Role: Project Manager

Location: Columbus, OH

Renewyx is working with a well-established solar energy firm that specializes in the design, development, and delivery of commercial and industrial PV systems across the Midwest. Known for their engineering-driven approach and commitment to long-term performance, they partner with a wide range of clients to bring complex solar projects from concept to commissioning. With a growing portfolio and a pipeline of active builds, they’re expanding their project management capacity to support continued execution excellence.

They’re seeking an experienced project manager to serve as the owner’s representative on a high-visibility commercial solar installation in Columbus, OH. This is a 12-month contract role (up to 40 hours/week) where you’ll be responsible for overseeing third-party EPCs, ensuring milestone tracking, cost control, and schedule adherence throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates will bring at least 3 years of solar project experience and a total of 5+ years in construction, with a proven ability to manage external vendors, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and drive results in the field.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a project from the front lines while representing a reputable solar firm with a strong project backlog and growing national presence. You’ll gain exposure to complex solar scopes, collaborate with highly technical teams, and play a key role in delivering high-impact renewable infrastructure.

The ideal candidate should have the following:

3+ years of direct experience managing commercial solar PV installations
5+ years of total construction project management experience, ideally with electrical/mechanical scopes
Experience serving as owner’s representative or third-party construction liaison on active job sites
Proven ability to manage EPC firms, subcontractors, and permitting authorities
Strong knowledge of NEC, utility interconnection processes, and solar QA/QC standards
Ability to read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams, construction drawings, and site plans
Experience with construction scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar)
Familiarity with RFI/submittal processes and document control best practices
Comfortable leading progress meetings, updating stakeholders, and generating regular project reports

If this is an opportunity you have interest in, then please apply to avoid disappointment.