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Project Coordinator

Full Time – Denver

OUR VISION
To be an unstoppable force in the responsible energy transition, rethinking conventional forms of energy and helping everyone do the same.

OUR MISSION
To power the world with creative and proven renewable energy solutions.

COMPANY SUMMARY:
SunShare started a movement in 2011 with a simple idea: to give anyone with an electricity bill access to solar energy. Over a decade later, we’ve created something even bigger — a new way for utilities and consumers to move from centralized power generation to distributed energy, tap the power of the private sector, and tackle climate change in a cost-effective manner. SunShare is America’s oldest and most experienced community solar company. We develop, own, operate, and subscribe all of our projects, providing our customers and stakeholders an unparalleled experience. We believe making clean energy choices for businesses, institutions, homeowners, and renters should be easy and affordable, and that anyone with an electric bill should have the option to enjoy clean, solar energy. SunShare is a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly driven company, having developed more than 120 MWs of operational solar projects for both large and small utilities. Our unique focus is developing and operating community-based solar projects. Headquartered in Denver, we are committed to hiring and developing the best talent from around the world. All full time SunShare employees are treated as company owners and receive equity ownership in the form of stock options.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Project Coordinator will be engaged in a fast-paced and innovative organization with a high performing team. They will be responsible for assisting the Development & Construction teams by ensuring smooth internal operations and successful execution of project pipelines. The ideal candidate for this role will be one who enjoys implementing and improving organizational processes. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting where no two days are exactly the same. The Project Coordinator brings order to chaos, enjoys working with team members across multiple business units, and ensures that SunShare’s project portfolio monitoring and reporting is accurate.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

This position will work closely with and report to the Project Manager while supporting the development of current and future project pipelines. This position will play a critical role in ensuring that SunShare achieves project milestones and pipeline goals.

  • Work closely with the Project Manager to provide accurate project data and document deliverables related to all project stage gates (site control, permitting, interconnection, construction documents, etc.).
  • Support due diligence efforts on an as-needed basis by creating and managing necessary data rooms and supporting checklist efforts throughout transactions.
  • Work closely with the development team on the submission of application materials to utility programs; support with Quality Assurance of submitted application materials to ensure expedited and accurate applications.
  • Monitor and track project status for all project applications; manage data entry and tracking for the same; support the development team in creating reporting for all project applications with an eye towards accuracy and audience.
  • Monitor and track prospect status for all land development efforts; manage and support data entry and tracking for the same; support the development team in creating reporting for all prospects with an eye towards accuracy and audience.
  • Assist the operations team with tracking project schedules for all projects by performing data entry from land development status, interconnection status, permitting status, construction status, and cost / spend status on an as-needed basis.
  • Assist with improving SunShare’s project management tools, templates, and project schedules to drive and measure project timelines, cost, and overall success.
  • Support the development team on an as-needed basis with research, data entry, reporting, document control, process improvement, etc.
  • Support Development Managers with Land Use Permitting efforts on an as-needed basis by providing document control, project information, county and state-specific research, etc.
  • Manage communication and requests from SunShare’s development team to SunShare’s marketing team; prepare draft collateral for review by marketing on an as-needed basis.

            QUALIFICATIONS:

            • 1 – 2 years professional experience as a project coordinator preferred.
            • PMP certification preferred, but not required.
            • A desire to grow within the solar or renewable energy field required.
            • Proficiency using Microsoft Office, Adobe, Google Suite.
            • Proficiency using Smartsheet, Salesforce, and Google Earth a plus.
            • Proficiency using ArcGIS an even greater plus.
            • High level of organizational skills.
            • Attention to detail and good problem-solving skills.
            • Professional, friendly, curious, energetic team player
            • Tenacity and a positive mental attitude.

            COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
            Base salary of $50,000-$65,000, depending on experience. Additionally, every full-time employee of SunShare receives stock options in the company, with the goal of allowing employees to participate in the increased value that they create. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company, company sponsored disability coverage, company sponsored life insurance coverage, eligibility to participate in a 401(k) plan, and eligibility to participate in SunShare’s stock option plan.

            Applications will be accepted on a rolling-basis until position is filled.

            Culture

            What We Offer

            SunShare offers industry competitive packages and benefits. We are a truly diverse team of passionate, clean energy aficionados with a vibrant culture. 

            We’re Friendly!

            No, really. It’s one of our company values! We strive to be our friendliest selves to our teams, customers, and community. We also embrace and actively nurture diversity.

            Great Location

            We spend a lot of time together so it’s important to have a nice environment. Our Denver offices are professionally designed and are right in the heart of the city. We also offer virtual-office flexibility as needed.

            We Love Animals

            We care about the Earth and all creatures in it, but we ESPECIALLY like dogs! Our dogs are part of the SunShare team and report to our CKO (Chief K-9 Officer).

            We’re Fun

            Balance and camaraderie with colleagues is important. We are hard-working and results-driven professionals, but we like to celebrate our wins, cut-loose together, and have a laugh.

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