Project Manager II – Public Works

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of solar projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budget, and alignment with project scope.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and field personnel.

• Act as the primary liaison for clients, contractors, utilities, and public agencies.

• Facilitate weekly project meetings, which include status updates and three-week forecasts.

• Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules and budgets utilizing Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, and Procore.

• Conduct regular site inspections to assess progress, safety compliance, and the achievement of milestones.

• Supervise project documentation, permitting, and compliance obligations.

• Prequalify subcontractors and assist in the development of the bidding list.

• Ensure accuracy in project-related accounts payable and receivable.

• Assist in estimating during the preconstruction and bidding stages.

• Lead project commissioning, closeout, and the handoff to clients.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing renewable energy or construction projects from initiation to closeout.

• Proven track record of managing scope, schedule, and budget across several projects.

• Experience in coordinating field teams and subcontractors.

• Working knowledge of construction sequencing, budgeting, and permitting processes.

• Familiarity with solar PV systems, project lifecycles, and utility interconnections.

• Proficient in Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Procore, and the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Capability to navigate active job sites, climb stairs/ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites.

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

• Preferred experience with Public Works projects, DSA projects, and government-funded or incentive-based projects.

🏝️ Benefits

• Options for Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.

• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 3.5%.

• Life insurance paid for by the company.

• Reimbursement for cell phone expenses.

• Accrue 2 weeks of paid time off (PTO).

• Sick leave.

• 6 paid holidays.