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Construction Superintendent - Distributed Generation Solar
Working Location
United States (travel between project sites required)
Employment Type
Contract (12 Months+)
Project Type
Distributed Generation (DG) Solar
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee the field execution of distributed generation solar projects. Responsible for day-to-day site activities, coordinating contractors and subcontractors, monitoring schedule and quality, and ensuring projects are constructed safely and in accordance with project specifications. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience managing the construction of commercial, industrial, community solar, or other distributed generation solar projects.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily construction activities across DG solar project sites.
Coordinate EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
Monitor construction progress against project schedules and identify potential delays.
Ensure work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, permits, and project requirements.
Manage civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes throughout construction.
Conduct regular site walks and monitor workmanship and overall construction quality.
Support site safety expectations and ensure contractors comply with project HSE requirements.
Coordinate deliveries, equipment, materials, and site logistics.
Track RFIs, punch-list items, change orders, and field issues.
Provide regular construction progress updates to the Project Manager and internal project team.
Support commissioning, testing, punch-list completion, and project closeout.
Manage multiple projects or sites as required.
Requirements
5+ years of construction experience, preferably within solar or renewable energy.
Previous experience as a Construction Superintendent, Site Superintendent, Construction Manager, or similar field leadership role.
Strong preference for experience with distributed generation, community solar, C&I solar, or small utility-scale solar projects.
Understanding of civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical solar construction.
Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple scopes of work.
Ability to read construction drawings, site plans, electrical drawings, and project specifications.
Strong understanding of construction safety and quality requirements.
Comfortable working independently in a field-based environment.
Ability to travel between project sites as required.
Preferred Experience
Ground-mount and rooftop solar construction.
Projects ranging from approximately 1 MW to 20 MW.
Community solar and commercial/industrial projects.
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) experience is a plus.
OSHA 30 certification preferred.
Work arrangement
Yes
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