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Sandbox Solar

Solar Energy Consultant

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$36K - $200K/yr

We owe that to the dedication and grit of our founder and CEO, Ian Skor, and our amazing team of ... In fact, solar energy may not be the only thing you will be selling. Yes, pipeline management ...

Sandbox Solar

Solar Energy Consultant

Fort Collins, CO

$36K - $200K/yr

We owe that to the dedication and grit of our founder and CEO, Ian Skor, and our amazing team of ... In fact, solar energy may not be the only thing you will be selling. Yes, pipeline management ...

Solar Mason

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Scranton, PA · On-site +1

About Us Solar Mason is a trailblazing solar energy engineering, procurement, and construction ... The COO will be a key member of our senior management team, reporting only to the Chief Executive ...

Sandbox Solar

Solar Energy Consultant

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

We owe that to the dedication and grit of our founder and CEO, Ian Skor, and our amazing team of ... In fact, solar energy may not be the only thing you will be selling. Yes, pipeline management ...

Solar Mason

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Scranton, PA · On-site +1

About Us Solar Mason is a front-running solar energy engineering, procurement, and construction ... The successful candidate will work alongside other top executives and will have a major say in our ...

Energeiaworks

Chief Executive Officer

We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a rapidly scaling renewable energy developer ... solar development activities Identify and execute growth opportunities across existing and new ...

Solar Mason

Chief Audit Executive (CAE)

Scranton, PA · On-site +1

About Us Solar Mason is a pioneer in the solar energy industry, specializing in engineering ... We are currently seeking a Chief Audit Executive (CAE) to join our executive team. The CAE will be ...

Energeiaworks

CEO

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

The CEO will lead a rapidly scaling renewable energy development and asset management company with an established portfolio of operating wind assets and a growing pipeline of solar and battery ...

Solar Mason

Chief Legal Officer (CLO)

Scranton, PA · On-site +1

... energy transition through innovative and sustainable solar solutions. We are seeking a seasoned Chief Legal Officer (CLO) to join our executive team. The CLO will be responsible for safeguarding our ...

Solar Mason

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Scranton, PA · On-site +1

About Us Solar Mason is an emerging leader in the solar energy industry, offering comprehensive ... We are currently searching for a seasoned and analytical Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our ...

Qcells

Design Engineer

Highland Hills, OH · Hybrid

$75K - $95K/yr

... solar energy collection systems. This position reports to the Senior Project Engineering Manager, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position is located ...

Solar Mason

Chief Risk Officer (CRO)

Scranton, PA · On-site +1

About Us Solar Mason, headquartered in Scranton, PA, is a leading solar energy engineering ... We are seeking a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to join our executive team. The CRO will identify, assess ...

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How much do solar energy chief executive jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for solar energy chief executive in the United States is $124,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a solar energy chief executive do?

A Solar Energy Chief Executive leads and oversees the strategic direction and overall operations of a company involved in the solar energy sector. Their responsibilities include setting business goals, managing resources, developing partnerships, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving innovation in solar technology and services. They also play a key role in representing the company to investors, stakeholders, and the public while ensuring the organization remains competitive and sustainable in the renewable energy market.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a solar energy chief executive?

To excel as a Solar Energy Chief Executive, you need a strong background in energy management, business administration, and leadership, often supported by an advanced degree (MBA or engineering) and significant executive experience. Familiarity with renewable energy technologies, regulatory compliance systems, and financial modeling tools is essential. Outstanding strategic vision, negotiation skills, and the ability to inspire and lead diverse teams are critical soft skills for this role. These capabilities are crucial for driving organizational growth, ensuring regulatory adherence, and maintaining competitiveness in the evolving solar energy market.

What are the primary challenges a solar energy chief executive faces in leading a renewable energy company?

A Solar Energy Chief Executive often deals with challenges such as navigating evolving government regulations, managing rapid technological advancements, and competing in a dynamic energy market. They must balance long-term strategic planning with day-to-day operational oversight, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. Collaboration with engineers, policy makers, and investors is crucial, as is staying informed about industry trends to identify growth opportunities and mitigate risks. Success in this role frequently depends on strong leadership, adaptability, and the ability to inspire and align multidisciplinary teams toward common sustainability goals.

What is the difference between Solar Energy Chief Executive vs Solar Project Manager?

AspectSolar Energy Chief ExecutiveSolar Project Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, business, or related fields; industry certifications are a plusRequires a degree in engineering, construction management, or related fields; certifications like PMP are common
Work EnvironmentExecutive offices, boardrooms, strategic planning sessionsConstruction sites, project offices, team coordination
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by solar companies, energy firms, and large corporations overseeing solar initiativesUsed by solar installation companies, engineering firms, and project teams

The Solar Energy Chief Executive focuses on strategic leadership, company direction, and high-level decision-making, while the Solar Project Manager handles day-to-day project execution, team management, and technical oversight. Both roles are vital but differ significantly in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Solar Energy Chief Executive job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,409 per year, or $59.8 per hour.

Solar Energy Consultant

Fort Collins, CO • On-site

Sandbox Solar
Clean Energy Semiconductors Manufacturing • 1 - 10 employees
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$36K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Build and maintain long-term relationships with homeowners to educate and consult on energy solutions.

  • Manage pipeline, follow up with leads, and develop proposals and client presentations.

  • Engage in outreach activities such as networking, outbound communication, and community involvement to generate and nurture leads.

Job description

You may have the impression that selling Solar involves knocking on doors, pushing contracts, and trying to pressure homeowners into buying solar systems they don't need, want, or fully understand. In fact, if you've been around more than a decade, you've probably had solar companies knock on your own door attempting to sell services that way.
Churn-and-burn door knocking and other high-pressure sales tactics can trade your credibility as a sales professional for a quick paycheck. The numbers fade; the bad name sticks, and it can follow you long after the company has gone under.
That's not how Sandbox+ operates.
  • We're in it for the long haul.
  • We're relational.
  • We practice, embody and empower self-sufficiency
  • We come together as a team to be faster, smarter, and stronger.
  • We bring innovative solutions to complicated challenges.
  • And we have a hell of a lot of fun doing it.

Sandbox + is a movement of energy independence professionals relentlessly "Empowering the world to be self-sufficient."
We have been around for 11 years, with deeply established roots in Fort Collins, and the Northern Colorado communities. This is our home, and we were proud to be named as one of 2025's Colorado Companies to Watch. In fact, we are flourishing in a way that many in this industry can't. We've won many local, state, and national awards from organizations such as NoCO Style, Bizwest, Nextdoor, Denver Business Journal, Solar Power World, and the International Electrical Contractors Association. We owe that to the dedication and grit of our founder and CEO, Ian Skor, and our amazing team of expeditioners. We climb mountains others won't, in a way that others can't, and you won't find more determined, dedicated, and innovative people to work with. Interested yet?
Check out this video on what it's like to work here!
So about the role...
We have an opening in sales that's a little different from many solar sales positions - our Solar Energy Consultant. Since Sandbox+ focuses heavily on customer experience, referrals, operational quality, and long-term trust, this role is much more relationship-driven and consultative than the stereotypical high-pressure solar sales environment many people picture. In fact, solar energy may not be the only thing you will be selling.
Yes, pipeline management, outbound communication, networking, lead follow-up, and community involvement are all part of the role. But we're looking for someone who can build relationships, communicate clearly, educate customers, represent Sandbox+ professionally, and help homeowners optimize their energy ecosystem. Some of what you will be offering:
  • Solar Energy Solutions
  • Heat pumps
  • HVAC installation
  • Battery & charging systems
  • Service and maintenance packages

For this role, you'd have to have either:
A background in solar, home energy, or construction / roofing related sales
Or
HVAC Sales a Comfort Advisor, home heating, or related industries.
Bonus points for those who have both!
But either way, the successful candidate will have a curiosity for our style and values and a desire to not only be part of what we're building, but to learn how we're building. And the ability to cultivate long-term relationships with homeowners and speak confidently about energy systems, utility savings, incentives, rebates, payback periods, and long-term value.
You'd likely be successful here if you are good at
  • Building strong long-term customer relationships
  • Managing your pipeline and followup / follow-through effectively
  • Producing measurable results not just lipservice
  • Being self-sufficient in developing and managing your own proposals and client presentations
  • Engaging with the sales team in a collaborative, not competitive way
  • Anticipating challenges, overcoming barriers, and bringing innovative, thoughtful solutions

Heres what we require at a minimum
  • Valid Drivers License with a clean driving record (no major violations in the past 3 years)
  • 1-3 years of direct sales experience in home energy, hvac, or a related field
  • Excel, system design, presentation, and proposal software experience

If you've got a Bachelors Degree thats a huge bonus for us
This will not be the right opportunity for those who:
  • Are used to retail, quick, one-time transactions behind a counter and have never built ongoing, long-term relationships with clients.
  • Are uncomfortable with outreach, outbound calling, going to networking events, or initiating conversations with strangers.
  • Skip follow-ups, drop the ball, leave emails unanswered, or fail to loop back with clients or teammates.
  • Lack a strong presence, aren't confident, articulate, and professional enough to stand out during in-home visits and industry events.
  • Hate using software, resist using proposal tools, CRMS, basic sales tech, and view data entry as a waste of time.
  • Wait to be told what to do, if you lack personal drive, move slowly, or need a manager constantly pushing you to find the next deal.
  • Get easily overwhelmed, struggle to stay organized when juggling multiple active deals and clients at the exact same time.
  • Have a big ego, can't take feedback, refuse to learn from others, or put your own pride ahead of the team's success.

Lets get to the pay
A great relationship-builder who consistently develops trust, manages their pipeline well, and closes quality business can build a substantial income upwards of $200,000 (base + commission) while growing into even larger opportunities within Sandbox+.
A background check will be required for this role.
We estimate this job will be filled by September 30th, but we may extend it as needed.

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