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Project Manager - Solar Construction
Project Manager - Solar ConstructionAtwell, LLC • Houston, TX, US
Project Manager - Solar Construction

Project Manager - Solar Construction

Atwell, LLC • Houston, TX, US
11 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards :

  • Nine consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" (#16) by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #10 in the "Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms" in the U.S. by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
  • Recognized in Crains "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
  • Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Project Manager – Renewable Construction (Owner's Office–Based)

About the Role

Atwell's OR / CMS team supports owners and developers on large utility-scale renewable programs—solar PV, wind, BESS, substations, and transmission. We're seeking an Office Project Manager to serve as the day-to-day hub for project controls, engineering coordination, documentation, and risk management from the owner's side, while making targeted site visits to verify progress, quality, and safety.

What You'll Do

  • Owner's Engineering Oversight (office-led)
  • Integrate technical, environmental, schedule, and document-control activities into a cohesive plan.
  • Drive multidisciplinary coordination (electrical, civil, environmental, permitting) to keep deliverables aligned.
  • Project Controls & Commercial Management
  • Build and maintain baselines and updates; track milestones, cash flow, and earned value.
  • Lead RFI / submittal workflows, drawing reviews, comment resolution, and close-out documentation.
  • Support change management (scope / contract changes), pay app reviews, and cost forecasting.
  • Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination
  • Serve as primary point of contact for the Owner with EPCs, OEMs, and third-party providers.
  • Prepare clear status reports, risk registers, decision logs, and leadership briefings.
  • Quality, Compliance, and Readiness
  • Oversee QA / QC plans, commissioning readiness checklists, and turnover package completeness.
  • Ensure adherence to codes / standards, permit conditions, and Owner processes; capture lessons learned.
  • Targeted Site Support (periodic)
  • Conduct scheduled site visits to validate schedule, safety, quality, and progress against plan.
  • Facilitate resolution of field issues by coordinating timely office-driven decisions.
  • What You'll Bring

  • Experience : 7+ years on utility-scale renewable projects (solar PV, wind, BESS, substations, T&D), including exposure to civil, structural, mechanical, and / or electrical (DC / MV / HV) scopes.
  • Technical Familiarity : PV modules / trackers, inverters, MV transformers, substations / MPT / GSU ; BESS / SCADA exposure is a plus.
  • Project Tools : Proficiency with construction document control and PM software (e.g., Procore, Aconex, SharePoint), scheduling (MS Project or Primavera), and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project).
  • Core Skills : Contract / RFI / submittal / change -order management, schedule and budget control, risk identification / mitigation, strong written and verbal communication.
  • Credentials : Valid U.S. driver's license. OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, and First Aid / CPR / AED (or willingness to obtain).
  • Travel / Environment : Ability to conduct periodic site visits across Texas as needed.
  • Why Atwell OR / CMS

  • Scale & Impact : Team with 30+ years of combined experience and 15,000+ MW supported.
  • Owner's-Side Focus : End-to-end technical and execution oversight from development through commissioning.
  • Growth : Exposure to flagship renewable portfolios and cross-discipline collaboration.
  • This position is designed for an office-centric project leader who can orchestrate complex renewable programs from the owner's side and make efficient, value-added trips to the field when it matters most.

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    Atwell Benefits : To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

    Work / Life :

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
  • Compensation :

  • Competitive Compensation packages
  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
  • 401K match - 1 : 1 up to 4% of compensation
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
  • Employee Referrals up to $5,000
  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Match
  • 'Atwell'ness :

  • Medical (BC / BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work / life referral services
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