Director, Project Management
Solar Landscape
Lead portfolio of solar EPC projects from NTP to completion ensuring schedule, budget, safety.
3 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Solar Energy Solutions
Energy Efficiency
Design
Consulting
Engineering
Project Management
Turnkey Solutions
Construction Services
Sector Specialisms
Commercial Rooftop Solar
Community Solar
Distributed Generation
Solar Project Development
Energy Storage
Renewable Energy
Clean Energy
Real Estate Partnerships
Role
What you would be doing
project closeout
schedule tracking
financial management
cost control
subcontractor management
data reporting
- Uphold safety standards and enforce quality control measures to maintain project portfolio excellence
- Drive project closeout and handoff to Asset Management from the Project Management team by ensuring projects are meeting utility requirements for interconnection, managing subcontractor closeout, completing commissioning and testing, and developing of turnover packages
- Foster strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and key stakeholders
- Ensure subcontractor compliance with contractual obligations, safety standards, and quality benchmarks
- Manage timelines and resources across project management
- Oversee and track project financial performance, identifying and mitigating financial risks and optimizing opportunities. Responsible for portfolio P&L.
- Collaborate with Procurement to ensure material delivery timelines adhere to project schedules.
- Oversee and track project schedule performance against baseline schedules, ensuring accountability among teams
- Drive portfolio level project management by leading the planning, scheduling, execution, and delivery of all solar EPC projects from NTP through completion
- Monitor project performance metrics. Monitor KPIs to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and customer satisfaction
- Collaborate with Engineering to ensure designs are completed and permits are acquired in line with project schedules
- Lead Project Management teams, offering mentorship and support to managers and staff setting clear and measurable goals for direct reports
- Collaborate with the construction management team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality field execution, with a focus on schedule adherence, site coordination, and material delivery oversight
- Drive cost control and risk mitigation through effective subcontractor management
- Supervise the effective utilization of Solar Landscape’s Business Applications Platform by ensuring timely data entry, and accurate reporting
What you bring
leadership
project management
budgeting
solar tech
bachelor's
communication
- Proven leadership experience managing a large pipeline of projects
- 8+ years of experience in project management within the solar or broader EPC or energy industries
- Budgeting & Financial Acumen
- Strong understanding of solar technologies, engineering, permitting, interconnection, and utility coordination
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
- Training / Professional development opportunities
- Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
- Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
- Paid parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible remote/hybrid work options
- Summer Fridays
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Company
Overview
$1B Capital Invested
Funding Raised
Over $1 billion in capital has been invested to support their solar initiatives across the U.S.
400+ MW Deployed
Solar Capacity
The company has deployed over 400 megawatts of solar energy across commercial rooftops and community sites.
>$847M Financing
Project Funding
The company secured $847 million in project financing in 2024 to expand its solar portfolio.
#1 DOE Prize
Community Solar Recognition
Recognized as the DOE Equitable Community Solar Grand Prize winner in 2023 for their impactful community solar initiatives.
- They develop, build, own and operate solar systems—offering leases, PPAs, EPC and O&M services that require no upfront cost from property owners.
- Their projects span commercial real estate, industrial facilities, municipal buildings, schools and community subscribers in nearby neighborhoods.
- They’ve executed standout pro-bono and workforce initiatives: from school-district solar in Asbury Park to solar installer training programs.
- Drive: Our planet won’t wait. We roll up our sleeves and move quickly.
- Integrity: Our projects exceed the highest design and safety standards, and we do what we say.
- Balance: We take our work seriously. Ourselves? Less so.
- Equity: The sun shines on everyone. And everyone should benefit from solar energy.
400 MW Deployed
Renewable Energy Capacity
This figure represents the significant renewable energy projects completed with substantial capital investment towards sustainable energy initiatives.
100M+ sq ft Leased
Commercial Rooftop Solar
Total commercial rooftops leased for solar energy projects, showcasing a large-scale commitment to solar infrastructure.
$2M+ Annually
Households Savings
Over $2 million saved annually by low- and moderate-income households through community solar initiatives.
$847M Raised
2024 Project Investment
Capital raised in 2024 specifically for project investment and financing needs.
900 individuals
STEP‑UP Program Impact
Through the STEP‑UP program, over 900 individuals from underserved populations have been trained in solar installation.
2,500 individuals
Community Workforce Development
Over 2,500 individuals have been educated through workforce development and community training partnerships.
- No published gender‑specific statistics or formal DEI goals publicly available.
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