Project Manager

Strategic Position Overview

This Project Manager position owns the execution of commercial solar EPC projects from pre-construction through final delivery, with accountability for schedule performance, budget control, subcontractor coordination, and client satisfaction. The role serves as the central operational leader connecting engineering, field operations, business development, subcontractors, and customers throughout the project lifecycle. Success requires managing multiple concurrent projects while maintaining financial visibility, contractual compliance, and execution consistency. This individual directly influences project profitability, customer retention, and overall operational performance.

Project Manager - Job Description

Location: Cincinnati, OH
Industry: Construction
Compensation Range: $90,000 - $140,000 + Bonus
Employment Structure: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

This position leads the planning, execution, and delivery of commercial solar construction projects across multiple phases of development and installation. The role is responsible for managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, client communication, and regulatory coordination while ensuring projects remain aligned with operational and financial objectives. Acting as the primary point of accountability, this individual drives project execution from contract award through closeout. The position reports directly to operational leadership and supports continued growth within a specialized renewable energy construction environment.

What You'll Do

• Review and approve project budgets prior to client proposal delivery
• Develop, review, and administer AIA contracts with subcontractors
• Establish project execution plans, staffing requirements, and resource allocation strategies
• Coordinate activities between internal stakeholders, customers, subcontractors, and engineering teams
• Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics
• Provide monthly revenue and cost forecasting based on project milestones
• Deliver project status reporting to leadership and clients
• Resolve technical, contractual, scheduling, and field execution challenges
• Coordinate permitting, inspections, and compliance activities with regulatory agencies
• Serve as the primary project liaison for customers and internal departments
• Support solar PV system design activities when technical qualifications allow
• Conduct site visits and oversee field execution activities as required
• Travel up to 25% in support of project delivery

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and project management experience
• Minimum three years of project management experience within construction, EPC, energy, electrical, or related industries
• Strong understanding of contracts, project budgets, schedules, specifications, and construction documentation
• Ability to read and interpret engineering, architectural, and construction drawings
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and/or Smartsheet
• Working knowledge of commercial construction project delivery methodologies
• Ability to work around high-voltage AC and DC electrical systems
• Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and active construction sites
• PMP certification preferred
• NABCEP certification preferred
• Experience with solar PV systems, electrical construction, or renewable energy projects preferred
• ERP experience, including Sage, preferred

Why This Role Stands Out

• Direct ownership of commercial solar EPC projects from planning through commissioning
• Exposure to engineering, construction, financial forecasting, and client-facing responsibilities
• Opportunity to manage technically complex renewable energy infrastructure projects
• High level of operational autonomy with visibility to executive leadership