Solar Development Associate Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for alternative power solutions?  Do you love solving for the complex power needs of large-scale construction projects?  Are you looking for a company that is constantly trying to push the boundaries of what it means to offer a better construction solution by using design/build?  If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will excite you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

ARCO/Murray is currently looking for a Solar Project Manager to join our Power Solutions team based in Downers Grove, Illinois.  The Solar Project Manager will be responsible for sales, project execution, and overall performance of alternative energy projects with a key focus on delivery of Solar projects. 

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 100% paid parental leave

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

• Play a key role as part of the Power Solutions team delivering turnkey power solutions to our clients
• Lead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of project from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeout
• Actively design Solar solutions using innovative in-house tools in support of our design/build sales process
• Review available incentives through in-house research and external partnerships
• Articulate system long-term financial performance in support of the sales effort of Solar projects
• Oversee equipment selection, buyout process, and logistics for full project scope
• Advise on the Solar readiness of existing facilities and guide construction teams in achieving Solar readiness for new construction projects
• Interface with clients, contractors, and vendors on technical issues to provide key guidance on the implementation of solar solutions
• Work with Project Superintendent and Foreman to develop and review project schedule and site logistics
• Track and manage project performance vs budget; prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reports
• Participate in budgeting, scheduling, and staff management
• Work as an integral part of team procuring solar panels, inverters, and other associated power components from our supplier and distributor networks
• Utilize and expand our national and international network of equipment suppliers
• Assist in business development activities by finding solutions to complex projects as part of a client-facing, multi-disciplined team
• Assist in the development of Solar, CHP, Micro-grid solutions as part of master power planning for clients
• Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations

• BS in Engineering or related field
• 2-5 years project management or engineering design experience
• Preferred past experience delivering alternative energy solutions is a plus
• BIM experience (Revit and AutoCAD) is a plus
• Experience creating design spreadsheets or coding scripts is a plus
• Able to organize, plan and manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 5,500 design-build projects across 48 states and 38 major cities nationwide. We ranked #3 on the ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms list, and #17 on the ENR Top 400 Contractors list in 2023. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person that can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is, “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. 

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