Construction Project Manager

OE Solar • Albuquerque, NM

5d • $100,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle execution of solar PV, BESS and commercial EV charging infrastructure projects, including engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), commissioning, and handover. This role ensures safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery while meeting all contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in EPC project management within renewable energy, power, or infrastructure.
• Proven experience delivering solar PV and/or EV charging infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, utility coordination, and construction practices.
• Experience with budget management, cost control, and contract execution.
• Proficiency in Excel, and project reporting tools.
• Willingness to travel and manage remote project sites.

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification preferred
• MBA a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end EPC project delivery for solar PV and commercial EV charging (Level 2 & DC fast charging) installations.
• Manage all phases: project development support, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules (engineering, procurement, construction, interconnection).
• Establish and control project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow, and margin performance (P&L ownership).
• Ensure compliance with EPC contracts, scope, change orders, and risk management plans.
• Drive HSE (Health, Safety & Environmental) compliance, QA/QC standards, and site safety culture.
• Serve as the primary client interface and lead stakeholder communications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams (civil, structural, electrical, power systems, SCADA/controls).
• Oversee design and installation of Solar PV systems (modules, trackers/racking, inverters, transformers, substations) and EV charging infrastructure (chargers, switchgear, panel upgrades, utility interconnection, load management systems).
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, utility interconnection standards, and AHJ requirements.
• Support load studies, site assessments, energy modeling, and system optimization.
• Lead value engineering, constructability reviews, and design optimization efforts.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for PV equipment and EV charging hardware.
• Manage procurement of modules, inverters, EV chargers, transformers, switchgear, and BOS components.
• Lead RFP/RFQ processes, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and vendor selection.
• Build and maintain relationships with OEMs, EPC subcontractors, and charging network providers.
• Monitor supplier performance, logistics, lead times, and supply chain risk mitigation.
• Oversee site construction activities, including civil work, electrical installation, and system integration.
• Manage installation of Piles, racking, PV modules, Underground/overhead electrical systems, EV charging stations, conduit runs, trenching, and electrical upgrades.
• Lead subcontractor coordination, field teams, and daily site operations.
• Conduct site inspections, progress tracking, and issue resolution.
• Oversee commissioning, testing, energization, and punch list completion.
• Manage deployment of fleet, workplace, and public EV charging projects.
• Coordinate with utilities on service upgrades, load capacity, and demand charges.
• Implement networked charging solutions, software platforms, and payment systems.
• Ensure compliance with ADA requirements, permitting, and local/state incentive programs.
• Support integration with renewable energy systems and energy storage (BESS) where applicable.
• Act as primary point of contact for clients, utilities, AHJs, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide executive-level reporting on schedule, cost, risk, and performance KPIs.
• Manage cross-functional coordination with development, finance, legal, and O&M teams.
• Lead project meetings, progress reviews, and client presentations.
• Lead, mentor, and allocate project teams, site managers, and subcontractors.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and best practices in EPC delivery.
• Support business development, bid strategy, and proposal preparation.
• Implement risk management frameworks, change management, and contract administration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior