Solar Energy Installation Managers

Direct work crews installing residential or commercial solar photovoltaic or thermal systems.

SOC: 47-1011.03

Common Job Titles

Installation ManagerSolar Energy Installation ManagerSolar Installation Crew ForemanSolar Installation Manager
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Solar Energy Installation Managers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

806,080

Wage Distribution by Percentile

MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$51,290
10% of workers earn the following or more$126,690
Workers on average earn$84,500

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Building and Construction4.4/5
  • Customer and Personal Service4.2/5
  • Administration and Management3.7/5
  • Design3.5/5
  • Mechanical3.5/5
Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

Autodesk AutoCADAutodesk AutoCAD Civil 3DAutodesk RevitMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft WordOracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio ManagementProcore softwareSAP softwareSalesforce softwareTrimble SketchUp Pro

Technology Skills

Bentley STAADComputer aided design and drafting software CADDCost estimating softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareEsri ArcGISInventory tracking softwareMapping softwareMicrosoft SharePoint Server

Tools & Equipment

Acetylene torchesAdjustable hand wrenchesAdjustable widemouth pliersCaulking equipmentChannel lock pliersCharging pumpsCordless drillsCrimping lugs