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Development Manager, Preconstruction

Chicago, ILHybridFull TimeManager / HeadPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Construction Management
  • Microsoft Office suite
  • Dynamics 365
  • Microsoft Project
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro
  • behind-the-meter
  • Utility interconnections
  • Purchase Order
  • Subcontract
  • PPA

Nice to have

  • related field of study

Role summary

Solar Landscape, a leading commercial rooftop solar developer, is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to join their team. This role involves managing preconstruction activities for solar projects, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, and 5+ years of construction or engineering experience in the solar industry. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, construction management software (like Dynamics 365), Microsoft Project, and PDF editors. Key responsibilities include understanding utility interconnections, contract management (PPA, EPC), project accounting, and construction safety requirements. Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills are essential. The role requires travel to job sites and the ability to access rooftops.

Solar Landscape is the nation’s leading distributed energy infrastructure company, transforming commercial real estate into a source of new power by deploying solar and storage at scale. Partnering with more than 170+ commercial real estate owners, the company develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed energy projects that deliver new capacity to the grid in as little as 12 months while generating long-term income for commercial and industrial property owners. 

Proven by our performance, backed by institutional capital, and trusted by the biggest names in commercial real estate, we’re building the future of energy, and it shows: 

  • Recognized by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in 2025 
  • Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies 
  • Ranked the #1 commercial rooftop solar developer by Solar Power World in both 2025 and 2026 

That doesn’t happen without a team of smart, driven, and down-to-earth people who are serious about doing excellent work—and fun to work with. At Solar Landscape, you’ll be challenged, trusted with responsibility, and surrounded by people who thrive in our fast-paced environment. Career growth here isn’t limited by title or a rigid path: people who take ownership and deliver are given opportunities to stretch, lead, and make an impact. Along the way, you’ll be supported by great benefits, professional development, and a culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and accountability. 

Across our headquarters in Asbury Park, New Jersey and our offices in New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore, Solar Landscape employees are building something that matters, deploying critical energy infrastructure that creates long-term value for communities, property owners, and the grid. Come join us. 

Responsibilities

  • Assumes ownership of a portfolio of projects from Business Development.
  • Manages all Project Management aspects of the projects from handoff through submission of construction permits.
  • Manages and acquires all non-ministerial permits to include zoning, planning, etc.
  • Coordinates with Project Controls to create schedules for a project/portfolio as they are awarded.
  • Ensure all preconstruction site visits are completed and required information is obtained.
  • Assists Engineering team in decisions and development of the project design to be compliant with Company and Customer requirements.
  • Coordinates with Procurement to ensure all equipment is purchased timely and in accordance with the project schedule.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with Subcontractors, keep them apprised of project pipeline and assist Project Management in development of RFPs and Subcontract Agreements.
  • Participates in weekly Client meetings, responds and/or relays preconstruction project tasks to the engineering team.
  • Process submittals and RFIs as required.
  • Prepares, tracks, and manages construction budget during the procurement phase of project to assure each purchase is within budget of each item.
  • Provide status reports to Senior Management on a regular basis, particularly regarding engineering, procurement, schedule, and cost forecasting.
  • Assists the Business Development team by providing all preconstruction technical support required to respond to all requests for proposals which include technical review and PPA or EPC contract review.
  • Build trust and rapport with all Solar Landscape departments.

    • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field of study.
  • 5+ years construction experience and/or engineering background in Solar.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, Dynamics 365 (or other construction management software), Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat Pro or equivalent pdf editor.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Effective Negotiation skills.
  • Knowledge of behind-the-meter and Utility interconnections.
  • Understanding of Purchase Order, Subcontract, PPA, EPC Contracts and Project accounting.
  • Organization and communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented, self-starter.
  • Knowledge of construction safety requirements; OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
  • Valid Driver’s License; must be willing to travel to various job sites.
  • Ability to climb ladders and access building roofs.
  • Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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