Project Manager - Commercial Solar & Energy (EPC)

Project Manager - Commercial Solar & Energy (EPC) AlphaHire - 5.0 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $125,000 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Regulatory inspections Construction subcontractor management 7 years Construction schedule coordination Construction project management Regulatory compliance Schedule management Construction team management Renewable energy project experience Working on electrical projects Budgeting Senior level Permitting phase involvement Regulatory compliance management Solar energy Full Job Description We are hiring a Project Manager to lead commercial solar and energy projects across the Los Angeles market. This role is focused on full lifecycle execution, including permitting, utility coordination, and field operations. You will take ownership of projects from preconstruction through PTO (Permission to Operate), working directly with utilities, jurisdictions, and field teams. This is a high-impact role designed for someone who can run projects independently, reduce operational bottlenecks, and drive execution without heavy oversight. Responsibilities Manage commercial solar and energy projects from preconstruction through PTO Lead permitting, inspections, and utility interconnection processes Interface directly with utilities and jurisdictions, including LADWP and Southern California Edison (SCE) Oversee field crews, subcontractors, and project schedules across multiple active jobs Review and interpret electrical drawings, plans, and project specifications Own project timelines, budgets, and overall execution Identify and resolve technical and operational issues impacting delivery Maintain accurate project documentation and internal reporting Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards Requirements 7+ years of project management experience in commercial solar, renewable energy, or electrical construction Direct experience managing commercial (C&I) solar or energy projects — not residential-only Strong knowledge of LADWP, Southern California Edison (SCE), or local utility processes Proven ability to manage projects end-to-end with minimal oversight Experience with permitting, inspections, and utility interconnection Ability to read and interpret electrical and construction plans Experience managing field teams and multiple concurrent projects Background in solar EPC, electrical contracting, or energy infrastructure strongly preferred Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Health insurance Retirement plan options Paid time off Additional company-sponsored benefits