Renewable Energy Construction Project Manager

Scout Clean Energy

. Lead and manage execution of all project-site construction activities for utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS projects .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeBoulder • Colorado • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $125,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS construction projects, with a strong focus on safety, quality control, and stakeholder communication. Proficient in project management tools and methodologies, ensuring accurate data management and effective collaboration across teams.

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Project ManagementUtility-Scale Solar ConstructionQuality Control/Quality AssuranceProcore FamiliarityOSHA Requirements Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementConstruction ManagementTechnical Design ReviewSchedule ManagementCost ControlData Accuracy ManagementQuality Control ProcessesProblem SolvingMentoringConstruction Contract Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam BuildingDecision MakingMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

ProcoreMS OfficeMS ProjectSharePointGoogle EarthArcGISGlobal Mapper

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringOSHA 10 Certification

Industry Keywords

Renewable ConstructionUtility-Scale ProjectsBESSEPC ContractorsOwner-Representative Quality Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage execution of all project-site construction activities for utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS projects
Ensure safety is prioritized and adequately addressed by on-site personnel
Manage projects and data accuracy in Procore with Finance, Accounting, and IT
Implement and document QC/QA measures
Manage schedules, resolve delays, update progress, and inform stakeholders
Manage third-party owner-representative quality-control personnel, including site manager and electrical and civil specialists
Manage construction contracts and interfaces with EPC contractors, vendors, owner’s engineers, and independent engineers
Manage change orders, project costs, invoices, budgets, and cost control
Support and coordinate with internal business units
Mentor and collaborate with an early-career assistant project manager
Lead weekly contractor meetings and internal Development and Finance updates
Attend monthly project-site meetings
Prepare and distribute monthly construction status, schedule, and cost-control reports
Respond to independent-engineer questions and close open items supporting on-time financial closure
Coordinate final service acceptance inspections, punch-list closeout, and transition to Operations and Maintenance and Asset Management
Conduct and report lessons-learned meetings
Support development of mid- to late-stage projects during pre-construction
Interface with Engineering, Development, Procurement, and Finance to optimize project design
Assess constructability and attend micro-siting site visits
Review construction documents and develop quality-control processes
Optimize Procore processes
Provide construction input to permitting and technical input to EPC contract negotiations and technical contract exhibits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant technical field, or combination of relevant experience and technical certification(s) required
Construction management or engineering degree preferred
Experience as a project manager or progressing positions in renewable construction required
Remote position: Participated in 4+ construction projects with increasing levels of responsibility
Boulder office-based position: Participated in 2+ solar construction projects with increasing levels of responsibility
Experience mentoring and training junior team members preferred
Demonstrated understanding of reading technical designs, studies, and specifications
Adept at MS Office and document management systems such as SharePoint
Procore familiarity a plus
Creating and managing schedules using MS Project and/or other scheduling software a plus
Familiar with Google Earth; understanding of ArcGIS and Global Mapper a plus
Ability to solve problems and make informed decisions quickly in an entrepreneurial environment
Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, project management, problem-solving, and team-building skills
Demonstrated high level of ownership and responsibility over all aspects of project work
Demonstrated ability to work in a flat organization and leverage colleagues across reporting lines
Ability to multitask and arbitrate conflicting priorities with clear target setting and follow-through
Must have a valid current driver license and be able to travel
Working knowledge of OSHA requirements
OSHA 10 certification preferred
Authorized to work in the United States
Ability to work outside Monday–Friday schedules, including holidays and weekends, when needed
Up to 50% travel to project sites in the U.S.; remote candidates must travel to Boulder at least one week per month
Start by January 2027 or sooner preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive bonus potential
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with attractive premiums
401(k) match
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
Employee Assistance Program
Optional supplemental insurance coverage
Current hybrid (3-2) schedule for Boulder office-based candidates