Lytegen - Manager - Project Execution

Job Title : Project Manager - Solar Operations

Location : Mohali / Chandigarh, India

Shift : Night Shift (U.S. Hours : 9 : 30 PM - 6 : 30 AM IST)

Employment Type : Full-Time, On-Site

About the Role

We are seeking a highly capable and proactive Project Manager to oversee end-to-end execution of solar projects, from contract initiation through final completion. This role demands strong ownership, exceptional coordination, and the ability to manage a high volume of active projects without losing momentum.

This is a hands-on position-not passive coordination. You will be responsible for driving progress, ensuring cross-functional alignment, anticipating issues before they arise, and preventing delays at every stage of the project lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with sales, operations, permitting, installation teams, and post-operations to deliver an efficient and seamless project experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, organized, and resourceful professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment supporting U.S.-based teams.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage 20-30 active solar projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time progression and full pipeline visibility.
• Drive project execution from contract signing through final completion, ensuring all tasks move forward efficiently and accurately.
• Coordinate across multiple departments including sales, operations, permitting, installation, and post-ops to keep each project on schedule.
• Identify bottlenecks early and take proactive steps to resolve or escalate them promptly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all assigned projects within the CRM.
• Track project milestones, SLAs, and dependencies to ensure timely completion.
• Communicate professionally and consistently with U.S.-based teams and customers.
• Ensure no project becomes idle or falls behind established timelines.
• Review documents, verify project requirements, and anticipate operational risks.
• Support continuous improvement of project timelines, workflows, and communication 5+ years of experience in project management or operations (solar, construction, or SaaS experience preferred).
• Proven track record managing high-volume, fast-moving projects with tight and competing deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills (U.S.-facing coordination).
• Strong organizational, coordination, and prioritization abilities.
• High problem-solving and comprehension skills; able to anticipate issues before they occur.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow-through.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional under pressure.
• Experience working with U.S. or international teams is preferred.

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