Application Guide
How to Apply for Assistant Preconstruction Project Manager, Energy Storage (Remote)
at SOLV Energy
🏢 About SOLV Energy
SOLV Energy is a leader in utility-scale solar and energy storage, with a mission to pioneer cleaner power across North America. Working here means contributing to tangible environmental impact while being part of a team that values innovation and collaboration, even remotely.
About This Role
As an Assistant Preconstruction Project Manager for Energy Storage, you'll be the linchpin between design, procurement, and construction, ensuring projects are set up for success from the start. This role is critical in managing budgets, bids, and risk, directly influencing project profitability and timely execution.
💡 A Day in the Life
You'll start your day reviewing cost control reports and updating the job cost ledger. Mid-morning, you'll join a call with engineers to finalize bid packages, then spend the afternoon evaluating subcontractor bids and negotiating terms. Before wrapping up, you'll update the project schedule and coordinate with accounting on billing.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For
- A construction professional with 5+ years of experience and a knack for cost control, scheduling, and estimating in energy or heavy civil projects.
- Someone who thrives in remote collaboration, using tools like Bluebeam and MS Project to coordinate with engineers, accountants, and field teams.
- A detail-oriented leader who can manage multiple bid packages simultaneously while maintaining relationships with vendors and subcontractors.
- Proactive in risk management, with experience developing mitigation plans and negotiating contracts.
📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy
Tailor your resume to highlight specific energy storage or solar project experience, especially in preconstruction or estimating.
Quantify your achievements in cost savings, schedule adherence, or bid accuracy (e.g., 'Managed $10M in bid packages with 95% accuracy').
In your cover letter, mention your familiarity with remote work tools and how you build team cohesion virtually.
Emphasize any experience with Bluebeam Revu, MS Project, or similar industry software in your skills section.
Research SOLV Energy's recent energy storage projects and mention one in your application to show genuine interest.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your ability to manage cost control ledgers and job cost statements for complex energy projects.', 'Experience in soliciting and evaluating bids, ensuring alignment with scope and budget.', 'How you collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, accounting, and legal teams.', 'Your leadership in remote environments, organizing diverse teams and maintaining stakeholder relationships.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review SOLV Energy's project portfolio, especially their energy storage installations and any recent press releases.
- → Understand the company's safety record and commitment to sustainability beyond solar.
- → Learn about their organizational structure and how preconstruction interfaces with other departments.
- → Check their Glassdoor or LinkedIn for employee insights on remote work culture.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic resume without highlighting energy storage or preconstruction experience.
- Failing to demonstrate remote work competency, such as time management or virtual communication skills.
- Overlooking the importance of vendor/subcontractor relationship management in your application.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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