Project Manager — Solar Construction

Job overview

The Project Manager role is onsite in Charlottesville, VA, with periodic travel to project sites primarily in Virginia and neighboring states. Compensation is not specified. Sun Tribe designs and builds utility-scale solar photovoltaic facilities, prioritizing safety, quality, and environmental stewardship. The role coordinates project execution from preconstruction through closeout, managing schedules, resources, risks, changes, and project performance. It supports successful delivery by coordinating subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams while tracking budgets, compliance, commissioning, and closeout.

What you'll do

• Lead assigned solar construction projects through preconstruction, execution, and closeout
• manage schedules, budgets, risks, resources, and changes
• coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and consultants
• support permitting and regulatory compliance
• track performance and corrective actions
• coordinate interconnection, commissioning, meetings, and reporting
• mentor junior team members as applicable.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project manager

solar construction

solar epc

charlottesville va

project delivery

budget management

scheduling

subcontractor coordination

permitting

procore

project-site travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• life and disability insurance
• paid time off
• volunteer days
• employee assistance program.

Why this role

Periodic project-site travel, typically at least monthly depending on assignments; some evening or weekend work may be required.

About the employer

Sun Tribe is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction. Sector: 23.