Application Guide
How to Apply for OTS Materials & Contracting Coordinator (Remote)
at SOLV Energy
🏢 About SOLV Energy
SOLV Energy is a leader in utility-scale solar construction, known for pioneering cleaner power and brighter futures across North America. As a remote-friendly company, they offer flexibility while working on impactful renewable energy projects that contribute to a sustainable future.
About This Role
This role is critical to ensuring smooth project execution by coordinating contracts, materials, and orders with integrators and vendors. You'll bridge the gap between project drawings and actual equipment, directly influencing project timelines and budgets.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day starts with checking emails for new contract requests or vendor updates. You might review project drawings against BOMs, issue RFPs to integrators, and update the materials tracking spreadsheet. Afternoon involves monitoring OTS accounts for connectivity issues and coordinating with estimating on material pricing for upcoming bids.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For
- Has at least 2 years of utility-scale solar experience, understanding the unique challenges of large-scale solar projects.
- Can read and interpret technical drawings (e.g., single-line diagrams, site plans) and reconcile them with BOMs.
- Proficient in Smartsheet, MS Project, or P6 for tracking orders and contracts; Power BI for reporting.
- Strong communicator who can manage multiple vendors and internal stakeholders, with a knack for cost tracking and budget management.
📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy
Tailor your resume to highlight specific experience with RFP/RFQ coordination and contract management in solar.
Mention any familiarity with OTS accounts (Cradlepoint, ATT/Verizon, Starlink) or similar telecom equipment.
Demonstrate proficiency in Smartsheet or similar project management tools by giving examples of tracking systems you've built.
Include a portfolio or examples of datasheet repositories or BOM-to-drawing reconciliations you've managed.
In your cover letter, directly address how your utility-scale solar experience aligns with SOLV Energy's project scope.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Emphasize your utility-scale solar experience and familiarity with integrators and MET vendors.', 'Showcase your ability to manage multiple active projects and coordinate contracts simultaneously.', 'Highlight your technical skills in reading drawings and using project management software like Smartsheet.', "Express enthusiasm for remote work and SOLV Energy's mission of pioneering cleaner power."]
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 scale (MW capacity).
- → Understand their typical integrator and MET vendor relationships (e.g., who are common partners?).
- → Learn about their remote work culture and how they manage coordination across distributed teams.
- → Check if they use specific software like Procore or Smartsheet extensively and familiarize yourself with it.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Failing to show specific utility-scale solar experience; residential or commercial solar is not a substitute.
- Omitting technical skills like reading drawings or using Smartsheet/MS Project; these are core to the role.
- Not demonstrating cost tracking or budget management experience; the role requires financial oversight.
📅 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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