Program & Relations Manager - Solect Energy

Solect Energy is a leading provider of solar and energy storage solutions for businesses, schools, cities, towns, and nonprofits in the Northeast, with over 800 installed projects totaling more than 160 MW. With a team of experts in development, technology, policy, incentives, and financing, we offer a comprehensive approach to help our clients reduce energy costs and maximize their solar and storage investments. Our Operations & Maintenance team serves more than 700 customers, maintaining a 99% renewal rate each year. Based in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, Solect is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pattern Energy Group.

General Summary

The Program & Relations Manager is responsible for developing Solect’s contractor program framework and enabling a strong partner ecosystem by expanding and supporting Solect Energy’s network of electrical and mechanical contractors. This role focuses on sourcing and onboarding new contractors and building strong, mutually beneficial relationships that support construction capacity, safety, quality, and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Contractor Network Development & Sourcing: Identify, recruit, evaluate, and onboard new electrical and mechanical contractors; negotiate scopes, deliverables, and performance expectations.
• Contractor Onboarding & Integration: Lead contractor onboarding, including coordination of Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with Legal and alignment with business operations; ensure contractors understand Solect standards, safety protocols, and operational workflows.
• Contractor Relationship Management & Engagement: Maintain proactive communication through regular calls, meetings, and site visits; cultivate strong, partnership-driven relationships; serve as the primary relationship owner for contractor engagement.
• Contractor Program Coordination: Interface with Safety to reinforce contractor alignment with Solect safety protocols; coordinate with project management teams to review trends, feedback, and lessons learned.
• Contractor Performance Visibility & Continuous Improvement: Monitor contractor performance trends using punch lists and leadership feedback; facilitate lessons learned discussions and identify improvement actions.
• Internal Coordination & Program Development: Partner with Pre-Construction, Construction, Logistics, Safety, and Executive Leadership to improve contractor program effectiveness and scalability.

Desired Skills & Experience

Essential Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in contractor management, construction operations, pre-construction, program management, or related roles.
• Demonstrated experience sourcing, vetting, onboarding, and managing contractor relationships.
• Strong business acumen with proven negotiation and relationship-building capability.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).
• Excellent interpersonal communication, organizational skills, and ability to build trust with contractor ownership and leadership.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in solar, electrical, mechanical, or commercial construction.
• Experience scaling contractor networks in high-growth construction environments.

Travel Requirement

This position requires occasional travel to contractor locations and company facilities as needed to support business operations. Travel is intermittent and represents a limited portion of overall responsibilities.

Solect Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, disability, medical condition, genetic predisposition to a disease, lawful off-duty conduct or political activities, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

The expected starting pay range for this role is $78,000 - $112,000 USD. This range is an estimate, and base pay may vary above or below these amounts based on several factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees at all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, an employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, a 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contributions, and employee referral bonuses.

Solect Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, disability, medical condition, genetic predisposition to a disease, lawful off-duty conduct or political activities, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Special Position Requirements

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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