Site Manager

Location: Virginia, United States

Work Structure: Fully onsite and field-based; travel to solar project sites 5 days per week. Remote or hybrid work is NOT available.

The Opportunity

Our client is a leading independent power producer that develops, constructs, owns, and operates renewable energy projects in the U.S. and internationally.

We are seeking a Site Manager to oversee utility-scale solar construction projects across Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region . The Site Manager will manage daily field operations and coordinate contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily site activities, crews, subcontractors, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, schedule, and safety compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, inspectors, consultants, and project teams.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, site reports, and documentation.
• Resolve construction, design, weather, and supply issues.
• Support budgets, estimating, subcontractor management, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and OSHA requirements.

Requirements

• 4+ years of construction management experience , preferably in utility-scale solar or renewable energy.
• General contractor experience is also considered.
• Knowledge of solar construction, scheduling, estimating, and subcontractor management.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar tools .
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.

Travel & Work Requirements

This is a 100% field-based role , requiring travel to active solar project sites 5 days per week throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region. Occasional weekend work may be required based on project needs.