Project Manager II - Solar Vegetation Management
On-siteHillsdale, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Lead complex ecological restoration projects from opportunity development through construction close-out, independently managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring regulatory compliance. Develop project schedules, build and manage budgets, lead cross-functional team meetings, and coordinate subcontractors during field execution phases. Resolve project challenges, mitigate risks, and communicate updates with clients and regulators using RES's Best Management Practices. Travel 25–50% of the time between South Illinois, Northern Missouri, and Indiana to inspect active sites and conduct team check-ins. Prepare financial reports and review technical documents while driving results with minimal supervision.
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in applied sciences, environmental engineering, construction management, or a related field—or equivalent experience
- At least 6 years of experience in engineering, construction, or environmental project work
- 3+ years of direct project management experience, including ownership of scope, schedule, and budget
- Proficiency with project management tools, such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent
- Experience managing subcontractors, consultants, and vendors
- Ability to lead complex projects independently, with limited supervision
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills
- Previous experience in solar vegetation management and/ or civil infrastructure or civil construction
- You can expect to travel up to 25–50% of the time, particularly during project kickoffs, field execution phases, and regulatory milestones
- The geography covered lies between South Illinois, Northern Missouri and Indiana
Desired Qualifications
- PMP certification, PE/PG license, or relevant advanced degree
- Experience managing ecological restoration, mitigation banking, or conservation projects
- Knowledge of environmental permitting and compliance
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