Project Manager
- Solar Energy Systems at National Solar Technologies Project Manager
- Solar Energy Systems at National Solar Technologies in Lancaster, New York Posted in 1 day ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Project Manager
- Solar Energy Systems National Solar Technologies | Depew, NY (Buffalo Area) | $90,000
- $110,000/year National Solar Technologies, a growing solar installer in suburban Buffalo, NY, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Solar Project Manager to join our team and drive successful commercial solar installations from design through commissioning.
What You'll Do As our Solar Project Manager, you'll be the central hub connecting sales, engineering, installation teams, and customers to deliver exceptional solar projects.
Your day-to-day includes:
Site Assessment & Design:
Perform site surveys and use solar design software (Helioscope preferred) to analyze and optimize system layouts
Project Planning:
Research, evaluate, and select materials and components; create comprehensive bills of materials for each project
Stakeholder Coordination:
Work seamlessly with local agencies, municipalities, utilities, subcontractors, vendors, and installation crews to keep projects on track
Technical Leadership:
Review solar energy system drawings and schematics; provide technical support during design and installation phases
Customer & Team Communication:
Meet with customers, subcontractors, and crews at job sites; perform commissioning and ensure smooth handoffs
Process Optimization:
Collaborate with engineers, sales staff, and field teams to optimize costs, productivity, and customer satisfaction while maintaining safety standards
What We're Looking For Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with technical installation on commercial solar systems
- Strong ability to read and understand solar energy system drawings and schematics
- Excellent communication and coordination skills across multiple stakeholder groups
- Detail-oriented with strong project management capabilities
Preferred:
- 2 or 4-year Technical Degree
- Experience with Helioscope or similar solar design software (Aurora, PVsyst)
- Background managing commercial solar projects from 50kW to multi-MW scale
- Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and AHJ permitting.
Why Join National Solar Technologies?
Competitive Compensation:
$90,000
Comprehensive Benefits:
Health insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off
Growth Opportunity:
Be part of a growing team in the expanding commercial solar market
Impactful Work:
Help businesses transition to clean energy while building a sustainable future
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Location:
166 Taylor Drive, Depew, NY 14043 (In-person)