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Sr. Commercial Project Manager (Inland Empire) Riverside, CA
Why you want to work here...
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 8 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware; GRID also works in Nicaragua, Mexico and Nepal. GRID has a dedicated staff of 350 and growing!
What it's like at GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members.
Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
Why this is a big deal...
The Commercial Project Manager is responsible for GRID’s commercial solar construction projects (~20kW-1MW+) being built on time, to budget, and to the high standards we believe in. The candidate must be committed to GRID Alternatives’ mission of serving low-income communities while creating a successful transition to clean, renewable energy that includes everyone.
The Opportunity…

• Interface with clients to help set and meet their expectations


• Bridge transition from development to construction execution and completion


• Create scopes of work and project schedules


• Estimating and budget development


• Oversee engineering and permitting, performing design and reviews and pulling permits as needed


• Work in partnership with the Construction Manager and team and provide direction and troubleshooting where necessary


• Prepare bid packages and conduct due diligence on subcontractors and vendors


• Negotiate contracts and manage subcontractor relations and ensure work is performed as negotiated


• Keep project built to or under budget


• Manage change orders


• Lead the interconnection agreements with the utilities, incentive applications, and other necessary paperwork to finance and energize the project


• Manage and complete all steps of project execution ensuring high standards


• Lead project meetings and provide required project reports and other status updates


• Manage and organize project documentation

What you need to bring to this role…

• 2+ years solar project management experience including projects of at least 100 kW+


• 5+ years previous experience in project management and/or construction operations


• Experience completing as-built sets and close out packages upon project completion; ability to perform walkthroughs with Owner’s rep/Property Manager and Commercial Construction Manager


• Experience and understanding of Commercial Scale projects


• Solid understanding of Project Management process


• Ability to problem solve both personnel issues and project issues


• Good record keeping and organizational skills


• Proficient with computers, including Microsoft suite, Google suite, CRM/databases, AutoCAD/Revit, and ability to quickly learn new programs including HelioScope, Energy Toolbase, PVWatts Calculator, PV Bid


• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record


• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders and lift 50 lbs safely


• Passion for GRID’s vision of a clean renewable energy future that includes everyone

• Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP. This does not include cannabis as it is legal in CA.

It would be great if you also had…

• Experience generating proposal layouts for commercial solar projects, and specifying system components, subcontract and labor requirements to produce project budgets and advise on construction deliverables/requirements for commercial contracts and subcontracts


• Experience using relevant solar design software (Helioscope, PV Watts, EPBB Calculator, AutoCAD) to correctly size solar systems and provide production estimates for proposal, and create plansets for necessary stamps, interconnection approval, and AHJ approval


• Experience and understanding of Community Solar Projects

Where you will sit & the places you may go…
This position resides in the Inland Empire region and may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects, throughout. Availability to work nights and weekends may be required, but is rare.
GRID Alternatives provides vehicles for work travel, and due to COVID-19 current guidelines, we may also require limited personal vehicle use. In the latter instance, GRID will provide travel reimbursement for work-related personal vehicle use in accordance with our payroll schedule. Additionally, all applicants will need a valid driver’s license and good driving record to be considered.
Let's Talk Money
This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience within the pay range of $70,000 - $95,000 plus the benefits listed below.
How we take care of you...
Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance.
Ready to Apply?
Submit both a resume and a cover letter describing your interest at https://gridalternatives.org/get-involved/careers/open-positions. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
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Sr. Commercial Project Manager (Inland Empire) Riverside, CA
Why you want to work here...
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 8 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware; GRID also works in Nicaragua, Mexico and Nepal. GRID has a dedicated staff of 350 and growing!
What it's like at GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members.
Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
Why this is a big deal...
The Commercial Project Manager is responsible for GRID’s commercial solar construction projects (~20kW-1MW+) being built on time, to budget, and to the high standards we believe in. The candidate must be committed to GRID Alternatives’ mission of serving low-income communities while creating a successful transition to clean, renewable energy that includes everyone.
The Opportunity…

• Interface with clients to help set and meet their expectations


• Bridge transition from development to construction execution and completion


• Create scopes of work and project schedules


• Estimating and budget development


• Oversee engineering and permitting, performing design and reviews and pulling permits as needed


• Work in partnership with the Construction Manager and team and provide direction and troubleshooting where necessary


• Prepare bid packages and conduct due diligence on subcontractors and vendors


• Negotiate contracts and manage subcontractor relations and ensure work is performed as negotiated


• Keep project built to or under budget


• Manage change orders


• Lead the interconnection agreements with the utilities, incentive applications, and other necessary paperwork to finance and energize the project


• Manage and complete all steps of project execution ensuring high standards


• Lead project meetings and provide required project reports and other status updates


• Manage and organize project documentation

What you need to bring to this role…

• 2+ years solar project management experience including projects of at least 100 kW+


• 5+ years previous experience in project management and/or construction operations


• Experience completing as-built sets and close out packages upon project completion; ability to perform walkthroughs with Owner’s rep/Property Manager and Commercial Construction Manager


• Experience and understanding of Commercial Scale projects


• Solid understanding of Project Management process


• Ability to problem solve both personnel issues and project issues


• Good record keeping and organizational skills


• Proficient with computers, including Microsoft suite, Google suite, CRM/databases, AutoCAD/Revit, and ability to quickly learn new programs including HelioScope, Energy Toolbase, PVWatts Calculator, PV Bid


• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record


• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders and lift 50 lbs safely


• Passion for GRID’s vision of a clean renewable energy future that includes everyone


• Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP. This does not include cannabis as it is legal in CA.

It would be great if you also had…

• Experience generating proposal layouts for commercial solar projects, and specifying system components, subcontract and labor requirements to produce project budgets and advise on construction deliverables/requirements for commercial contracts and subcontracts


• Experience using relevant solar design software (Helioscope, PV Watts, EPBB Calculator, AutoCAD) to correctly size solar systems and provide production estimates for proposal, and create plansets for necessary stamps, interconnection approval, and AHJ approval


• Experience and understanding of Community Solar Projects

Where you will sit & the places you may go…
This position resides in the Inland Empire region and may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects, throughout. Availability to work nights and weekends may be required.
GRID Alternatives provides vehicles for work travel, and due to COVID-19 current guidelines, we may also require limited personal vehicle use. In the latter instance, GRID will provide travel reimbursement for work-related personal vehicle use in accordance with our payroll schedule. Additionally, all applicants will need a valid driver’s license and good driving record to be considered.
Let's Talk Money
This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience within the pay range of
$70,992 - $95,722, plus benefits.
How we take care of you...
Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),12 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance.
Ready to Apply?
Submit both a resume and a cover letter describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!

Apply for this job with GRID Alternatives

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.