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Location: Milford, CT | Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 60% office-based / 40% on job sites across CT | Compensation: $110,000-$130,000 base salary, negotiable based on experience

Overview

A well-established mid-sized commercial electrical contractor serving commercial, industrial, and municipal clients is growing its commercial solar division and seeking an experienced Project Manager. This role will oversee large-scale commercial and municipal solar projects from contract execution through completion, working across schedule, budget, subcontractors, procurement, utility coordination, inspections, and client communication.

What you'll do

• Manage multiple commercial and municipal solar projects (rooftop, ground mount, carport, and portfolio-based) across Connecticut
• Lead project kickoff meetings and establish clear execution plans
• Develop and maintain project schedules including critical path, long lead items, and utility coordination timelines
• Manage procurement of major equipment including modules, inverters, switchgear, transformers, and balance of system materials
• Coordinate with utilities for interconnection, witness testing, and approvals
• Track project budgets and monitor costs to maintain margin targets
• Review and manage subcontracts and vendor agreements
• Submit and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documentation
• Coordinate with engineering and field teams to ensure design intent is executed correctly
• Oversee permitting and inspection processes
• Manage project billing milestones and support O&M transition at project completion
• Maintain organized project documentation and reporting
• Identify and mitigate risks early in the project lifecycle

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial construction, electrical construction, or utility-scale solar
• Strong understanding of NEC and electrical construction practices
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and electrical schematics
• Strong budgeting and cost control experience
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Must be comfortable managing multiple job sites

Preferred qualifications

• Experience managing projects exceeding 500 kW
• Experience with municipal contracts and public bid work
• OSHA 30 certification

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive base salary between $110,000 and $130,000, negotiable based on experience
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (through union)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Company Vehicle and Gas Card
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Why this role

This is an opportunity to lead large-scale commercial and municipal solar projects for a growing division of an established electrical contractor, with competitive pay and strong benefits including a company vehicle and 401(k) match.