Supervisor, Solar Energy Construction
TelamonCheneco, a Telamon Ventures Company, is a national solar partner with the expertise to design, develop and immediately deploy solar arrays in any configuration. Our highly trained team takes pride in delivering beautiful, well-engineered solar arrays. We have intentionally remained a boutique energy firm to ensure each client receives the dedicated attention and expert insight on which our reputation was built. Our team evaluates each client’s needs fully and holistically, first assessing and then presenting custom and tailored solutions. Having designed and financed North America’s largest airport-based solar farm at the Indianapolis International Airport and the nation’s largest rooftop installations for a transit authority (the IndyGo Bus Barn), Cheneco is a respected leader in solar design, engineering, traditional and tax equity financing, RFP and construction management.
Learn more at chenecoenergy.com
Benefits:
Telamon invests in our people with benefits that support health, family, and future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company match, dependent care FSA, life & disability coverage, voluntary plans, legal/ID protection, pet insurance, EAP
Financial: 401(k) with company match, annual bonus based on company performance, referral bonuses, discounts, phone allowance; field roles: travel pay, per diem, company-paid lodging, and company vehicle (if applicable)
Time Off & Flexibility: Flexible PTO for salaried roles; starting at 15 days (PTO with 2 floating holidays) for hourly roles; paid holidays, floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, company-paid sabbaticals, and hybrid/remote options
Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, annual professional development grants, online learning resources, leadership programs, and internal growth opportunities
Additional Benefits: Recognition programs, scholarships and educational stipends for children, company paid sabbaticals and company outings with access to local events.
Note: benefits eligibility may be based on employment status, tenure, location, or other factors
Classification:
exempt/salaried
Location/Schedule:
Report into office 1-2 days a week at 1000 E 116th St, Carmel, IN 46032
Traveling within 90 miles of Indianapolis, in the field 50-75% of the time
Job Summary:
The Solar Energy Construction Supervisor works to support the Construction Manager to manage ongoing solar construction projects in the field and provide support to customers under ongoing operations and maintenance contracts. This position interacts with the construction and electrical trades in a construction implementation capacity and provides hands-on construction and maintenance review, response plans and the implementation of the action needed to solve the problem. The associate works hand in hand with the Construction Manager to ensure that projects are effectively and efficiently managed and completed per the construction or maintenance schedules created by the Construction and Engineering Managers. This position would also help oversee the Operations and Maintenance program, including but not limited to troubleshooting issues in existing arrays, ongoing system monitoring, providing preventative maintenance reports.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) project delivery and operations & maintenance activities, ensuring quality execution from installation through ongoing system performance.
- Oversee and manage vendors and installation teams, monitoring quality, safety compliance, and adherence to project specifications.
- Serve as a liaison between the customer, Telamon and subcontractors, facilitating clear communication, issue resolution, and alignment on project expectations.
- Provide update reports to the Construction Manager
- Ensure that projects are kept on schedule and on budget, identifying and escalating potential deviations and recommending corrective actions.
- Troubleshoot existing arrays when issues arise and coordinate repair activities to minimize downtime and maintain performance standards.
- Provide operations and maintenance reports
Managerial Responsibility
- No direct reports
Travel/Shift Requirements
- This position requires 25-50% domestic travel
Physical Demands
- Must be able to perform installation functions as needed, mostly for construction or warranty issues
- Must be approved as a Telamon Approved Driver
Skills and Abilities Required
- Construction knowledge of solar arrays and operations support
- Ability to work independently and manage special projects under strict deadlines
- Good interpersonal skills
- Exhibit a professional demeanor
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong Electrical/Mechanical aptitude
- Mastery of tooling and equipment to support the construction or maintenance of a solar array.
Education and Experience Required
- High School Diploma
- Associate degree in construction management or licensed electrician preferred
- 3 - 5 years of electrical or construction experience
- 3 - 5 years of industry-related solar energy experience
- Experience working on solar construction sites and serving as a foreman.
Telamon Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Telamon does not and will not discriminate against any applicant because of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Telamon Corporation makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner.