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About The Role
The Engineering Portfolio Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and performance of a portfolio of solar energy projects from early-stage development through construction support. This role ensures engineering consistency, resource optimization, and alignment with business objectives across multiple projects, while driving standardization, efficiency, and technical excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of utility-scale, commercial, and/or distributed solar projects through the independent engineering technical review process.
- Work with multiple teams within Operations (development, EPC, procurement, and construction) and across external teams to coordinate the completion of project specific tasks per expected schedules.
- Establish and enforce processes for clear communication and deliverables scope of work.
- Track portfolio performance metrics (cost, schedule, risk, and quality) and report to leadership
- Identify and mitigate technical risks and project bottlenecks proactively
- Be aware of compliance with local, state, and federal codes, utility requirements, and interconnection standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency and scalability alongside strategies to help reduce lag between milestones.
- Support due diligence efforts for new project acquisitions and pipeline expansion.
- Work with Solar design team to provide guidance on project specifics and energy modelling assumptions.
- Assist with the commissioning and testing review with Asset management to proactively reduce downtime during operational phase.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related field); PE license preferred
- 3+ years of experience in solar or renewable energy engineering, with portfolio or program management exposure
- Strong understanding of solar PV system design, including electrical, structural, and civil components
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with interconnection processes, AHJ requirements, and utility coordination
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera)
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience with utility-scale and/or C&I solar portfolios
- Knowledge of energy storage systems (BESS) integration…
