PV construction methods.
- Knowledge of behind-the-meter and utility interconnections.
- Familiarity with Purchase Orders, Subcontracts, PPA, EPC Contracts, and project accounting.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
- Knowledge of construction safety requirements; OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with willingness to travel to various job sites.
- Ability to climb ladders and access building roofs.
- Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Benefits and Perks
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:
- Training / Professional development opportunities
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Summer Fridays
- Flexible remote/hybrid work options
- Paid parental leave
- Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
- Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
ADA Accommodation Statement
Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].