Commercial Project Engineer

Solar Gain Inc • Tucson, AZ

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Solar Gain is looking for an experienced Solar Project Manager to lead commercial and utility-scale solar projects across California and Arizona. This role is perfect for someone who thrives both in the field and behind the schedule—about 50% of your time will be spent onsite ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on budget.

If you love solar, leadership, and the occasional road trip with a hard hat… keep reading.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience managing solar or renewable energy construction projects
• Strong understanding of EPC workflows, permitting, and field operations
• Proven ability to manage timelines, budgets, and subcontractors
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Comfortable traveling frequently across CA and AZ
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Procore, Smartsheet, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• NABCEP certification
• Experience with utility-scale or battery storage projects
• OSHA 30 certification
• A knack for solving problems before they become “surprises”

Responsibilities

• Manage solar project execution from kickoff through commissioning
• Spend approximately 50% of your time at job sites throughout CA and AZ
• Coordinate contractors, engineers, inspectors, and internal teams
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, procurement, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, permitting, and quality requirements
• Lead progress meetings and serve as the main point of contact for stakeholders
• Identify risks early and keep projects moving forward smoothly

Benefits

• Competitive salary + travel support
• Opportunity to work on impactful clean energy projects
• Collaborative, mission-driven team
• Room to grow in a rapidly expanding industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed