Sr. Project Manager - Community Solar

MARS Energy

$100K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of commercial solar project management experience
  • 4+ years of construction management experience
  • 2+ years of electrical experience
  • Experience supporting or mentoring fellow Project Managers preferred
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project tracking systems
  • Electrical License strongly preferred
  • Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record required

Responsibilities

  • Manage projects from post-contract through utility PTO
  • Oversee scope, schedule, and budgets for multiple projects
  • Maintain accurate project tracking in ERP and internal systems
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to meet timelines
  • Communicate with customers and stakeholders during the project lifecycle
  • Review schedules and contracts for alignment with requirements
  • Support and oversee other Project Managers across active projects
  • Identify and resolve risks, delays, and gaps in projects
  • Assist in workload balancing across projects and PMs
  • Serve as an escalation point for project challenges
  • Travel to local job sites as needed (up to 20%)

Benefits

  • 401(k) with up to 3.5% match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off plus 6 paid holidays
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Flex Friday option to work from home
  • Team building events
Full Job Description
Senior Project Manager

MARS Energy Solutions | Wheeling, IL (On-site)

Job Summary

MARS Energy Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the execution of commercial and industrial solar projects from post-contract through completion. In addition to managing projects, this role will oversee and support other Project Managers, helping drive consistency, accountability, and overall project performance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage assigned projects from post-contract through utility PTO
  • Oversee scope, schedule, and budgets across multiple active projects
  • Maintain accurate project tracking in ERP and internal systems
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to meet project timelines
  • Communicate with customers and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
  • Review project schedules, contracts, and key milestones to ensure alignment with project requirements
  • Oversee and support Project Managers across active projects
  • Promote consistency in project execution, communication, and reporting
  • Identify risks, delays, and gaps and support resolution
  • Assist in prioritization and workload balancing across projects and PMs
  • Serve as a point of escalation for project challenges impacting timeline, budget, or customer satisfaction
  • Travel to local job sites as needed to support project execution (up to 20%)

Qualifications
  • 4+ years commercial solar project management experience
  • 4+ years construction management experience
  • 2+ years electrical experience
  • Experience supporting or mentoring other Project Managers preferred
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project tracking systems
  • Electrical License strongly preferred
  • Valid driver's license and clean MVR required (company vehicle use)
  • Ability to travel to local job sites up to 20%

Benefits
  • 401(k) with up to 3.5% match
  • Medical, dental, and vision, insurance
  • Life insurance paid for by company
  • Paid time off + 6 Paid Holidays
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Flex Friday- option to work from home on Fridays
  • Team building events

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