Job Description
Project Manager – Utility-Scale Solar (Traveling PM)
Location : Houston, TX (Full-Time | Extensive Travel Required)
Company : TLC Construction Contract Services
TLC is growing fast and expanding our footprint across multiple states. With several new utility-scale Solar and BESS projects onboarding, we are hiring a Project Manager who is ready to travel, lead from the field, and help us execute complex civil scopes nationwide.
If you're a driven PM who enjoys being hands-on, managing subcontractors, and owning large-scale civil / renewable projects from start to finish — this is a strong career opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of utility-scale Solar and civil construction projects across multiple states.
- Serve as the full-time traveling Project Manager , overseeing on-site operations and returning to Houston during breaks in project schedule.
- Directly manage subcontractors, ensuring performance, safety, scheduling, productivity, and quality.
- Oversee projects from pre-construction through closeout, including schedules, budgets, cost tracking, and daily reporting.
- Maintain and enforce structured processes, client reporting requirements, and documentation standards.
- Partner closely with field leadership, Superintendents, and office staff to keep project delivery aligned with client expectations.
- Maintain consistent communication with stakeholders, clients, subcontractors, and internal leadership.
- Lead multiple projects up to $15M+ and ensure each is delivered safely, on schedule, and within scope.
Required Experience
5+ years experience as a Project Manager in civil construction, utility-scale Solar, renewables, or heavy industrial.Proven experience managing subcontractor-heavy project scopes .Successful track record leading multiple projects in the $10–15M+ range.Strong understanding of civil scopes : mass excavation, foundations, site prep, utility installation, access roads, trenching, SWPPP, etc.Highly organized with the ability to follow and maintain structured processes, detailed reporting, and client requirements.Ability and willingness to travel full-time to job sites , sometimes for extended periods.Must be Houston-based (or willing to relocate) for in-office collaboration between trips.Preferred Qualifications
Utility-scale Solar EPC or GC experience.BESS, Substation, or power infrastructure experience.Proficiency with project management platforms (Procore, Primavera, MS Project, Bluebeam, etc.).Strong communication skills and an ability to build relationships with clients and subcontractors.Safety-first mindset with familiarity in QA / QC processes.Why Join TLC?
Growing project pipeline across TX and multiple states.Work directly with leadership and be part of a rapidly expanding renewables division.Competitive compensation, travel per diem, benefits, and long-term career development.Opportunity to take ownership of significant civil & solar infrastructure projects.