Application Guide
How to Apply for HV Project Manager
at SOLV Energy
🏢 About SOLV Energy
SOLV Energy is a leader in utility-scale solar and energy storage, with a strong focus on safety and innovation. They pioneer cleaner power across North America, offering the chance to work on impactful projects that advance renewable energy infrastructure.
About This Role
As an HV Project Manager, you'll oversee substation construction from kickoff to energization, managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractors. Your work ensures safe, reliable integration of solar projects into the grid, directly contributing to the clean energy transition.
💡 A Day in the Life
Typically, you'll start with a safety briefing and review project schedules. You might lead a coordination call with utilities, then visit a substation site to inspect progress, manage subcontractors, and address any technical issues. Afternoons often involve budget tracking, procurement approvals, and preparing for energization readiness reviews.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For
- Experienced in substation projects from 69kV to 500kV, with at least 5 years in design, construction, or commissioning.
- Proven leader who can manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors while coordinating with utilities and relay testing teams.
- Familiar with substation components (transformers, breakers, SCADA) and safety standards like NFPA 70E.
- Preferred: PE or PMP certification; NFPA 70E 'Qualified Person' status is a plus.
📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy
Highlight specific substation projects you've led, especially those involving 69kV-500kV and utility coordination.
Quantify your experience with budget management and schedule tracking for substation construction.
Mention any familiarity with relay testing, energization readiness reviews, or SCADA integration.
If you have NFPA 70E training or PE/PMP, place it prominently near the top of your resume.
Tailor your cover letter to emphasize safety compliance and experience with energized high-voltage equipment.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Emphasize your hands-on experience managing substation projects from kickoff to energization.', 'Showcase your ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate with utilities.', 'Highlight your commitment to safety, especially around high-voltage equipment and NFPA 70E standards.', "Mention specific solar or renewable energy projects you've contributed to, aligning with SOLV Energy's mission."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review SOLV Energy's recent utility-scale solar projects and their substation integration approaches.
- → Understand their safety culture and any specific safety programs or certifications they emphasize.
- → Look into the company's geographic focus and typical substation voltage levels in their projects.
- → Check for any news or press releases about new substation or interconnection projects they've completed.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't downplay safety; this role requires strict adherence to NFPA 70E and energized equipment protocols.
- Avoid vague descriptions of substation experience; be specific about voltage levels and components.
- Don't ignore the need for utility coordination experience; it's critical for this role.
📅 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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