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Project ManagerNatural Forces Solar Dartmouth, NSNatural Forces Solar is a dynamic engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance company in the renewable energy sector. Based in Dartmouth, NS, Natural Forces Solar provides innovative, robust, and cost-effective renewable energy systems to clients across Canada.The ideal candidate will have a passion for renewable energy and will support our growing business by managing engineering, procurement, and construction of new renewable energy systems. The position will involve the following:Design ManagementUnderstanding the broad principals of electrical, civil and structural engineering including knowledge regarding the relevant IEC, cUL, & CSA standards.Working with Natural Forces Solars design team, third party engineering consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure the timely preparation & submission of engineering drawing packages and shop drawings.Value engineering based on project requirements, restrictions, & client preferences.Permitting & ApprovalsIdentifying & understanding existing regulations and zoning policies in various jurisdictions.Managing the preparation, submission, and processing of grid interconnection applications and municipal building & development permit applications.Project PlanningWorking with Natural Forces Solars Safety team to prepare project safety plans & ensuring all project stakeholders fully understand project safety requirementsPrepare project budgets, work breakdown structures, responsibility matrices, & schedulesAnalyzing factors that can influence project costs, schedule, quality, and riskPreparing & distributing solicitation documents to consultants, suppliers, and subcontractorsPreparing construction & procurement contracts, supplemental conditions, and other necessary commercial schedulesEvaluating subcontractor quotations against solicitation documentsLeading negotiations & contract clarificationsClient RelationsReviewing & discussing technical submission and project plans with clients to ensure that their requirements are met Discuss costs & benefits of options with clients in a clear & concise mannerProviding regular updates to clients during the planning & execution phases of their projectsProcurement ManagementWorking alongside Natural Forces Solars Operations team to ensure the timely delivery of shipments to project sitesEnsuring shipments are inspected upon arrival to the project site to ensure materials are present & in good conditionConstruction ManagementManaging subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule and on budgetManaging Natural Forces Solars installation crews and third-party subcontractors to ensure systems are installed according to manufacturers and engineers specificationsCompleting job-site set-up, site safety orientations, and toolbox talks, as requiredCompleting on-site quality & safety audits and problem solving, as requiredOther duties:Attending monthly JOHS Committee meetings and providing feedback to Natural Forces Solars Safety coordinatorMaintaining and enhancing Natural Forces Solars robust commitments to safety and strong safety cultureProviding regular updates to Natural Forces Solar Management during the planning & deployment phases of projectsEmploying continuous improvement best practices to provide relevant feedback to other Natural Forces Solar team members on topics such as design, component selection, subcontractor performance, scheduling, etc.Assisting Natural Forces Solars Design team by staying up to date on new renewable energy products and technologies that are entering the market and helping to determine if they are appropriate for upcoming projectsEducation & ExperienceUniversity degree or college diploma in science, engineering, technology, construction management, or other relevant fieldsMinimum 3 years of professional experience in the construction industryStrong communication skillsPrevious experience with interpreting engineering drawingsHighly organized & strong attention to detailAble to travel regularly within Atlantic Canada Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical to our clean energy mission. Natural Force Solar provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement. We celebrate diversity and commit to an inclusive environment where all voices are valued and heard.Dont meet every single requirement?Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification.At Natural Forces Solar we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if youre excited about this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.