LiveWire Construction, Inc. · 4 months ago
Solar Project Manager
Calumet Park, Illinois, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$105K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expLiveWire Construction, Inc. is seeking to fill the role of Project Manager for our fast-paced, growing solar division. This position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Project Manager in the solar or electrical construction industry and involves overseeing solar construction projects from planning to completion.
Civil EngineeringConstructionProject Management
Responsibilities
Independent and autonomous management of solar projects from preconstruction to close out, consistently utilizing company processes and procedures resulting in meeting or exceeding planned profits
Solar Project Preconstruction Preparation and Postconstruction review: Conduct all reviews to determine areas for future improvement
Contract Administration: Maintaining clear and accurate project documentation and records
Delay and Claims Management – Negotiate and resolve all customer concerns
Material and Subcontractor Buyouts - Purchase all materials and buy out all lower-tier subcontractors
Coordinate and manage solar installers, conduct project meetings, and provide weekly progress reports to clients
Project Financial Budget vs. Actuals Management - Create budgets, schedule of values, and monthly billings
Field Productivity Tracking
Prioritize Safety: ensure that the work adheres to all contract conditions, company safety policies, and OSHA requirements
Project Billing and Cashflow Management - Manage all financial aspects of projects through ongoing job forecasting
Change Order Management: Estimate change orders for assigned projects
Project Scheduling
Project Closeout – Accurately manage all project closeout procedures
Take the lead in project planning. Visit project sites; attend project meetings, build trust with field staff and collaborate with site superintendents; coordinate subcontractors
Work closely with Business Development team members providing recommendations on how to enhance and improve building and/or site configuration
Provide site evaluation and due diligence including hiring consultants and evaluating/overseeing when required
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 yrs. experience as a Project Manager in the solar or electrical construction industry
Up to 7 years' experience overseeing solar construction projects from planning to completion
Strong technical knowledge of solar systems, permitting, and compliance
Exceptional stakeholder management skills
Adept at balancing timelines, budgets, and quality
Independent and autonomous management of solar projects from preconstruction to close out
Conduct all reviews to determine areas for future improvement
Maintaining clear and accurate project documentation and records
Negotiate and resolve all customer concerns
Purchase all materials and buy out all lower-tier subcontractors
Coordinate and manage solar installers, conduct project meetings, and provide weekly progress reports to clients
Create budgets, schedule of values, and monthly billings
Field Productivity Tracking
Ensure that the work adheres to all contract conditions, company safety policies, and OSHA requirements
Manage all financial aspects of projects through ongoing job forecasting
Estimate change orders for assigned projects
Project Scheduling
Accurately manage all project closeout procedures
Visit project sites; attend project meetings, build trust with field staff and collaborate with site superintendents; coordinate subcontractors
Provide site evaluation and due diligence including hiring consultants and evaluating/overseeing when required
Willingness to work long hours as needed
Ability to read plans and specifications, understand installation drawings
Estimating capabilities including labor factor analysis and modifications
Microsoft Office Suite proficient, Excel expert
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or construction management or similar field
Computerized estimating experience
Company
LiveWire Construction, Inc.
Welcome to LiveWire Construction, a premier electrical contractor specializing in full-service electrical work.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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