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Solar Project Manager

Trillium Construction is seeking a highly experienced Solar Project Manager to join our client’s team in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

This role is ideal for a hands-on, field-focused leader who thrives in fast-paced utility and commercial solar construction environments.

Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to Waukesha—this is not a remote or hybrid role. Relocation assistance up to $5,000 is available. Annual salary is up to $165,000/year.

Travel: 3–4 days/week to job sites (expenses paid). Workload: 75% on-site, 25% office-based.

What You’ll Do
-Lead and manage solar construction projects from pre-construction through final closeout
-Maintain responsibility for project financials, scheduling, quality, safety, and client satisfaction
-Oversee field productivity and drive project profitability with proactive problem solving
-Facilitate internal and external meetings, maintain contract compliance, and lead project communications
-Identify and document project delays or impacts and initiate corrective actions as needed
-Conduct regular job site visits across Southern Wisconsin, Northern Illinois, and eventually broader Midwest
-Provide safety leadership with weekly audits and incident reporting
-Work in-office when not traveling—approximately 25% of the time

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Qualifications
-5+ years of experience managing solar construction projects
-Strong background in PV/DC systems, solar installations, and electrical systems
-Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
-Experience with project estimating and takeoffs
-Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel expertise required)
-Excellent communication and leadership skills
-Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
-Must be highly organized, self-motivated, and decisive under pressure

Trillium Construction Services has been recruiting and hiring construction and skilled trades talent for over 30 years. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and vacation days, if applicable. Trillium’s offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

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