"While solar energy is growing in South Carolina, so are the leadership roles within the industry – and that’s how I ended up in my position. I started as a technician, ready to put in the work and be a part of an industry that could provide me longevity in my career. I was installing panels, which required working with electrical systems, knowledge of mounting and wiring, and understanding codes and regulations.

Six years of hands-on experience, learning from mentors, and a willingness to help my community save money put me in the position I'm in today. Now I lead a team. I guide the crew to create solar solutions, make sure we're staying on time and on budget, and remind them that our work keeps money in people's pockets and gets us closer to becoming a clean energy state."

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Job Description

SOC Code: 47-1011

Solar Energy Installation Managers direct work crews installing residential or commercial solar photovoltaic or thermal systems.*

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Top Job Skills:

• Customer service
• Identify opportunities
• Record keeping
• Project planning
• Budget management

General Work Activities:

• Mental Processes
  • Plan layout of construction, installation, or repairs
  • Estimate construction project labor requirements
  • Create construction or installation diagrams
  • Analyze costs and benefits of proposed designs or projects
• Interacting With Others
  • Coordinate construction project activities
  • Communicate with other construction or extraction personnel to discuss project details
  • Order construction or extraction materials or equipment
• Information Input
  • Estimate construction project costs
  • Test green technology installations in order to verify performance
  • Assess locations for potential green technology installations

Source: SC Works Online Services (SCWOS)

*All data is factual, but names, Images, and quotations have been adapted to protect the Identity of employees and businesses.

Job Statistics

Examples of Workforce Areas with Job Openings

• Trident
• Greenville
• Upper Savannah
• Waccamaw
• Lowcountry
• Upstate

Source: SC Works Online Services. Ask an SC Works representative for more information about postings in your area.

Examples of Employers with Job Openings

• EMPWR Solar
• Detail Solar, LLC
• US Energy Solutions

Source: SC Works Online Services. Ask an SC Works representative for more information about postings in your area

Related Occupations

• Solar Photovoltaic Installers
• Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors
• Construction Managers
• Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians
• Project Management Specialists

NOTE: All data based on state averages. Information may vary depending on region, experience, and specific employment situation. Last Updated: 2025

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