Solar Project Developer Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Project Delivery & Controls 

• Lead end-to-end construction management for utility-scale solar projects, including greenfield developments and repowering programs. 

• Develop, maintain, and enforce detailed project plans covering scope, schedule, budget, procurement, and risk. 

• Own the project assumption book from development handoff through final completion and COD. 

• Drive proactive identification and resolution of scope, schedule, and cost risks before they become claims. 

• Manage change order processes rigorously - evaluate, negotiate, and approve or reject contractor requests with full documentation. 

• Ensure owner-furnished equipment is procured, delivered, and accepted on schedule to avoid contractor delay claims. 

Contractor & Stakeholder Management 

• Hold regular progress meetings; monitor, measure, and report GC performance against baseline schedule and budget. 

• Coordinate with PMO, Contract Managers, and internal support functions to align on reporting, issues, and escalations. 

• Support the development-to-execution transition, including permitting, detailed design reviews, and contract negotiations as needed. 

• Prepare and submit high-quality weekly, monthly, and milestone reports that give Senior Management clear visibility into project health. 

Safety, Quality & Compliance 

• Champion a zero-incident safety culture - enforce compliance with HSSEQ standards, site safe-work procedures, and all applicable regulations. 

• Monitor GC and subcontractor adherence to Health & Safety policies; escalate and correct non-conformances immediately. 

• Drive quality assurance and quality control throughout construction; ensure work meets design specifications and corporate standards. 

• Identify design and construction elements likely to generate disputes; intervene early to protect project outcomes. 

Financial Management 

• Own project cost management: track actuals vs. budget, manage cash flow forecasts, and review and approve contractor invoices. 

• Develop and implement contingency plans to recover cost or schedule slippage in collaboration with Senior Project Management. 

• Ensure all site staff fully understand project costs, funding requirements, and financial implications of scope changes. 

Qualifications and Skills:   

Your profile is a natural match if you have:  

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. 

• 5 years of engineering and construction experience, with a minimum of 5 years managing utility-scale solar PV projects from NTP through COD. 

• Proven track record managing EPC contracts on projects exceeding $50M in construction value. 

• Deep knowledge of solar PV systems, including civil/structural, electrical, and SCADA/commissioning phases. 

• Strong command of project controls: scheduling (MS Project or Primavera P6), cost tracking, change management, and risk registers. 

• Demonstrated ability to manage and hold accountable large general contractors and multi-trade subcontractor teams. 

• Excellent communication skills - able to translate complex construction issues for senior leadership, lenders, and JV partners. 

Skills: 

• Familiarity with BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) co-located projects preferred. 

• Familiarity with NERC, FERC, and utility interconnection requirements. 

• PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management certification preferred. 

• Prior experience with repowering or revamp projects on existing solar assets is a plus. 

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional site teams under pressure. 

What drives your application forward:  

• Proven success delivering utility-scale solar PV projects from NTP through COD on time and within budget. 

• Strong technical expertise across EPC execution, project controls, commissioning, and contractor management. 

• Effective leader and communicator with the ability to drive accountability across cross-functional project teams and stakeholders.