Solar Project Manager

Employer undisclosedRole managed by a recruiter

Oversee full lifecycle of NY C&I ground‑mount solar projects from contract to closeout.

1 months ago ago

Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)

Full Time

Buffalo, NY

Field

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Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, Piper Maddox has grown into a global clean-energy recruitment specialist.
Born to serve the renewable transition, it places professionals in solar, wind, storage, hydrogen, and e-mobility projects.
Their footprint spans major clean-tech hubs: UK, Benelux, Nordics, DACH, North America, and now expanding in Miami.
They maintain niche divisions—solar, storage, hydrogen—each led by dedicated specialists, delivering deep domain hiring.

Role

Description

project scheduling

procurement management

drawing development

safety enforcement

subcontractor coordination

permit management

Maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality standards across multiple active sites
Manage procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractor packages
Collaborate with internal engineering and design teams to develop and refine construction drawing sets
Monitor and enforce job site safety in accordance with OSHA and company standards
Lead and manage all aspects of solar project delivery from contract execution through closeout
Coordinate and lead subcontractor activity on-site
Lead client communication and project meetings; serve as point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
Oversee project closeout and ensure operations & maintenance manuals are completed
Track and report on budget vs. actual costs and address potential risk factors proactively
Ensure permit applications, interconnection requirements, and inspection processes are completed

Requirements

solar

epc

osha

project management

5+ years

travel

As part of their ongoing expansion, they are now seeking a skilled Project Manager to take full ownership of projects from contract execution through closeout, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

Proven background managing C&I ground-mount solar projects (ideally within an EPC environment)
Open to candidates from electrical contractor backgrounds with relevant site management experience
Ability to travel to project sites across New York State as needed
Familiarity with OSHA regulations, permitting, and utility interconnection processes
5+ years of experience in construction project management (solar or electrical construction strongly preferred)