Job Description:
Apex Systems is actively hiring for a Solar Repower Project Manager role with a Fortune 200 Renewable Energy Client!
This position is designated as hybrid, with preferred candidates working in Juno Beach, Florida
**For immediate consideration, please send your most up-to-date resume in a Word Document to Alex at awoolwine@apexsystems.com
Position: Solar Repower Project Manager
Location: Juno Beach, FL
Purpose: This contractor will be responsible for full life cycle project management for solar repower projects
Experience: 5+ years of relatable professional experience in engineering, consulting, or project management preferred.
Hours: M-F, 40 hours per week. Travel of 10-20% would consist of training, meetings or site visits.
Length of Assignment: 12-month contract + potential extension or conversion
The Solar Repower Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing all pre-construction activities for solar repower projects. This role ensures projects are properly planned, permitted, and ready for construction execution while maintaining safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives. This role requires the candidate to understand the existing solar assets that are solar repower candidates, as well as how a repower design can be incorporated and optimized into the existing assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning & Management
- Lead pre-construction project teams through all phases from development handoff to execution turnover
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk registers for multiple concurrent projects
- Coordinate with business management, development, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless project execution
- Manage project scope, timeline, and budget while identifying and mitigating risks
- Engineering & Design Management
- Oversee engineering design activities including electrical, civil, structural, and mechanical disciplines
- Work with engineering to review engineering deliverables, specifications, and design packages
- Coordinate interconnection studies and grid integration requirements
- Manage design optimization efforts to maximize project value and constructability
- Permitting & Regulatory Compliance
- Work with the environmental team to understand the required permits and other regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies, utilities, and local authorities
- Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations
Procurement & Contract Management
- Support procurement activities including equipment specifications, vendor qualification, and contract negotiations
- Manage safe harbor equipment requirements and tax credit compliance timelines
- Coordinate delivery schedules and DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) requirements
- Review and approve vendor submittals and technical documentation
- Financial Management
- Monitor project budgets and cost forecasts throughout pre-construction phase
- Support cost capitalization processes and financial reporting requirements
- Coordinate with finance teams on project funding and financial close activities
- Track and report on key financial metrics
- Stakeholder Management
- Lead project meetings, reviews, and milestone presentations
- Communicate project status, issues, and risks to senior management
- Coordinate with operations teams for handoff planning and commissioning preparation
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field
- 5+ years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy pre-construction project management or engineering
- Experience with utility interconnection processes
- Knowledge of solar construction
- PMP certification preferred
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of solar PV and battery storage technologies
- Knowledge of power systems, grid interconnection, and utility regulations
- Experience with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance
- Familiarity with safe harbor provisions and renewable energy tax credits
- Proficiency in project management software and scheduling tools
- Proficiency in Excel
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet critical deadlines
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
