Project Manager

Planted•Oakland, CA

9d•$100,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Planted is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead solar projects from LNTP development through pre-construction and construction. This role is ideal for a hands-on project manager who thrives in fast-moving environments, understands the full lifecycle of solar projects, and can coordinate across internal teams and external partners to deliver projects on time and on budget. This person will be responsible for successfully executing on Planted deliverables and timelines during the pre-construction and construction phases. The annual salary range for this full-time position is $100,000 - $135,000 plus stock options and benefits. Pay within the range is based on candidate experience, job-specific skills, education, and work location. The target experience for the position is 4-6 years.

Requirements

4–8 years of experience managing solar (or renewable energy) projects
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
A track record of organization, adaptability, attention to detail, and project management skills
Driven and outcome-oriented. Able to navigate complex or ambiguous project dynamics to deliver results
Hands-on attitude, strong ownership mentality, and resourcefulness
Proven experience delivering commercial or utility-scale solar projects
Strong understanding of solar construction processes and EPC contracts
Experience managing budgets, schedules, and multiple stakeholders simultaneously
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., SmartSheet, MS Project, etc.)
Ability to communicate among construction, technical and non-technical personnel, both internally and outside the company
Inquisitive and not afraid to speak up to get necessary information or input
Eagerness to navigate ambiguity, reduce reasonable risks, and make good decisions with imperfect knowledge
Desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment
Located in the SF Bay Area or willing to relocate for 100% in-person role

Nice To Haves

PMP certification or similar (preferred, not required)
Experience working at a developer, EPC, or IPP

Responsibilities

Manage Planted solar projects ranging from 1 - 200+ MW through development, pre-construction, and construction
Oversee successful completion of Planted’s scope of work on projects from pre-construction engineering deliverables through construction scope completion
Maintain strong relationships with customers and partners
Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets
Ensure on-time execution of key engineering deliverables, like project drawings, layouts, stamped structural packages, and bills of materials
Coordinate with and manage EPCs, engineers, consultants, AHJs, and customers
Oversee contract compliance, change orders, and risk management
Track project milestones and proactively identify and resolve issues
Ensure projects meet quality and safety standards
Coordinate with procurement and supply chain to ensure timely delivery and smooth logistics of material orders
Prepare internal and external project status reports for leadership and partners
Participate in project handoff from business development and to field construction teams
Travel as needed to project sites to support foundation and racking construction to ensure customer satisfaction with Planted products and services
Time manage efficiently across multiple projects