Location: San Diego, CA 92122
Salary Range: $118,000 – $142,000 USD per year
About Our Client
Our client is an employee-owned civil engineering firm known for its collaborative culture, technical excellence, and commitment to sustainability. With strong roots in California and a growing focus on renewable energy projects, they provide innovative design and engineering solutions across a variety of land development and solar projects.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Project Manager – Solar Studio to join our client’s San Diego team.
This role combines traditional land development management with renewable energy expertise. The Project Manager will oversee solar-related civil engineering projects from conceptual design through construction, while also managing budgets, schedules, and client communication.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage and deliver solar and land development projects, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule goals are met.
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Lead project teams through design, permitting, and construction support.
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Serve as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and public agencies.
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Prepare and manage project scopes, budgets, proposals, and change orders.
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Review design plans and calculations to ensure compliance with agency standards and project objectives.
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Mentor junior engineers and designers, promoting knowledge sharing and collaboration.
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Support business development through proposal writing and client relationship management.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
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Minimum 8–10 years of civil engineering experience, with at least 3 years managing solar or renewable energy projects.
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Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
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Demonstrated experience leading design teams for utility-scale or commercial solar developments, including grading, drainage, stormwater, and site layout.
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Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software.
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Excellent communication and organizational skills; able to coordinate multiple stakeholders and priorities.
Preferred Experience
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Experience with energy developers, EPCs, or power-generation site projects.
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Familiarity with agency permitting for renewable energy developments in California.
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Passion for sustainable infrastructure and renewable technologies.
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Work Environment & Benefits
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Hybrid schedule available after 90 days.
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100% employee-owned company through an ESOP.
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Equal Opportunity Statement
Our client is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. They participate in E-Verify and comply with applicable fair-chance hiring laws.
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401(k) with company match and discretionary bonuses.
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Half-day Fridays and flexible work options.
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Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, Life/AD&D/LTD, and FSA plans.
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Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays — including a full company closure from Christmas Eve through New Year’s.
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Support for professional development and continuing education.
