EPC Project Manager, Utility Scale Solar; Tonopah, AZ

Job Description Summary

The EPC Project Manager will be responsible for the management of all aspects of utility-scale solar projects, including project planning, budgeting, buyout, project controls/reporting, scheduling, risk management, etc. The Project Manager will also provide both leadership and technical expertise internally and externally for project success. This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Tonopah, AZ and will require travel. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

• In partnership with superintendent team, plan, execute, and take responsibility for significant scopes of self-performed work, managing very large labor crews. Plan sequencing, crew‑sizes, productivity goals, and monthly labor spend. Execute work and track actual results, adjusting and refining forecasts to reflect actual production.

• Work with Superintendent to develop safety plans and to implement safety procedures.

• Oversee preparation of project billings; seek to maximize cash flow in and reduce pay cycles through diligent & strategic billing preparation. Prioritize the collection of aged receivables and review their status regularly in Owner meetings and conversations.

• Present and negotiate change orders with owner for timely resolution.

• Negotiate cost‑effective subcontract and material purchases.

• Set up and implement job procedures and techniques to assure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material delivery.

• Keep project on schedule.

• Maintain timely and accurate reporting to management, particularly with regard to cost forecasting and estimated cost at completion.

• Manage, train, and supervise project team according to Company policy; act as mentor to younger employees to encourage professional growth and career development.

• Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract terms.

• Supervise documentation of all significant project events, e.g., accidents, delays, Change Orders.

• Direct preconstruction services and activities.

• Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontract bid packages.

• Effectively manage project risk; evaluate probability and severity of risk events as they are identified / anticipated and prepare mitigation plans with project team and SOLV operations management.

• Maintain quality control (integrity and excellence of completed project), including development and implementation of Site‑Specific Quality Management Plan (SSQMP).

• Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict.

• Complete all job close‑out procedures.

• Conduct warranty follow‑up (typical 2‑year warranty period).

• Complete project with full or enhanced fee.

• Develop and maintain good relationship with Owner, Architect and Subcontractors; develop strategies and skills to build a strong partnership with the Owner, while still ensuring prompt owner notification of impacts and preservation of rights per the Prime Contract.

• Extensive coordination with material suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and to develop solutions to logistical and supply‑chain challenges.

• Negotiate and coordinate with local Contract Labor Provider to ensure sufficient manpower resources at most competitive commercial terms.

• Organize and lead regular meetings with Owner, and key project partners.

• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Field construction management experience (5‑8 years, including supervisory skills).

• Leadership ability – able to pull together team members from diverse backgrounds in a remote environment and organize them into a cohesive, high‑performing project team.

• Strong computer skills with MS Office suite, as well as other industry‑standard tools, such as Bluebeam Revu. CMiC experience a plus.

• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.

• Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating).

• Strong understanding of:

  • Utility‑scale PV plant construction means, methods, sequencing, and techniques.
  • Understanding of utility & ISO interconnection sequence & durations.

• Able to…