Buffalo Solar is seeking a Commercial Solar Project Manager in Cheektowaga, NY. The role involves overseeing solar energy projects for commercial clients, including project planning, budget management, team leadership, risk management, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in project management within the renewable energy sector. Strong communication, problem-solving, and technical skills are essential. Job Description Job Description As Buffalo Solar is a prominent renewable energy company based in Buffalo NY, dedicated to transforming the energy landscape through solar solutions, Our expertise lies in designing, installing, and managing solar energy systems for commercial clients. From day one, you’ll receive the support and resources you need to thrive in your role, ensuring a rewarding and successful career in the renewable energy sector. As a Commercial Solar Project Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the development and execution of solar energy projects for commercial properties or large-scale installations. Your role will involve coordinating teams, managing budgets, ensuring timelines are met, and navigating the regulatory requirements involved in solar energy projects. Here are some key responsibilities and skills typically associated with the role: Key Responsibilities: • Project Planning & Coordination: • Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations. • Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, procurement, construction, etc.) and external contractors. • Ensure the design and scope of the project meet client needs and regulatory requirements. 2. Budget & Financial Management: • Oversee project budgets and financial forecasts. • Ensure the project is delivered within budget and on time. • Identify and address any cost-related issues or delays promptly. 3. Team Management: • Lead and manage project teams, which may include engineers, designers, contractors, and other professionals. • Ensure effective communication and collaboration among all stakeholders. 4. Risk Management: • Identify potential risks throughout the project's lifecycle and develop strategies to mitigate them. • Ensure safety standards are met at all stages of the project. 5. Client Liaison & Reporting: • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and addressing concerns. • Provide progress reports to clients and upper management, outlining key milestones, challenges, and successes. 6. Regulatory Compliance: • Ensure all solar projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations. • Handle necessary permitting and approvals for solar installations. 7. Quality Control: • Monitor the quality of work throughout the project to ensure the installation meets specifications and industry standards. • Manage post-installation support and maintenance schedules. Required Skills: • Project Management: Strong skills in planning, organizing, and leading projects. • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of solar energy systems, design principles, and installation processes. • Budget Management: Ability to manage budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocation. • Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a team of engineers, contractors, and technicians. • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify and solve problems efficiently. • Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with clients, vendors, and team members. • Familiarity with Regulations: Knowledge of solar energy regulations, building codes, and environmental guidelines. Educational and Experience Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Renewable Energy, or a related field. • Experience in project management, specifically within the renewable energy or solar industry. • Project Management certification (e.g., PMP) may be advantageous. Buffalo Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential.
See More Details >>Our interns earn an average of more than $23,000 each summer! Read below to see if you’re a good fit for the opportunity. Join Our Top Sales Team as a Full-Time Sales Representative in our summer sales internship program! Location: In-Person Opportunities Only; Relocation may be required. We are seeking Cheektowaga, NY residents both open to selling in the local area and relocating to customer hotspots. About Us: Are you ready to take your career in sales to the next level? We're looking for dynamic and motivated students and individuals from the Cheektowaga community to join our world-class sales team this summer. Evolution is the highest-performing division in all of Vivint, a leader in smart-home and clean energy solutions. Our executive leaders are seasoned professionals who are dedicated to helping you find success. Our summer interns earn an average of more than $20,000 each summer, a testament to our products, sales acumen, and professional development. A Day in the Life of a Smart Home & Solar Technology Sales Intern: You are the driving force behind client interactions, sales opportunities, and customer happiness and satisfaction. Your day begins by enthusiastically establishing new connections while nurturing and maintaining an existing pipeline of opportunities. You'll meet with potential customers, build rapport effortlessly and educate them on our exceptional products and services. Your stellar communication skills will deliver captivating product presentations. From order entry to providing top-notch customer service, you'll be the catalyst for our shared success. Key Responsibilities and Duties: • Conduct customer-focused one-on-one sales interactions in a dynamic outside sales environment. • Create and share captivating product presentations that result in satisfied customers and completed sales orders. • Pay close attention to the desires and worries of clients, demonstrating compassion and comprehension. • Attentively absorb the wants and anxieties of prospective customers, exhibiting sympathy and insight. • Provide tailored answers that fulfill and surpass client anticipations. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional education as required. • Embrace occasional travel throughout the year and seasonal relocation (1-4 months during summer). About You: You're the candidate we're looking for if you possess these qualities: • Organized and effective time management to consistently achieve individual and team goals. • Thrive to be a vital contributor to a rapidly growing company with a stellar reputation. • Basic knowledge of computer operations. • A courteous and customer-centric approach to your work. • Unwavering dependability with an acute attention to detail. • Strong listening and response skills. • Adaptability to embrace change and think conceptually. • Impressive problem-solving abilities. • A proactive attitude and the ability to take initiative. Join our team at Evolution and let's create success together! Apply Now to Start Your Sales Journey! Read more about Cheektowaga... Solar energy is a crucial resource for the town of Cheektowaga, NY, offering numerous benefits to its residents. As a suburb of Buffalo, Cheektowaga experiences its fair share of inclement weather, including heavy snowfall and cold temperatures during the winter months. By utilizing solar energy and smart home technology, residents can significantly reduce their energy costs, increase their energy efficiency, and contribute to a more sustainable future for the community. One of the key advantages of solar energy for Cheektowaga residents is the opportunity to lower their energy bills. With solar panels installed on their homes, residents can generate their own electricity and reduce their dependence on traditional utility companies. This not only saves residents money in the long run but also provides them with a sense of energy independence and security, especially during power outages or severe weather events. In addition to cost savings, solar energy and smart home technology offer residents the chance to increase their energy efficiency. Smart home devices such as programmable thermostats, energy-efficient appliances, and automated lighting systems can help residents monitor and control their energy usage more effectively. By integrating these technologies with solar panels, residents can optimize their energy consumption, reduce waste, and lessen their environmental impact. Furthermore, embracing solar energy and smart home technology can have a positive impact on the environment and public health in Cheektowaga. By reducing their reliance on fossil fuels and decreasing their carbon footprint, residents can help mitigate the effects of climate change and improve air quality in the community. Solar energy is a clean, renewable resource that produces no greenhouse gas emissions, making it an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional energy sources. Moreover, the adoption of solar energy and smart home technology in Cheektowaga can stimulate economic growth and create job opportunities within the community. As more residents invest in solar panels and energy-efficient upgrades for their homes, there is a growing demand for skilled workers in the renewable energy sector, including solar panel installers, electricians, and energy consultants. This not only boosts the local economy but also promotes the development of a sustainable energy infrastructure for Cheektowaga. Overall, the importance of solar energy and smart home technology for the residents of Cheektowaga cannot be overstated. By harnessing the power of the sun and embracing innovative energy solutions, residents can enjoy lower energy costs, increased energy efficiency, and a cleaner, more sustainable environment for future generations. With the support of programs like the summer sales internship at Evolution, Cheektowaga residents have the opportunity to be at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution and make a positive impact on their community.
See More Details >>The Senior Superintendent works alongside Project Operations and Field Management to foster great client relationships, develop our employees, and oversee the construction of safe, high quality, profitable, and on schedule renewable projects. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Passionately builds the team by attracting, interviewing, assessing, mentoring, and retaining Top Performers • Provides on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones • When managing multiple sites ensures regular site coverage, and frequents each site weekly, daily where possible • Leads and enforces the safety policies and procedures and addresses non-compliance among all employees, subcontractors, and vendors • Executes the project by use of the Quality Management System. Recognizes any potential patterns of rework, and develops solutions to eliminate it • Performs or oversees fundamental project management practices such as construction progress tracking, progress & financial forecasting, document management, problem solving, dispute resolution, design troubleshooting, and value engineering • Sets, communicates, and enforces production goals and schedules with subcontractors • Leads the development of the project schedule with the Project Manager and ensures the team is executing to the plan; develops a derivative four-week lookahead schedules that facilitates the project’s daily progress, communicates it to all and balances resources to make sure the schedule is met • Accurately develops and works with direct reports to support development of the Four Week Look Ahead schedule weekly and adheres to the schedule • Works to beat the project cost budget; implements effective cost controls over subcontractors, material, equipment, and other related expenditures • Trains the Project Team on planning, surveying, plan reading, productivity, efficiency, economical crew size, quality workmanship, and safety to ensure projects are constructed expeditiously and profitably • Utilizes mandatory daily huddles and weekly check-ins to promote communication, resolve issues and share ideas, so the projects are constructed expeditiously and profitably • Conducts regular quality checks and inspections on all activities and work performed • Reviews all Foremen’s and Daily Reports as well as Subcontractor's Daily Reports for accurate hours, time coding, production quantities, and activity summaries • Knows the key terms and conditions of the Prime Contract with the Owner; identifies and communicates deviations accordingly • Knows the key operational details of the subcontract and holds the subcontractors accountable to their agreement and the company's standards • This position is field based at our project construction sites Requirements • 5+ years of relevant construction industry experience, with progressively greater responsibility • 5+ years overseeing self-perform work with several crews totaling 50 craft persons and equipment operators or more, prior experience as a Foreman and/or Master Electrical License a plus • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to lead a diverse group of individuals • Successfully led relatively complex construction projects with diverse scopes and aggressive timelines • Superb customer service skills and proven ability to mitigate difficult client relations • Expert knowledge of various areas of construction (electrical, earthwork, utilities, structures, mechanical, etc.) • Expert knowledge of OSHA Safety regulations • Excellent teamwork, communication, leadership, people skills, and solid time management skills are a must • Working Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, P3/P6 Primavera software • Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate to project construction sites every 3-12 months throughout your region of the United States • Minimum of High School diploma or GED required • All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire. • An offer of employment is conditioned upon complying with CS Energy's requirements including, but not limited to, signing a separate disclosure and consent form prior to any background check. • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis • The State of New York requires CS Energy, LLC to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the range for this role is $150,000.00 - $165,000.00. Starting rate of pay may vary based on various factors, including, but not limited to an individual's experience and expertise. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to CS Energy’s discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. • CS Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters and/or third parties in response to our job postings. Any unsolicited resumes become property of CS Energy and we reserve the right to pursue and hire any such candidate. ABOUT US CS Energy is an industry-leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) renewable energy company that develops, designs and builds optimized solar, energy storage, and emerging energy projects. CS Energy has successfully designed and installed over 2 GW of solar and 650 MWh of energy storage projects across the United States. Owned by American Securities, a leading US private equity firm, CS Energy leverages strong relationships with solar developers, IPPs, utilities, off-takers, suppliers, and landowners to help our customers streamline the project development process, lower project costs, and create value for all stakeholders as a trusted long-term partner. CS Energy has achieved its success through attracting and retaining highly talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about the company’s success. We recognize the value of diversity and are committed to protecting, training, enriching, and empowering our team members as they grow their careers in the renewable energy space. We work hard, are mindful of our social and environmental responsibilities, and continuously give back to our local communities. Our commitment is based on the following principles: safety, quality, integrity, collaboration, expertise, and diversity. We are proud to be continually awarded as a great place to work by nationally recognized programs based on employee feedback. Benefits CS Energy provides great benefits to our valued employees. • Competitive Salaries • Discretionary Bonus Program • Field Weekend Pay Program • Project Incentive Bonus Program (based on position eligibility) • Per-diem Program for Field Employees ((based on eligibility) • Vehicle Allowance & Gas Card Program (based on position eligibility) • 401K Programs with Employer Matching • Medical & Dental Benefits (Plan options 100% paid by employers), and Vision Plans • Access to HSA with Employer Contribution • Paid Referral Program • Access to FSA - Health & Dependent Care • Access to Short Term Disability • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Paid Time Off & Holidays • Paid Parental Leave Program • Volunteer Time Off • Student Loan Benefit Program CS Energy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. CS Energy is an equal opportunity employer. The Senior Superintendent works alongside Project Operations and Field Management to foster great client relationships, develop our employees, and oversee the construction of safe, high quality, profitable, and on schedule renewable projects. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Passionately builds the team by attracting, interviewing, assessing, mentoring, and retaining Top Performers • Provides on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones • When managing multiple sites ensures regular site coverage, and frequents each site weekly, daily where possible • Leads and enforces the safety policies and procedures and addresses non-compliance among all employees, subcontractors, and vendors • Executes the project by use of the Quality Management System. Recognizes any potential patterns of rework, and develops solutions to eliminate it • Performs or oversees fundamental project management practices such as construction progress tracking, progress & financial forecasting, document management, problem solving, dispute resolution, design troubleshooting, and value engineering • Sets, communicates, and enforces production goals and schedules with subcontractors • Leads the development of the project schedule with the Project Manager and ensures the team is executing to the plan; develops a derivative four-week lookahead schedules that facilitates the project’s daily progress, communicates it to all and balances resources to make sure the schedule is met • Accurately develops and works with direct reports to support development of the Four Week Look Ahead schedule weekly and adheres to the schedule • Works to beat the project cost budget; implements effective cost controls over subcontractors, material, equipment, and other related expenditures • Trains the Project Team on planning, surveying, plan reading, productivity, efficiency, economical crew size, quality workmanship, and safety to ensure projects are constructed expeditiously and profitably • Utilizes mandatory daily huddles and weekly check-ins to promote communication, resolve issues and share ideas, so the projects are constructed expeditiously and profitably • Conducts regular quality checks and inspections on all activities and work performed • Reviews all Foremen’s and Daily Reports as well as Subcontractor's Daily Reports for accurate hours, time coding, production quantities, and activity summaries • Knows the key terms and conditions of the Prime Contract with the Owner; identifies and communicates deviations accordingly • Knows the key operational details of the subcontract and holds the subcontractors accountable to their agreement and the company's standards • This position is field based at our project construction sites Requirements • 5+ years of relevant construction industry experience, with progressively greater responsibility • 5+ years overseeing self-perform work with several crews totaling 50 craft persons and equipment operators or more, prior experience as a Foreman and/or Master Electrical License a plus • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to lead a diverse group of individuals • Successfully led relatively complex construction projects with diverse scopes and aggressive timelines • Superb customer service skills and proven ability to mitigate difficult client relations • Expert knowledge of various areas of construction (electrical, earthwork, utilities, structures, mechanical, etc.) • Expert knowledge of OSHA Safety regulations • Excellent teamwork, communication, leadership, people skills, and solid time management skills are a must • Working Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, P3/P6 Primavera software • Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate to project construction sites every 3-12 months throughout your region of the United States • Minimum of High School diploma or GED required • All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire. • An offer of employment is conditioned upon complying with CS Energy's requirements including, but not limited to, signing a separate disclosure and consent form prior to any background check. • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis • The State of New York requires CS Energy, LLC to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the range for this role is $150,000.00 - $165,000.00. Starting rate of pay may vary based on various factors, including, but not limited to an individual's experience and expertise. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to CS Energy’s discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. • CS Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters and/or third parties in response to our job postings. Any unsolicited resumes become property of CS Energy and we reserve the right to pursue and hire any such candidate. ABOUT US CS Energy is an industry-leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) renewable energy company that develops, designs and builds optimized solar, energy storage, and emerging energy projects. CS Energy has successfully designed and installed over 2 GW of solar and 650 MWh of energy storage projects across the United States. Owned by American Securities, a leading US private equity firm, CS Energy leverages strong relationships with solar developers, IPPs, utilities, off-takers, suppliers, and landowners to help our customers streamline the project development process, lower project costs, and create value for all stakeholders as a trusted long-term partner. CS Energy has achieved its success through attracting and retaining highly talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about the company’s success. We recognize the value of diversity and are committed to protecting, training, enriching, and empowering our team members as they grow their careers in the renewable energy space. We work hard, are mindful of our social and environmental responsibilities, and continuously give back to our local communities. Our commitment is based on the following principles: safety, quality, integrity, collaboration, expertise, and diversity. We are proud to be continually awarded as a great place to work by nationally recognized programs based on employee feedback. Benefits CS Energy provides great benefits to our valued employees. • Competitive Salaries • Discretionary Bonus Program • Field Weekend Pay Program • Project Incentive Bonus Program (based on position eligibility) • Per-diem Program for Field Employees ((based on eligibility) • Vehicle Allowance & Gas Card Program (based on position eligibility) • 401K Programs with Employer Matching • Medical & Dental Benefits (Plan options 100% paid by employers), and Vision Plans • Access to HSA with Employer Contribution • Paid Referral Program • Access to FSA - Health & Dependent Care • Access to Short Term Disability • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Paid Time Off & Holidays • Paid Parental Leave Program • Volunteer Time Off • Student Loan Benefit Program CS Energy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. CS Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Cheektowaga, NY, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeship programs, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These programs typically span two to four years, requiring extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with 40,670 in New York, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Cheektowaga earn an average of $1,100 per week, with an annual wage of approximately $57,200. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
