General Superintendent - Public Works Solar

Key Responsibilities: 

• Travels to active job sites (100%) Areas of travel include but not limited to: The Central Valley, Northern California, and Santa Cruz. 
• Provides overall management and direction for multiple Public Works projects, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget execution.
• Prioritizes and assigns work to maximize productivity, minimize safety risks, and meet budget/schedule targets.
• Acts as the primary liaison between field crews, project management, customers, and utility companies for all construction activities.
• Interprets and enforce adherence to construction drawings, specifications, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable codes (NEC, UBC, OSHA).
• Regularly visits job sites to monitor progress, resolve issues, conduct quality/safety inspections, and provides timely project status updates.
• Recruits, trains, develops, schedules, and manages installation field staff, including apprentices.
• Reviews and approves payroll for self-perform crews in coordination with department leadership.
• Ensures field staff completes required daily documentation, including reports, JHAs, and tailgate meeting notes.
• Enforces safety compliance and supports onboarding and ongoing training requirements in partnership with the Safety Manager.
• Utilizes construction management software to manage budgets, schedules, materials, and project documentation.
• Monitors labor, materials, delays, and mobilizations; identifies budget variances and forecasts final project costs.
• Ensures all materials and equipment delivery paperwork is accurate and submitted on time.
• Partners with project managers to address field issues impacting schedules, budgets, or quality.
• Completes required administrative duties, including training records, inspection reports, and project closeout materials.
• Promptly and thoroughly reviews all requested health and safety training provided, asking questions for any topic not clearly understood.
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. 
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/ Experience: 

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent required. 
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of construction field experience, with at least 5 years in a superintendent or senior supervisory role required.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license preferred. 
• OSHA 30 certification required (or obtained within 90 days of hire).
• Must complete background & MVR check with acceptable results.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Expert-level knowledge of construction sequencing, manpower allocation, and productivity optimization, along with proficiency in construction management software such as Procore or MS Project. 
• Experience with civil construction. Experience with public contracts a plus. 
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control skills, paired with exceptional organizational abilities to manage multiple sites at once.
• Effective communication and leadership to influence and motivate teams, as well as skill in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making under pressure. 
• Advanced knowledge of NEC, UBC, OSHA standards, and general construction codes. 
• Extensive experience managing large-scale Commercial & Public Works construction projects, preferably in solar or electrical trades. 

 Equipment Used:

• Telephone, copier, laptop/ computer, headset, hand tools, power tools, PPE
• Typical Physical Demands:
• Ability to operate motor vehicle regularly
• Carry up to 50lbs occasionally
• Lift up to 50lbs occasionally
• Pull up to 50lbs occasionally
• Reach, Climb, Crawl, Kneel Crouch occasionally

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching (up to 3.5% match)
• Cell phone stipend
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance (paid for by company) 
• Paid Holidays (6)
• Paid time off (begin accruing day 1)
• Sick Leave
• Vision Insurance