Project Manager, Solar PV Due Diligence

As a member of the Solar Due Diligence team, the Project Manager is responsible for managing and executing independent engineering (IE), Owner’s Engineering (OE) and Technical Advisory (TA) services to support the financing, sale, or acquisition of solar PV projects and portfolios.

This role can be hybrid from Northbrook, IL, Albany, NY, Chicago, IL, Houston, TX, Brea, CA, Austin, TX, or remote in the United States.

• Manage high‑profile Independent Engineering, Owner’s Engineering and Technical Advisory projects for project financing, tax equity, sales and acquisitions of Solar PV and portfolios.
• Review commercial and technical contracts, project schedule, project financial model, CAPEX and OPEX costs, site visits and construction monitoring.
• Compile and complete IE, OE and TA reports and summarize key results and conclusions, ensuring a quality of work that meets and exceeds client expectations.
• Manage project schedules, risk tracking and document control for key engineering reviews.
• Support technical review and approval of EPC submittals, change orders, and interface management across multiple work streams.
• Lead coordination between client, Independent Engineer, EPC contractor and internal technical teams to ensure timely delivery of Owner’s Engineering deliverables.
• Prepare proposals detailing scope of work, team, budget and schedule for completion.
• Ensure project deliverables stay on time, on target, and on budget.
• Work with lenders and developers as the main client interface for UL, attending client meetings with lenders and developers as needed.
• Engage clients and internal staff to develop creative solutions to meet client needs; provide exceptional customer service with a focus on growing client relationships.
• Prepare communication plan and related project status reports.
• Facilitate and lead regular status meetings with internal project team, sponsors, and stakeholders.
• Work with multi‑disciplinary teams to identify project risks, barriers, and issues and propose possible solutions and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure the use of best practices and apply lessons learned from previous projects.
• Represent UL at conferences and business development meetings.

• At least 3–5 years of experience as a project manager in renewable energy, which may include wind, solar and/or energy storage due diligence, project development, Owner’s Engineering, construction, equipment supply, operation or mergers and acquisitions.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment to support project financial close with lenders and investors.
• Experience in reviewing financial models is highly desired.
• At least a bachelor’s‑level education and core competence in a relevant field, e.g., mechanical, civil or electrical engineering, construction management, operations and maintenance, commerce, legal, finance.
• Strong written and communication skills along with client‑facing experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment and successfully manage multiple complex projects.

Estimated salary range: $90,000–$115,000, based on job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, geographic location and other factors. Eligible for an annual bonus with a target payout of 10% of the base salary.

Benefits include health (medical, dental, vision), wellness (mental and financial health), 401(k) retirement savings commensurate with standard rewards, and paid time off: vacation (15 days), holidays including floating holidays (12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).