Project Manager - Utility Solar

Position Summary

The Project Manager — Utility Solar supports the Senior Project Manager in the day-to-day commercial and administrative management of one or more utility-scale solar (and where applicable, BESS) construction projects. This role executes the risk management, change management, contract/deliverable tracking, and reporting processes established by the Senior Project Manager, and serves as a key coordination point between field leadership, engineering/procurement, and project controls. This is a hands-on execution role and a development track toward Senior Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management

- Maintain and update the project risk register under direction of the Senior Project Manager, including tracking status, mitigation actions, and owners for identified risks.

- Monitor field, procurement, and schedule activity for emerging risks (delays, supply chain, subcontractor performance, interconnection issues) and report them promptly to the Senior Project Manager.

- Support risk review meetings by preparing data, updates, and documentation.

- Track and follow up on assigned risk mitigation action items to closure.

Change Management

- Prepare, log, and track change order documentation (scope description, pricing backup, schedule impact) for review and approval by the Senior Project Manager.

- Maintain the project change log, ensuring accurate status (submitted, pending, approved, rejected) and running totals.

- Draft notice letters and change requests per contract requirements, for Senior Project Manager review prior to submission.

- Coordinate with field leadership and subcontractors to gather backup documentation supporting change orders and claims.

Contract & Deliverable Management

- Track contractual deliverables (submittals, schedules, permits, insurance/bonding certificates, interconnection milestones, closeout documents) and maintain the deliverable log/tracker.

- Follow up with internal teams and subcontractors to ensure deliverables are submitted on time; escalate delays to the Senior Project Manager.

- Assist in reviewing subcontracts and purchase orders for scope, schedule, and compliance alignment with the prime contract.

- Support subcontractor billing/pay application review and compliance documentation (insurance, lien waivers, etc.).

Reporting

- Prepare regular (weekly/monthly) project status report inputs for review by the Senior Project Manager prior to distribution.

- Maintain schedule, cost, and milestone tracking data in project management systems.

- Support preparation of client/owner-facing reports and internal leadership dashboards.

- Assist with cost-to-complete and forecast data gathering in coordination with project controls/accounting.

Cross-Functional Coordination

- Coordinate with field leadership (Area/Senior/Assistant Superintendents, Foremen) to align project execution with schedule, budget, and contractual requirements.

- Liaise with procurement, engineering, and commissioning teams to track material and equipment deliveries against project milestones.

- Support the Senior Project Manager in coordination with the Electrical Manager on technical scope and procurement issues, and with the Project Executive on client/owner matters as directed.

Team Support

- Supervise and mentor Project Engineers and Project Coordinators assigned to the project.

- Review and quality-check subordinate work products (submittal logs, RFIs, tracking sheets) before submission to the Senior Project Manager.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum 4–6+ years of project management/project engineering experience in construction, with experience in utility-scale solar (or comparable large-scale EPC/energy infrastructure) projects preferred.

- Working knowledge of construction contract structures, change order processes, and deliverable tracking.

- Experience maintaining risk registers, logs, or trackers on active construction projects.

- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through on documentation.

- Proficiency with project management and reporting tools (Procore, MS Project, Primavera, or similar) and Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects.

- Exposure to projects using both union and non-union labor.

- PMP certification (or in progress).

- Familiarity with interconnection/utility coordination processes.

Why Join Hays Electrical Services?

At Hays Electrical Services, you’re joining a team that values professionalism, accountability, and growth. As part of our Marketing and Communications team, you’ll play a hands-on role in capturing and sharing the work, people, and culture that power our continued success.

Benefits Include: 
- Competitive salary based on experience 
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 
- Generous paid time off and company holidays 
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive, fast-paced environment 
- Hays Electrical Services, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any status protected by applicable law. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.