What is the salary of a Solar Energy Installation Manager?

The typical salary range is $55,083 - $110,166 per year.

ConstructionGrowing

Solar Energy Installation Manager

Operational-level

Also known as: Commercial Field Manager, Commercial Solar Superintendent, Commercial Subcontractor, Installation Manager

ConstructionBachelor's Degree

Job Description

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

Solar EnergyRenewable EnergyPhotovoltaicsConstruction ManagementEnergy SystemsConstructionProject ManagementBuildingSkilled Trade

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies

Autodesk AutoCAD Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D Autodesk Revit Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Project Microsoft Visio Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management Procore software SAP software Salesforce software Trimble SketchUp Pro

Future Perspective

Growing Job Market

This field is experiencing expansion with increasing job opportunities and career advancement potential. Market demand is rising, with new positions being created.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will likely enhance project planning, logistics, and predictive maintenance for solar installations, optimizing crew deployment and material flow. It may also automate parts of site assessment and quality control through computer vision, freeing managers to focus on complex problem-solving and team leadership.

Salary

$55,083 - $110,166 per year

Estimated for US-wide average

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position