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Manager, Construction Program

Chicago, IL

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp!

This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world.

What We're Looking For:

The Manager, Construction Program oversees multiple project managers and guides projects through the full lifecycle, ensuring all sites are built to Nexamp standards and contractual requirements. They work closely with the Regional Director of Construction to align regional goals and support team performance. With deep experience in solar PV construction and contract management, they provide critical leadership, structure, and support as Nexamp expands into new markets.

You will be hybrid 2-3 days every other week out of our Chicago, IL office. You will report to the Senior Director, Deployment.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget in partnership with the Director of Construction and project teams.
• Align construction teams by coordinating closely with Field Operations and Quality leadership.
• Monitor regional project progress and regularly updates the Director of Construction.
• Review development and contract documents to identify risks and ensure compliance with Nexamp standards.
• Approve third-party EPC invoices and verifies accuracy.
• Support project managers with engineering and procurement needs.
• Manage construction risk by reviewing insurance, waivers, warranties, finance requirements, and reporting.
• Oversee project deliverables, schedules, and budgets across a large portfolio to reduce exposure and ensure successful execution.

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of construction management experience within the solar industry at a senior level Project Manager or higher.
• 2+ years of people leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong administrative and technical skills, including computers, SCADA, data acquisition, and remote systems.
• PV system and storage commissioning experience preferred; medium-voltage knowledge a plus.
• OSHA 10 required, OSHA 30 preferred.
• Working knowledge of civil, electrical, and utility construction is preferred.
• Professional trade licenses (e.g., CSL, NABCEP PV) are nice to have.
• Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
• Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
• Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
• Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
• Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.

If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please apply.

At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.

You'll love working here because:

Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!

Compensation

The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $150k-$164K. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual bonus programs based on individual and company performance, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in the Company's stock option plan. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.