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Utility Solar Site Construction Manager

slettenconstruction

We are seeking an experienced Solar Site Construction Manager to lead field operations for medium-to-large solar construction projects. This person oversees on‑site execution from mobilization through commissioning and is the primary liaison between the field, vendors and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

  • Construction Manager ensures projects are built safely on schedule and in accordance with quality standards and in compliance with all contract documents.
  • Construction Manager communicates with the project management team to ensure field and office operations are consistent and operating at the same pace.
  • Ensure safe working conditions and enforce company and state safety regulations.
  • Lead the site team from mobilization through FC and handover.
  • Oversee construction, testing, commissioning, and SCADA installation.
  • Monitor schedule milestones and ensure adherence to EPC contractual obligations.
  • Review IFC drawings, manage inspections, quality programs, and ITP compliance.
  • Assist and collaborate in the resolution of construction challenges and provide input to develop corrective action or recovery plans with the management team.
  • Provide on-site leadership, coaching, hiring support, performance evaluations, and development for field staff.
  • Foster a collaborative, motivated team environment, maintaining company culture and values.
  • Work with engineering, procurement, and construction teams on permitting, logistics, and resource planning.
  • Prepare daily project update reports, status reports, and Items of Interest for the management team Validate contractor payment applications and change orders.
  • Manage onsite records, QA/QC documentation, and project close‑out reports.
  • Manage delivery inspections and verification of parts with procurement.
  • Collaborate and communicate with the project management team to ensure field and office operations are running in parallel and at the same pace to avoid delays or discrepancies.

Requirements

  • Proven 5+ years of experience as a Site Manager in solar EPC or renewable energy construction of large utility scale projects OR 3+ years of experience in solar EPC or renewable energy construction and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study (Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management) Strong knowledge of construction safety programs and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience in project scheduling, quality control, commissioning and sub-contractor management.
  • Strong background in reading and understanding blueprints.
  • Experience leading successful project teams, including development of employees and maintaining relationships with clients.
  • OSHA 30 Certification.
  • Current valid driver’s license required and insurable driving record.

The Site

This position is full-time, exempt, project site based.