Construction Project Manager or Project Executive (Senior PM) - Solar and BESS / Renewables - Nationwide Opportunities!

CEI Services•Irving, TX

20h•$130,000 - $185,000•Remote

About The Position

We’re looking for a Construction Project Manager or Project Executive (Senior Project Manager) to lead utility-scale solar projects across the U.S. In this role, you’ll not only manage complex construction efforts but also mentor and empower project teams, fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and innovation. As a key leader in our growing renewables division, you’ll partner with energy clients nationwide to deliver high-impact storage solutions that support grid resilience and decarbonization. Your ability to lead multiple concurrent projects, develop talent, and drive results will be instrumental in shaping the future of clean energy infrastructure. This is a remote position and may be based anywhere within the United States. The role supports projects nationwide and requires regular travel to project sites, with an expected baseline of approximately 50% travel. Additional onsite presence will be required during project start-up, critical execution phases, and when project performance metrics, operational objectives, or business needs are not being achieved. Employees in this role are expected to maintain the flexibility necessary to provide increased field support as required to ensure successful project outcomes. This position is eligible for a vehicle allowance and a company credit card to cover approved business-related travel expenses.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of five years of construction Industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management
Experience in project management on utility scale renewables projects such as Solar, BESS or wind preferred, experience in project management on EPC or other large scale construction projects such as experience working for a heavy general contractor will be considered
Additional experience leading multiple large projects, ideally in utility scale solar or renewables project environments, for Project Executive level position
Willingness and ability to work to travel a minimum 50% of the time and be at job sites as needed to ensure key projects metrics are achieved
Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward company’s Zero Injury principles
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Primavera, Timberline, and Construction Software
Ability to read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations
Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities
Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers and the general public
Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Responsibilities

Assure project abides by all environmental safety awareness and compliance
Support and further the company culture, values, Key Results and quality management
Document and communicate project progress, performance, and issues to all stakeholders
Provide day to day direction and oversight of project resources (staff, equipment, subcontractors) and materials
Successfully integrate resources, activities, and deliverables as outlined in the Project Execution Plan
Own the project budget, cost, forecast, and schedule
Provide successful management of all contract documents, risks and changes throughout the project
Project Integration Management: manage the processes and activities needed to identify, define, combine, unify, and coordinate the various processes and project management activities within the project
Project Scope management: Responsible for the processes required to ensure that the project includes all the work required, and only the work required, to complete the project successfully
Project Time Management: track and monitor the processes required to manage the timely completion of the project
Project Cost Management: work collaboratively with support and operations teams to successfully manage the planning, estimating, budgeting, financing, funding, managing, and cost controls so that the project can be completed within the approved budget
Project Quality Management: establish and support the processes and activities of the performing organization that determine quality policies, objectives, and responsibilities so that the project will satisfy the needs for which it was undertaken
Project Human Resource Management: organize, manage, and lead the project team
Project Communications Management: ensure timely and appropriate planning, collection, creation, distribution, storage, retrieval, management, control, monitoring, and the ultimate disposition of project information
Project Risk Management: Conduct risk management planning, identification, analysis, response planning, and controlling risk on project
Project Procurement Management: purchase or acquire products, services, or results needed from outside the project team. Processes in this area include Procurement Planning, Solicitation Planning, Solicitation, Source Selection, Contract Administration, and Contract Closeout
Project Stakeholder Management: identify all people or organizations impacted by the project, analyzing stakeholder expectations and impact on the project, and developing appropriate management strategies for effectively engaging stakeholders in project decisions and execution
Invest time and effort in enhancing apprentices’ skills and knowledge – champion the process
Provide positive environment to support coaching and mentoring of apprentices
Commit to accurate classification to ensure PWA (Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship) compliance when applicable
Commit to involving PWA (Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship) team prior to subcontract negotiations
Ensure documents in regards to discipline for apprentices gets completely filled out and submitted to HR and PWA team for DOL purposes
Issue PWA non-compliance notices following alerts from PWA (Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship) team
Full responsibility of PWA compliance execution through partnering with PWA (Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship) team
Ensure the CMIII keeps the Apprentice/Journeyman pairings updated and sent to Apprenticeship team weekly
Submit PWA deliverables to the Owner
Disperse and delegate all PWA questions to the appropriate subject matter experts while ensuring all questions get answered timely
Oversee multiple projects and maintain prime contract with Owner
Foster and maintain Client Relations to get repeat business
Partner with Procurement on subcontractor and supplier awards
Coordinate team for takeoff and bid assembly assignments
Identify key trades for concentration and notify selected subcontractors of bid dates
Ensure quotes are obtained for all trades
Review all bids for their entirety and compliance with contract
Award contracts to subcontractors and establish Job Timing for contract
Finalize the design with the Owner of each project
Partner with Field Operations on staffing needs and scope specific processes
Quote and manage all change order and Owner’s request for extras
Identify, research, and resolve all contract disputes with the Owner
Review the submittal and approval process of the monthly application with the Owner
Collaborate with Sr Safety Manager on any jobsite safety issues
Manage and resolve or assist site leadership (or construction managers) in resolving all conflicts such as failure of subcontractors to perform, failure of materials to arrive, contract disputes and trade conflicts
Review with all the various local agencies to determine final acceptance, which will include release of all bond monies and final Certificate of Occupancy
Review the project and determine acceptability of completed work on an on-going basis
Visit jobsites on ongoing basis, inspecting the work and establishing final punch list
Maintain site coverage between active sites as required
Review labor and equipment analysis of the crew and equipment planners
Oversee project management teams, including Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and Construction Managers
Set and ensure execution of project goals and expectations
Ensure Project Managers successfully execute the duties in their job descriptions

Benefits

Compensation for PM level: $130,000-$160,000 / year, commensurate with experience.
Compensation for Project Executive level: $155,000-$185,000 / year, commensurate with experience.
Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management
Telehealth Coverage
Prescription Drug Plan
Pet Insurance
Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
Accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance
Accident coverage
Critical illness coverage
Hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan
Vehicle allowance
Company credit card