OTS Project Manager I

SOLV Energy • Bend, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The EPC OTS Project Manager I manages utility-scale solar EPC projects related to SCADA systems, with responsibility for planning and executing project scope, schedule, and budget; coordinating stakeholders; managing risk; and ensuring quality. This role typically supports lower-complexity projects and applies established SOLV processes and standards, with guidance available from a Lead Project Manager or Portfolio Manager as needed. This role is based full-time in our office in Bend, Oregon. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Requirements

• 1–2 years of project management experience managing multiple projects within multidisciplinary teams and delivering against deadlines.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with remote teams and external clients.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to appropriately escalate issues and support conflict resolution.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Experience with task management and collaboration tools (MS Teams, Smartsheet, Asana, Jira).
• Exposure to ERP systems used for project cost tracking and reporting (e.g., CMiC) preferred.
• Experience with SCADA systems or utility-scale solar projects preferred but not required.
• Ability to work autonomously with strong time management and organizational skills.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and a collaborative mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, construction management, project management, or related field.
• PMP or other project management certification preferred but not required.
• Experience working in a diverse, multi-disciplined organization or project environment.
• General knowledge of SCADA system design, setup, commissioning, and support.
• Exposure to utility-scale solar, renewable energy, or energy infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with EPC project delivery models.
• Experience supporting projects involving multiple stakeholders, including owners, vendors, and field teams.
• Interest in developing technical expertise within renewable energy and SCADA project execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage SCADA scope, schedule, and budget throughout the EPC project lifecycle for low-complexity PV solar projects where the SCADA scope is delivered by SOLV or third-party SCADA providers.
• Review SCADA contract requirements and ensure project execution aligns with contractual terms, with guidance as needed.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional project teams, including engineers, technicians, and subcontractors, by providing task direction, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring alignment with project goals and requirements.
• Support procurement and pre-construction activities, including purchase orders, subcontract scope coordination, material procurement, scheduling, and project closeout.
• Coordinate documentation flow and manage meeting minutes, action items, RFIs, and change requests ensuring timely resolution and alignment across stakeholders.
• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules to ensure SCADA activities do not delay the overall project's critical milestones.
• Participate in system design reviews, commissioning coordination, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities, ensuring technical and contractual alignment with guidance as needed.
• Work closely with field teams to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality installation of SCADA system components.
• Prepare and manage monthly cost reporting and forecasting for assigned projects.
• Identify project risks and escalate critical issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain and manage positive working relationships with SOLV Energy business partners, clients, and industry vendors.
• Implement established SOLV best practices in project scheduling, cost tracking, and reporting.
• Lead project closeout and lessons learned sessions for assigned projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within OTS.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level