Nelnet Renewable Energy began from Nelnet, a company that started 40-plus years ago with a purpose to serve our customers and communities. Over the years, our corporate color green has taken on new meaning as we’ve applied multiple capabilities to our passion for supporting a transition to renewable energy. Learn more about who we are, what we do – and the many ways we can help you achieve your sustainability and financial goals.

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert.

Nelnet Renewable Energy offers a vast portfolio of solutions to help support residents, commercial and industrial customers, landowners, developers, investors, CleanTech and ClimateTech innovators, and educational institutions in meeting their renewable energy goals. As a large, diversified company driven by a purpose to serve, we deliver broad expertise, innovative solutions, financial capital, and established networks to help our customers and partners power a more sustainable future.

Nelnet Renewable Energy is proud to be a Nelnet company. Founded over 45 years ago, Nelnet is a publicly traded (NYSE: NNI), investment-grade company offering a diverse set of solutions across a wide range of markets and industries. Our involvement in renewable energy began in 2018 with a commitment to fund over $142 million for the building of solar energy projects via tax equity financing. Since then, our commitment grew, leading us to develop a new brand, Nelnet Renewable Energy, offering a range of renewable energy solutions. In 2022, we acquired leading engineering, procurement, and construction firm GRNE Solar, enabling us to offer expert residential, commercial, and small utility-scale installation services.

The Senior Project Manager will efficiently execute solar installations from the sales handoff to utility completion and beyond, as well as lead and mentor Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers. The ideal candidate is someone with a track record of effectively executing mid- to large-scale solar installations, who can efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously, and has strong customer service and leadership skills. The candidate must also show a strong sense of teamwork, as our company relies on working together to accomplish goals.

*Pay range for this role is $130,000-$150,000 annually, depending on experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Enforce the values of the company on each job site and ensure accuracy and professionalism is maintained

2. Follow company Standard Operating Procedures, rules, and OSHA safety requirement.

3. Enforce the message to all project stakeholders that safety is our number one priority

4. Oversee projects as directed, in both the preconstruction and construction phases, by working with local municipalities and utilities.

5. Manage complex installation and clients.

6. Lead, manage, and mentor a team of up to 5 Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.

7. Assist with the development and implementation of SOP’s.

8. Coordinate and review the digital design of a commercial solar PV system

9. Work with Sales Team members and customers to secure a project timeline

10. Work with the Engineering Team or EORs to ensure production of accurate system designs and permitting/utility documentation

11. Work with Construction Management Team to schedule installation crews or contract and manage external subcontractors according to production timelines

12. Maintain project documentation and file structure

13. Oversee procurement of materials with the help of our Procurement Team to ensure project schedule is maintained

14. Manage relationships with customers and vendors as necessary

15. Communicate with company leadership on the status of projects

16. Stay up to date on industry trends and new technologies.

17. Act as a mentor and resource for PM 1, PM 2, and APM level associates, to aid in their growth and understanding as we build towards Operational Excellence.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS/BA degree, preferably with a focus in construction, or equivalent education and/or experience.

• 3+ years of progressive responsibility in solar project management or experience (required)

• 3+ years permitting experience, to include both ministerial and AHJ levels.

• 3+ years procurement experience

COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

• Proven Client Management skills with challenge and demanding clients

• Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

• Knowledge of basic electrical design, theory, and concepts

• Ability to work independently under pressure, to organize and prioritize workloads, and to keep several projects progressing to completion with little or no direction.

• Ability to weigh options, foresee consequences, and employ good judgment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

• Demonstrated sense of urgency and ownership in all assignments

• Ability to collaborate closely with other team members on a wide variety of projects.

• Prepares timely and accurate paperwork

• Supervise up to 5 direct reports.

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Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK (http://nelnetinc.com/careers/benefits/) .

Nelnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with Executive Order 11246, and takes affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net .

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

You may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible.

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