Project Manager - Commercial Solar | Battery Energy Storage (BESS) | EV Charging Infrastructure
Project Manager
Commercial Solar | Battery Energy Storage (BESS) | EV Charging Infrastructure
Location: Remote (Travel as Needed)
Compensation: $75,000 - $100,000 + Benefits (DOE)
About Vikta Energy
Vikta Energy is a rapidly growing EPC specializing in commercial solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and EV charging infrastructure projects across the United States. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of projects from contract handoff through final commissioning and closeout.
This is an opportunity to join a lean, entrepreneurial team where your contributions directly impact company growth, project success, and operational excellence.
What You'll Do
As a Project Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of commercial energy projects, serving as the primary point of contact for clients while coordinating engineering, permitting, procurement, field operations, and project closeout activities.
Responsibilities Include:
Pre-Construction
- Manage project handoff from sales through construction readiness
- Coordinate site surveys, engineering, and design approvals
- Oversee permitting, utility interconnection, and AHJ approvals
- Manage HOA and jurisdictional requirements
- Coordinate procurement and material purchasing
- Process change orders and project scope modifications
- Schedule project milestones and communicate updates to clients
Construction
- Support field teams throughout project execution
- Serve as the primary client contact during construction
- Coordinate material deliveries and resolve project issues
- Manage construction changes and engineering revisions
- Track project milestones and support invoicing activities
- Coordinate with utility providers, Tesla, and project stakeholders as required
Closeout & Commissioning
- Schedule and manage inspections
- Coordinate punch list completion and corrective actions
- Prepare client closeout documentation
- Facilitate Permission to Operate (PTO) processes
- Assist with commissioning and monitoring platform setup
Operational Leadership
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, sales, and accounting teams
- Coordinate subcontractors, rentals, and logistics
- Support safety and compliance initiatives
- Develop and improve project management processes and SOPs
- Help drive continuous operational improvement as the company scales
What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications:
- 3+ years of project management experience in:
- Commercial Solar
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- EV Charging Infrastructure
- Electrical or Construction Project Management
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Knowledge of permitting, AHJ processes, and utility interconnections
- Strong client-facing communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project management software
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with commercial and industrial (C&I) solar projects
- Experience with Tesla Energy products, Tesla Superchargers, Megapack, or Powerwall systems
- NABCEP Certification
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
- Experience with change order management and contract administration
- Background improving operational workflows and project processes
Why Join Vikta Energy?
- Work on cutting-edge renewable energy and EV infrastructure projects
- Join a growing company where your voice matters
- Opportunity for career advancement as the organization scales
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment
- Exposure to commercial solar, BESS, and Tesla charging projects nationwide
Apply Today:
If you're a driven Project Manager who enjoys solving problems, building client relationships, and delivering complex energy projects from start to finish, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of project management experience do you have in commercial solar, energy storage (BESS), EV charging infrastructure, or electrical construction?
- Have you directly managed commercial solar projects from contract handoff through PTO (Permission to Operate)?
- Have you managed permitting and utility interconnection processes?
- How many active projects have you managed simultaneously?
- Have you worked directly with AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction), utilities, and inspectors?
Work Location: Remote