Scott Stites
About Scott Stites
Scott Stites is a Project Manager and Director of Procurement at SOLV Energy, with over 17 years of experience in the construction and renewable energy sectors. He has managed significant photovoltaic projects across the United States and holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Construction Management from Kansas State University.
Work at Swinerton
Scott Stites has been employed at Swinerton since 2007, currently serving as a Project Manager. Over his 17 years with the company, he has played a significant role in managing various projects within the Greater San Diego Area. His contributions include involvement in Swinerton Renewable Energy's Technical Services Team, where he has managed over 1.5 GW of photovoltaic plants across the United States. Stites has also contributed to the delivery of over 1 GW of solar projects through turnkey EPC services.
Current Role at SOLV Energy
Since 2012, Scott Stites has held the position of Director of Procurement at SOLV Energy, where he has worked for 12 years in the Greater San Diego Area. In 2023, he transitioned to the role of Vice President of Project Development at SOLV Energy, where he has been for 11 months. His responsibilities in these roles encompass overseeing procurement processes and project development within the solar energy sector.
Previous Experience
Before his tenure at Swinerton and SOLV Energy, Scott Stites worked at Earth Tech, Inc. as a Project Engineer and Estimator from 1997 to 1999 in the Greater Los Angeles Area. He also served as a Land Development Manager at Centex Homes from 2005 to 2007 in Corona, California. His diverse experience in project engineering and land development has contributed to his expertise in the construction and renewable energy industries.
Education and Expertise
Scott Stites earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Construction Management from Kansas State University, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. His educational background has equipped him with the knowledge necessary to balance first-cost, life-cycle maintenance, and energy yield objectives, which are essential for comprehensive, long-term asset optimization in solar energy projects.