Solar Construction Manager

Job Description

The Solar Construction Manager will oversee and direct the construction of projects from conception to completion. As a critical part of the deployment team, you will monitor and drive the project to stay on budget and schedule while ensuring compliance with engineering design, safety, and applicable codes.

Responsibilities/

• Work closely with the Project Manager and direct construction workers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Monitor site safety
• Oversee and manage construction projects from start to finish
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
• Review work progress on a daily basis, compared to overall project schedule, address course correction with workers, subcontractors, clients, and vendors
• Accept deliveries and inspect materials at project sites on a timely basis by the most effective, efficient means. Document and resolve issues.
• Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status.
• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
• Respond to work delays and emergencies. Analyze and mitigate risks.
• Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations.
• Interpret/ explain contracts and technical information to coordinate with external civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, roofing consultants/ contractors.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvements in project designs, plans, processes, and deployment.
• Collect commissioning and punch list data and provide contractors instruction on the proper method of remediation.
• Ensure QA/QC documentation is completed on-site accurately and delivered to the project team.
• Study supplier and subcontractor installation procedures and improve according to specifications.
• Lead on-site meetings with clients, contractors, utility, and other stakeholders.
• Initiate and maintain relationships with clients, building owners, contractors, and local community.
• Secure permits from local authorities to commence site activities.
• Ensure contractors meet the contractual conditions of performance.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proven working experience in solar construction management.
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes means and methods.
• Expertise in construction, particularly electrical work and safety management including OSHA, NFPA, NEC and incorporation of safety into the daily work
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process.
• Desire to work on-site during construction phase.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Strong technical aptitude with ability to deliver creative solutions.
• Self-driven, highly motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• High degree of attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to read and understand electrical, mechanical, civil and/or architectural drawings.
• Knowledge of commissioning requirements/procedures and ability to use technical equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical installations, roof repairs and lifting procedures.
• Experience with project closeout and ability to recognize and prevent deficiencies during construction.
• Certified or knowledgeable in Infrared Thermography of electrical equipment.
• Knowledge in using I-V Curve Tracer.
• Passion for sustainable power generation.

Experience & Education

• Four-year degree preferred – construction management or similar (or equivalent experience)
• Proven track record with 2 – 5 years of experience as a construction manager, with experience in renewable energy construction projects.
• OSHA 30 required.
• Experience working with clients in a rapidly evolving environment and developing creative solutions to meet conflicting needs.