Project Manager – Solar Studio (Land Development)

Location: Â San Diego, CA 92122
Salary Range:  $118,000 – $142,000 USD per year
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About Our Client

Our client is an employee-owned civil engineering firm known for its collaborative culture, technical excellence, and commitment to sustainability. With strong roots in California and a growing focus on renewable energy projects, they provide innovative design and engineering solutions across a variety of land development and solar projects.
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Position Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager – Solar Studio  to join our client’s San Diego team.
This role combines traditional land development management with renewable energy expertise. The Project Manager will oversee solar-related civil engineering projects from conceptual design through construction, while also managing budgets, schedules, and client communication.

 Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver solar and land development projects, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule goals are met.

• Lead project teams through design, permitting, and construction support.

• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and public agencies.

• Prepare and manage project scopes, budgets, proposals, and change orders.

• Review design plans and calculations to ensure compliance with agency standards and project objectives.

• Mentor junior engineers and designers, promoting knowledge sharing and collaboration.

• Support business development through proposal writing and client relationship management.Â

  Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

• Minimum 8–10 years of civil engineering experience, with at least 3 years managing solar or renewable energy projects.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• Demonstrated experience leading design teams for utility-scale or commercial solar developments, including grading, drainage, stormwater, and site layout.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills; able to coordinate multiple stakeholders and priorities.
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  Preferred Experience

• Experience with energy developers, EPCs, or power-generation site projects.

• Familiarity with agency permitting for renewable energy developments in California.

• Passion for sustainable infrastructure and renewable technologies.

• Work Environment & Benefits

• Hybrid schedule available after 90 days.

• 100% employee-owned company through an ESOP.

• Equal Opportunity Statement

  Our client is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. They participate in E-Verify and comply with applicable fair-chance hiring laws.

• 401(k) with company match and discretionary bonuses.

• Half-day Fridays and flexible work options.

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, Life/AD&D/LTD, and FSA plans.

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays — including a full company closure from Christmas Eve through New Year’s.

• Support for professional development and continuing education.