Assistant Project Manager - Solar

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER – SOLAR

Live Wire Construction, Inc. is seeking to fill the role of Assistant Project Manager for our fast‑paced, growing Solar division. This position comes with the opportunity for professional growth and development into a full Project Manager role. Candidates should have a background in Solar or electrical construction industry and experience in project coordination and management. This is a full‑time, salaried position with benefits.

Live Wire Construction, Inc. is conveniently located in Westmont and the South Suburbs with projects that span the state of Illinois.

The ideal candidate for the Solar Assistant Project Manager position at Live Wire Construction, Inc. is a detail‑oriented and results‑driven individual with up to 3 years’ experience assisting, coordinating or supporting solar construction projects from planning to completion. They possess technical knowledge of solar systems, permitting, and compliance, coupled with exceptional stakeholder management skills. They demonstrate strong communication, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving to ensure the successful delivery of solar projects under the guidance of a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager.

• $70k – $85k
• Sign‑on bonus
• STI based on year‑end NP actual vs. budget performance
• Potential for annual individual performance bonus

• Lead the management of solar projects from preconstruction to close out under the guidance of a Senior Portfolio Manager, consistently utilizing company processes and procedures resulting in meeting or exceeding planned profits
• Solar Project Preconstruction Preparation and Postconstruction review:
  Conduct all reviews to determine areas for future improvement
• Contract Administration:
  Maintaining clear and accurate project documentation and records
• Delay and Claims Management – Negotiate and resolve all customer concerns.
• Material and Subcontractor Buyouts - Purchase all materials and buy out all lower‑tier subcontractors
• Coordinate and manage solar installers, conduct project meetings, and provide weekly progress reports to clients.
• Project Financial Budget vs. Actuals Management - Create budgets, schedule of values, and monthly billings.
• Field Productivity Tracking
• Prioritize Safety: ensure that the work adheres to all contract conditions, company safety policies, and OSHA requirements.
• Project Billing and Cashflow Management - Manage all financial aspects of projects through ongoing job forecasting
• Change Order Management:
  Estimate change orders for assigned projects
• Project Scheduling
• Project Closeout – Accurately manage all project closeout procedures
• Take the lead in project planning. Visit project sites; attend project meetings, build trust with field staff and collaborate with site superintendents; coordinate subcontractors
• Work closely with Business Development team members providing recommendations on how to enhance and improve building and/or site configuration.
• Provide site evaluation and due diligence including hiring consultants and evaluating/overseeing when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 1–3 years of experience in solar or electrical construction or project management
• Strong understanding of installation of all electrical systems, specifically PV / DC systems
• Commercial, Healthcare, Institutional, Industrial experience
• Willingness to work travel to job sites and work flexible hours as needed
• Ability to read plans and specifications, understand installation drawings
• Estimating capabilities including labor factor analysis and modifications
• Microsoft Office Suite proficient, Excel expert

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or construction management or similar field preferred.
• Computerized estimating experience is preferred.