Director of Project Management, Distributed Generation

Sol Systems is seeking a full-time Distributed Generation Director of Project Management. We are seeking an individual who can successfully manage commercial projects from bid to construction and hand-off to Asset Management. Director of Project Management will work with a wide range of external counterparties and internal teams and will be responsible for delivering projects from pre-NTP stage through Commercial Operation and Final Completion.

Sol Systems is a leading solar energy firm based in Washington, DC, dedicated to building a more sustainable future. Founded in 2008, the company deploys renewable energy infrastructure across the United States, with a specific focus on ensuring that these projects have a positive economic impact on the communities in which they operate. The company has financed or developed over $2 billion of solar energy assets to date. We work with some of the largest corporations in the world to achieve a carbon-free and sustainable future. Sol has been founder-lead throughout its 15 years of operations, and is backed by KKR, one of the largest private equity firms in the world.

Key Responsibilities

Construction responsibilities:

• Successfully administer EPC and PPA contracts to manage contractor budgets, schedules, changes to scope and administrative issues for commercial projects ranging in size from 1 to 10 MWdc.
• Lead project meetings with EPC partners, perform site visits and actively manage installation for quality and safety as Owner and Customer, to ensure system performance and reliability.
• Lead project meetings with Customers.
• Develop and evolve internal processes to more effectively deliver projects.
• Manage 3rdparty contractors/consultants, such as construction managers and engineers, as they work to support delivery efforts.
• Understand how site control, interconnection, permitting, PPA, and incentive issues impact construction risk and execution.
• Understand the PV equipment market for leading module, racking, and inverter equipment types; be able to forecast risks associated with different equipment types and their impact on construction schedules and budgets.
• Versed in EPC Contract commercial terms to represent Owner and mitigate risk during construction.
• Versed in PPA Contract commercial terms to report progress and coordinate milestones with Customer to mitigate concerns and risks.
• Support Business Development in responding to RFPs, creating project schedules, negotiating PPA terms.
• Support Development in addressing Customer questions during the project development phase.
  
  
  

A successful candidate will possess the following competencies, skills and attributes:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years work experience in solar energy, with a focus on rooftops
• On-site or general contracting experience a plus
• Highly organized and deadline oriented with attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Energetic, willing to learn, grow and work with the team
• Highly proficient in project management tools and software, including Procore
• Understanding of solar PV equipment, installation, and industry best practices
• Development and engineering experience a plus
  
  
  

Location & Hours: This is a full-time role; while the position can be remote, candidate can expect to travel to Sol’s Washington, DC headquarters approx. once per month, and to project sites as dictated by project needs.

Commitment & Compensation: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. In addition, Sol Systems provides health insurance, retirement benefits, partial gym reimbursement, education benefits, parental leave, paid vacation, sick and federal holidays, and the opportunity to work in a unique and dynamic environment.

To Apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Applicants that are missing items from this list will not be considered.

Deadline: We hope to hire for this position immediately and will review applicants on a rolling basis.

Sol Systems is an equal-opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on gender, race, ethnicity, orientation, creed, or other traits. Sol Systems supports and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.