Residential Solar Project Manager & Technical Designer

Namaste Solar

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We're not just selling solar. We're building a brand that is transforming energy and transforming business. As an employee-owned cooperative, a Certified B Corp, and one of the longest-running solar companies in Colorado, we believe that business can be a force for good in our economies and our communities. People come to Namaste Solar with a desire to align their work and their values. And, we're not the only ones that believe in our employee-owned business model. We've been awarded B Corp's Best for Workers and Outside Magazine's Best Places to Work 8+ years in a row. Namaste Solar is an employee-owned solar company focused on delivering high-quality renewable energy solutions while treating people with respect and care. We operate with an ownership mindset, prioritize safety and lead through collaboration and distributed leadership. The Residential Solar Project Manager and Designer is responsible for the design and implementation of residential photovoltaic (PV), PV plus storage projects and storage only retrofit projects, including specification of code compliant system components and installation requirements; preparation of design and permitting documentation; and coordination with crews performing the installation work; coordinating and maintaining relationships with sub-contractors. The project manager is responsible for translating a sold project into a built structure as close to the customer expectations as practically achievable and coordinating with team members and installation crews to achieve our team goals while attaining our goals of safe and high-quality PV installations. The Project Manager works collaboratively with team members to ensure that each project is properly managed from post-sale through permission to operate.

Requirements

Electrical licensure or NABCEP certification required (PVIP and/or ESIP).
Strong understanding of PV system design including ESS (batteries) (Tesla and Enphase experience preferred).
Strong knowledge of NEC code and residential building standards.
Familiarity with jurisdictional requirements for PV and ESS design.
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to read and interpret electrical and structural blueprints.
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
Proficient in: Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Visio, AutoCad, Scanifly, Sitecapture and Salesforce
Detail oriented and analytical
Strong technical communication skills
Team player with positive outlook
Enjoys technical design and problem solving
Strong follow-through and time management skills

Nice To Haves

Engineering Degree
Experience installing PV or ESS systems

Responsibilities

Conduct site visits and utilize site visit information to confirm the sales design and validate components (e.g. array layout, gear and conduit locations, structural needs, jurisdictional requirements, and material needs).
Manage the change order process swiftly with sales when required, including service changes, monitoring choices, array layout changes, rafter upgrades, etc.
Finalize system designs, oversee AHJ and utility approvals, outline safety and equipment needs, and estimate resources required for installation.
Complete the Bill of Material (BOM) prior to permitting and notify warehouse and procurement staff of special material and tool needs.
Work with the Operations Manager and Install Managers on resource planning, forecasting, and other operational needs.
Participate in new product evaluation conversations and stay current on required manufacturer trainings and certifications.
Assist the Residential Sales team with site visits and design questions.
Conduct field visits and be available during mobilization to ensure quality and resolve issues.
Maintain customer satisfaction through clear communication, managing expectations, and timely project delivery.
Ensure project documentation is up to date in the project management database and escalate issues when necessary.
Initiate permission to operate communication and ensure successful project turn on.
Design and deliver ops design packet to the design team in a timely manner.
Assemble PM Report for installation team and ensure updates are available to the crew if changes are made after work order is created.
Participate continual process improvements, efficiency measures, and best practices conversations.
Keeps all aspects of the project up to date in project management database.
Troubleshoot and resolve project related issues, escalating when necessary.
Provide technical support to the Sales, Service, Installation, and Field Tech Teams
Foster a collaborative team spirit and work collaboratively with PMs and Field Techs to share resources and time to achieve departmental goals.