Engineering Portfolio Manager

Solar Landscape

Engineering Portfolio Manager overseeing solar energy projects from development to construction. Solar Landscape leads in commercial rooftop solar development across the U.S.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeAsbury Park • Illinois, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Experience with utility-scale and/or C&I solar portfolios preferred
Knowledge of energy storage systems (BESS) integration preferred
Familiarity with software such as AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope, or similar preferred
PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Training / Professional development opportunities
401(k) with 4% company match
Summer Fridays
Flexible remote/hybrid work options
Paid parental leave
Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

solar PV system designenergy modellingproject managementtechnical risk mitigationportfolio performance metricscompliance with codesinterconnection standardsenergy storage systems integrationutility coordinationcontinuous improvement initiatives

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementorganizational skillsproblem-solvingteam collaborationproactive approachadaptabilitytime managementattention to detail

Certifications

PE licensePMP certification