Advanced Electric Systems · 3 months ago
Senior Project Manager - Solar & Battery Storage
US-PA-King of Prussia
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAdvanced Electric Systems is a leading clean-energy construction firm specializing in grid-scale solar farms and battery storage facilities. As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the coordination, execution, and delivery of solar and battery energy storage projects, ensuring they meet schedule, budget, safety, and quality goals.
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Responsibilities
Manage the full lifecycle of solar PV and battery storage projects (1 MW to 100 MW+), including pre-construction planning, permitting, construction, commissioning, and close‑out
Develop, maintain, and track project schedules and budgets, proactively managing variances and executing corrective actions
Supervise project teams—engineers, site supervisors, QA/QC, safety officers, and subcontractors—to meet project objectives
Serve as main liaison with clients, utilities, permitting bodies, vendors, and local authorities; maintain transparent communication
Enforce rigorous QC standards and OSHA-level safety protocols; conduct site inspections and report non-conformance issues
Administer and oversee subcontract and vendor contracts; review and process change orders and payment applications
Update project risk registers; ensure compliance with NEC, UL, NFPA 70E, and local code requirements
Deliver regular project updates, KPI dashboards, and close-out documentation, including as-built drawings and O&M manuals
Qualification
Required
Minimum 10 years in construction project management, with at least 5 years focused on grid-scale solar PV and battery energy storage projects
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related discipline. Relevant field experience and demonstrated growth is acceptable in lieu of a degree
PMP, CCM, or equivalent strongly preferred; OSHA 30+ and First Aid/CPR certifications required
Deep familiarity with solar PV and BESS systems—modules, inverters, BESS chemistries, SCADA—and related civil/electrical construction processes
Proficient in MS Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore (or similar), and MS Office suite
Strong leadership with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills; proven ability managing multidisciplinary teams
Willingness to travel 60–80%, including extended stays at construction sites in remote or rural locations
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Preferred
Master's degree in relevant field
NABCEP PV Installer certification
Experience with grid-interconnection processes (ISO, RTOs)
Familiarity with energy market/regulatory frameworks
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision.
401(k) plan with employer match.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing renewable energy company.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Company
Advanced Electric Systems
Advanced Electric Systems is an electrical testing, maintenance, and repair company.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase