Project Manager II - Commercial Solar
About The Position
MARS Energy Solutions is seeking a Project Manager II (PM II) to lead the execution of solar projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role is responsible for managing scope, schedule, and budget while driving coordination across engineering, procurement, and field operations. The PM II serves as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and with strong operational oversight. MARS Energy Solutions is headquartered in Wheeling, IL. This position requires up to 25% travel. Project assignments may be located throughout Illinois and the Midwest region. MARS Energy provides travel accommodation in accordance with company policy. Depending on project location and travel distance, employees may qualify for company paid lodging, per diem, and/or mileage reimbursement.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience managing renewable energy or construction projects from kickoff through closeout
- Demonstrated ownership of scope, schedule, and budget across multiple projects
- Experience coordinating field teams and subcontractors
- Strong leadership and communication skills across field and office teams
- Working knowledge of construction sequencing, budgeting, and permitting processes
- Familiarity with solar PV systems, project lifecycles, and utility interconnections
- Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Solution-oriented with strong problem-solving capability
Nice To Haves
- Public Works project experience, including agency compliance and reporting
- DSA (Division of the State Architect) project experience
- Experience with government-funded or incentive-based projects
Responsibilities
- Lead the full lifecycle of solar projects, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to scope
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and field crews
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, utilities, and public agencies
- Facilitate weekly project meetings, including status updates and 3-week lookaheads
- Build and manage detailed project schedules and budgets (Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Procore)
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, safety compliance, and milestone completion
- Oversee project documentation, permitting, and compliance requirements
- Prequalify subcontractors and support bid list development
- Manage project-related accounts payable and receivable accuracy
- Support estimating during preconstruction and bidding phases
- Lead project commissioning, closeout, and client handoff
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
- 401(k) with up to 3.5% company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Accrue 2 weeks of PTO
- Sick time
- 6 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
