Project Manager
Vancouver, BC
100% onsite
Permanent Full-time
$75,000-$85,000
Shift Energy Group is seeking a Project Manager to join our Project Management team. The Project Manager oversees project activities for residential Solar PV system installation from start to finish, including setup, scheduling, change orders, quality control, and closeout. Exceptional customer service skills are essential, as the Project Manager is responsible for ensuring a world-class customer experience from contract signing to system activation and power production.
Shift is a leading design-builder of solar and energy storage projects. At Shift, we lead the Canadian Solar Industry with a vision for unparalleled success. Our culture thrives on efficiency, adaptability, resiliency, and growth, driving us to set industry benchmarks through constant innovation. We power change in BC, AB, ON, NB, and NS.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and completion of solar installation projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence.
- Oversee project setup, scheduling, change orders, and quality control.
- Serve as the main client contact, managing expectations and providing updates.
- Coordinate appointments, documentation, and customer needs.
- Resolve customer queries promptly and professionally.
- Document project tasks, schedules, and interactions accurately.
- Collaborate with Accounting for budget management.
- Work with the warehouse team on material inventory and logistics.
- Coordinate field crew schedules with the Field Manager
Role Demands:
Our residential project installations are characterized by their short-cycle nature and high volume. This role demands proficiency in managing numerous projects at different stages simultaneously in a high fast-paced environment, with a keen attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a consistent focus on effective communication for each project.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field or an equivalent combination of a high school diploma and five years of relevant experience.
- Professional diploma or certificate in Project Management
- 3-4 years of experience in customer service, preferably working with homeowners
- At least 4-5 years of experience in project Management or coordination in the construction industry is required.
- 2 years of experience in workforce scheduling, particularly in the construction industry or a similar field.
Requirement
- Familiarity with the construction industry's standards, practices, and challenges, preferably in relation to solar installations.
- Familiarity with project management software and tools. Experience with NetSuite is a plus.
- Proficiency in navigating computer software, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
- Diligent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Fluency in English is a must.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Capable of working autonomously with minimal supervision
- Deeply passionate about solar energy and sustainability
- Eager to continually learn, grow and hold oneself accountable
- Demonstrates exceptional work ethic and proactively tackles new challenges
We Offer:
- Competitive wage range of $75,000-$85,000 a year
- Comprehensive Company Health and Dental benefits and wellness programs
- Paid vacation time and paid sick leave
- RRSPs matching
- Free on-site parking
- Professional Development fund & Parental leave top-up
- Comprehensive training in Solar PV Systems & Energy Storage
- Meaningful Career! Enjoying a Purposeful Career!
Working Hours: 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday. This position is 100% on-site and does NOT offer remote or hybrid work options.
Location: 350 East Kent Ave S #103, Vancouver, BC V5X 4N6
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination.
Working at Shift:
This is an excellent opportunity for a self-starter to join a young, dynamic organization with growth and personal development opportunities. We power change. Our commitment is to unlock solar energy's full potential for a brighter, sustainable future.
For further insights into Shift's company culture, explore our website at Shift.ca and Instagram Reels at @shiftenergygroup. Join us in shaping the future of the solar industry in Canada.