What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager (Utility-Scale Solar Infrastructure Project – South Carolina, USA) position at Protecnium?
Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently looking for a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to join our team for utility-scale solar infrastructure projects in South Carolina, USA (on-site position).
The Project Manager / Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the overall planning, execution, and delivery of multiple utility-scale solar projects. The role ensures that projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with contractual obligations and company objectives.
Main Responsibilities
At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.
- Project: Utility-Scale Solar Plant Construction (Civil Phase)
The Project Manager / Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the overall planning, execution, and delivery of multiple utility-scale solar projects. The role ensures that projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with contractual obligations and company objectives.
Main Responsibilities
- Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution activities from mobilization through completion.
- Manage project scope, risk, and change control processes to maintain alignment with contractual commitments.
- Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Monitor project performance metrics including cost forecasts, schedule progress, and productivity indicators.
- Prepare executive-level reports, dashboards, and presentations for internal leadership and client stakeholders.
- Negotiate and manage subcontract agreements, claims, and change orders.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all project activities.
- Oversee communication with clients, authorities, landowners, and utility companies.
- Support Construction Managers with technical decisions, resource allocation, and issue resolution.
- Lead project close-out activities including documentation, handover, and lessons learned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Senior Project Manager: Minimum 12 years of experience.
- Project Manager: Minimum 8 years of experience.
- Experience in EPC projects (solar or heavy infrastructure preferred).
- Proven experience managing large-scale civil or renewable energy projects.
- Strong knowledge of contracts, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
- English level: C1 (Advanced).
- Valid U.S. work permit required.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Willingness to travel between multiple project locations.
- Working for an international company currently expanding.
- 22 paid vacation days.
- Travel: At the beginning and end of the project.
- Hotel: Two weeks of accommodation if necessary.
- Vehicle provided.
- Gas provided (work use).
- Company laptop provided.
- Company phone provided.
- Medical insurance (50% covered by the company).
At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.