Solar Project Manager

Melink Solar LLC•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Melink Solar, a leading commercial solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company specializing in designing and building solar arrays, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to join our growing team. Our Project Managers support solar projects by planning, directing, and coordinating all activities of solar installation projects from start to finish, ensuring that schedules, budgets, customer and Melink Solar requirements are followed. This position will report to the Melink Solar Director of Operations.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations
Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment
Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays
Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems
Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings
Bachelor's degree (BA) from a four-year college or university; or three+ years related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Must have superior customer service skills (i.e., excellent written and verbal communication skills, high emotional intelligence, positive attitude, and a service leadership philosophy)
Proven problem-solving record desired
Able to demonstrate a high level of integrity, and a penchant for high quality
Must possess a strong work ethic and a high level of self-accountability
Proficient with MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, and/or Smartsheets
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers
Must be willing to work on ladders and man-lifts

Nice To Haves

PMP or like certifications preferred
NABCEP certification preferred
Electrical Engineering experience preferred
Solar PV system maintenance or design experience is a plus
Confidence in working with high-voltage AC & DC circuitry
Experience with ERP (Sage) systems desired

Responsibilities

Review and approve budgets before proposals are delivered to clients
Draft, review, and deliver AIA Contracts to sub-contractors
Establish work plan and staffing for each phase of the project and arrange for recruitment or assignment of project personnel
Confer with internal and external project stakeholders to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority
Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure the project progresses on schedule and within the prescribed budget.
Provide a monthly forecast of Revenue/COGS, based on project schedule
Prepare project status reports for management, client, or others. Regularly meeting with clients and relevant stakeholders
Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems
Coordinate project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies
Serve as the primary liaison for respective region to Business Development Manager, Project Engineer, Customers, Internal and External Resources, and Management regarding all project-related items.
Assist/complete designs of solar PV systems, if the candidate possesses electrical engineering background
On-site supervision as required
Up to 25% travel required
Any other job duties as assigned