SCADA Project Manager; Remote

Solv Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility‑scale solar, battery storage and high‑voltage substation projects nationwide.

The SCADA Project Manager III leads the execution of complex utility‑scale solar and BESS EPC projects related to SCADA systems. This role has full responsibility for project delivery, including planning, scope management, budgeting, buyout, controls and reporting, scheduling, and risk management. The PM III applies advanced technical expertise and advanced judgment in managing technical, commercial, and execution risks to drive successful project outcomes.

This role is fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

• Successfully manage SCADA scope, schedule, and budget throughout the EPC project lifecycle for utility‑scale solar and BESS projects of high complexity with little to no guidance.
• Interpret SCADA contract requirements and determine scope, compliance, deviations, and change impacts in alignment with SOLV standards.
• Coordinate cross‑functional project teams, including engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and 3rd‑party SCADA providers, by providing task direction, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring alignment with project goals and requirements.
• Lead procurement and subcontract strategy, manage third‑party SCADA subcontractors, and ensure vendor performance on complex scopes.
• Serve as the senior project point of contact for owners, utilities, vendors, and internal SOLV teams.
• Lead system design reviews, commissioning coordination, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities, ensuring technical and contractual alignment.
• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules to ensure SCADA activities do not delay the overall project's critical milestones. Develop and execute recovery and mitigation plans when required.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage technical, commercial, and execution risks, escalating issues when appropriate while driving mitigation strategies.
• Oversee project documentation, including RFIs, change requests, and action tracking, ensuring timely resolution and alignment across stakeholders.
• Work closely with field teams to ensure accurate, timely, and high‑quality installation of SCADA system components.
• Maintain and manage senior‑level relationships with SOLV Energy business partners, clients, and industry vendors.
• Prepare and manage monthly cost reporting and forecasting for assigned projects.
• Reinforce and help drive SOLV best practices in project scheduling, cost tracking, and reporting.
• Apply advanced judgment in managing complex execution conditions and resolving cross‑functional project challenges.
• Lead project closeout and lessons learned, and drive implementation of improvements that enhance future project execution.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of SCADA project management processes, tools, and best practices within OTS/SCADA.
• Stay informed of industry trends, pricing, and competitive dynamics and apply insights to improve project outcomes.

• Successfully deliver complex projects within contracted scope, while managing schedule, budget, and risk.
• Maintain high levels of customer/client and project stakeholder satisfaction, including owners, field teams, and internal SOLV partners, on complex or high‑visibility projects.
• Enable SCADA and network engineers to independently manage their project responsibilities.
• Demonstrate leadership in resolving complex execution challenges related to contracted scope, schedule, and budget.
• Actively promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and execution best practices across PM teams.
• Provide informal mentorship and guidance to Project Managers.
• Support onboarding and development of new PMs through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Drive consistent application of SOLV project management standards and processes.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal partners.

• Proven experience managing…