What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solar Project Manager position at Solar Gain Inc?
Location: Tucson, Arizona (no relocation benefits)
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
Service Area: Commercial & Residential Solar projects
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Solar Gain is looking for a Project Manager to run the heartbeat of our service operations—scheduling, materials, tech dispatch, and customer communication—so every repair, warranty call, and optimization visit lands on time, on budget, and up to our safety and quality standards. You’ll be the primary point of contact for service and warranty work and the bridge between customers, internal teams, and subcontractors.
What You’ll Do
Own the service pipeline: schedule and manage service calls, RMAs, and warranty tickets; assign technicians and coordinate with Operations, Design, Procurement, and subcontractors.
Track scope, schedule, and budget across multiple active jobs; issue and follow up on change orders when work expands.
Drive documentation: initiate engineering/permitting packages; maintain organized project records, reports, and communications.
Manage materials: request, verify, and track parts; confirm costs and delivery timelines; monitor COGS in the field.
Support quality: perform basic site evaluations and QA inspections; assist technicians with remote diagnostics and solutions.
Coordinate utilities & AHJs: submit applications, communicate with representatives, and keep approvals moving.
Close the loop: ensure timely completion, follow up with customers, and document wins and improvements.
What Success Looks Like
Efficient crew planning and calendar management that balances billable and warranty work.
On-budget execution with timely ticket response and project completion.
Clear, reliable reporting and high customer satisfaction scores.
What You Bring
Experience: 3–5 years in the solar industry (service/maintenance focus preferred).
Technical chops: Maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning of solar systems (panels, inverters, battery storage); strong diagnostics on electrical/performance/connectivity issues; familiarity with field QA and safety.
Project mindset: Skilled at scheduling, prioritization, procurement coordination, stakeholder updates, and documentation.
Education: High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Why Solar Gain?
Impactful work accelerating clean energy adoption.
Team that values integrity, craftsmanship, and customer care.
Competitive compensation and benefits (details shared in interview).
Solar Gain is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Solar Gain Inc
Solar Gain Inc. is a full-service Solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company that oversees every aspect of a solar energy project—from initial design and planning to installation and long-term maintenance—all under a single contract. The company manages the entire project lifecycle, including site assessment, system design, material procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations and maintenance (O&M). Headquartered in Tucson, AZ, we deliver high-performance solar energy, battery storage, and innovative technology solutions throughout California and Arizona. Driven by a clear mission since its establishment in 2008—to make the world a better place, one solar panel system at a time—Solar Gain is committed to enhancing the lives of both clients and employees through innovative, sustainable energy solutions.
