47-1011.03

Solar Energy Installation Managers

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

2.9OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

Your job is remarkably safe from AI

Safer than 27% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 17% probability of automation for this role
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27%
of jobs safer
745
jobs riskier than this
+5.3%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Physical Robots

Physical robotics, autonomous machines, and automated equipment are the main threat to the physical tasks in this occupation.

AI project management and workforce scheduling tools can optimize installer routing and track permitting status for solar projects, reducing coordination overhead for installation managers. Site safety management, managing installer crews in variable field conditions, troubleshooting installation issues on unfamiliar rooftops, and managing subcontractor relationships require experienced on-site human managers. This role is growing rapidly due to IRA incentives driving solar deployment, and through 2027 the installation backlog far exceeds any efficiency gains from AI coordination tools.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$78,690
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+5.3%
Faster than average
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 3 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (2)
Mixed
Active Listening75%
Speaking72%
Service Orientation70%
Coordination68%
Time Management65%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →