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See More Details >>Sustainable Energy Group (SEG) is hiring a Residential Design/Solar/Construction and Permitting Drafter for their Grass Valley, CA location. This full-time role involves drafting with Revit, SketchUp, and CAD, managing permit submissions, and collaborating on design projects. Candidates should have relevant experience and strong organizational skills. The position offers growth opportunities in a dynamic team environment, with a salary based on experience and benefits including paid time off. Join Our Dynamic and Expanding Design Team! Are you a motivated self-starter with a passion for residential design, sustainability and permitting? We’re seeking a Residential Design/Solar/Construction and Permitting Drafter to join our growing team. This is a full time role with a well-established solar company that is expanding into exciting new business ventures. Salary will be based off experience. What You’ll Do: As part of our team, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting residential design and solar permitting projects by: • Drafting and modeling with Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, and CAD with precision and efficiency. • Reviewing and addressing redlines with attention to detail. • Submitting plans for permits, tracking their progress, and updating the lead designer on project developments. • Conducting field measurements and translating them into accurate plans. • Building, creating, and maintaining a comprehensive detail library. • Collaborating on residential architecture and interior design projects. • Optionally contributing to marketing and social media efforts. What We’re Looking For: • Proficiency and hands-on experience with Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, and CAD are essential. • A background in architecture, residential interior design, or solar/construction design. • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and timelines. • Experience with Photoshop for design presentations or marketing materials is a plus. • A proactive, self-driven mindset and strong problem-solving skills. • Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality. • Strong Communication skills to effectively email with clients and local jurisdictions. • Reliable transportation to submit plans in person or pick up finishes Why Join Us? • Be part of an established company with over 20 years of success, now entering exciting new markets. • Work in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development. How to Apply: Send your resume, portfolio (if applicable), and a brief introduction about yourself and your career goals to adminassist@seg.energy. Applications will be accepted until 1/31/2025. Let’s design and build a brighter future together! Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Paid time off Schedule: • Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: • Grass Valley, CA 95945: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Grass Valley, CA 95945
See More Details >>About BoxPower: BoxPower is on a mission to provide clean, reliable, affordable energy ANYWHERE. BoxPower’s ecosystem of software and hardware solutions optimize performance and accelerate the deployment of microgrids. BoxPower’s hybrid solar microgrids offer immediate savings over line hardening, upgrades, and maintenance in remote areas. Our fire-safe systems provide a permanent energy supply to replace traditional utility lines. We work with community groups and public utilities to ensure everyone has access to safe, clean, reliable energy. About the Role: The Project Manager’s primary responsibility is to take projects from the point of contract signing to the point of contract completion. The Project Manager will interface with BoxPower’s internal technical teams, external/subcontracted engineers, external/subcontracted contractors and installers, technical customers, and non-technical customers to turn signed contracts to completed contracts. This role reports to Director of Projects. This role has no immediate direct reports. The salary range for this role is $90,000-$120,000 per year depending on experience and extended responsibilities. This role can be performed remotely, hybrid or in-person role at BoxPower HQ in Grass Valley, CA with travel expectations to-site or Grass Valley HQ as required. Responsibilities: • Manage non-technical project activities, including: • Budgeting, including accounting of all project costs and actions to keep project costs on-budget or under budget. • Managing gross profit margin for each project ensuring timely change orders and cost down efforts. • Scheduling, including forward-looking scheduling of all project activities and actions to keep project costs on-schedule or ahead-of-schedule. • Managing deliverables, including coordination, quality control (self-performed or delegated) and submission of technical and non-technical deliverables being submitted to project stakeholders. • Permitting, including planning, environmental, civil, NEPA, CEQA, AQMD, Fire. • Managing contractual progress and filing for Change Orders when necessary. • Tracking on-site work progress to stay on schedule and stay ahead of Change Orders from subcontractors. • Managing CNI and utilities scale projects. • Manage the relationship and communication with the customer, including: • Scheduling meetings with relevant stakeholders to solve project problems. • Communicating and negotiating change orders with the customer. • Communicating and justifying changes to budget, schedule, work plan, etc. to customer. • Incorporating customer feedback into the project, when appropriate. • Manage the relationships and communications with various subcontractors, including: • Managing contracting and execution of subcontracted work. • Working with other BoxPower personnel to create contracts for subcontractors. • Resolving changes, issues, and work defects between subcontractor, BoxPower stakeholders, and other external stakeholders • Manage payments to subcontractors. • Manage project-specific communications between internal BoxPower stakeholders, including Project Engineering, Product Engineering, Business Development, Field Services. • Support process creation activities, including: • Creating templates and trackers for project activities. • Providing input to the operations department on what templates and tools would improve efficiency. Skills and Qualifications: • Minimum 3 years of experience in managing projects from contracting to commissioning. • Utility project experience a plus. • MS Word, MS Excel, MS Projects expertise • Knowledge of NetSuite and experience with the application. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Strong Construction estimating background • Construction Management experience Educational Background and Experience: • A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred. • Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) is a plus. Working at BoxPower: BoxPower is a dynamic start-up entering its 8th year of operations, located in beautiful Grass Valley, California. We provide a casual workplace with flexible work options. Our Headquarters office is a dog-friendly office. Currently, we provide medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees and unlimited PTO plans. All employees receive equity options and have the opportunity to contribute to a non-matching 401K retirement savings account   
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Grass Valley, CA, typically begins with specialized training and apprenticeship programs, which combine hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge. These programs, which can last from several months to a couple of years, are crucial for mastering the skills needed to install and maintain solar panels. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with a significant presence in California. In Grass Valley, the average weekly wage for solar professionals is approximately $1,070, with potential for overtime earnings that can significantly boost annual income. Training programs and apprenticeships are available through various trade schools and industry organizations, providing a pathway to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $110,000 annually for experienced professionals.
