Construction Manager

Established in 2014, Gridworks is a leading EPC contractor for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. Primarily operating across the southwest, we are expanding into other regions. With nearly 2 GW of solar and battery energy storage projects, we are well positioned for continued success in the rapidly growing clean energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of all aspects of construction projects from contracts, engineering, and planning, to implementation and delivery to customer
• Supervision of all project management and field management personnel, subcontractors, and key personnel on site
• Management of construction activities related to assigned projects from start to finish
• Resolution of immediate issues as they arise related to plans and specifications, unknown existing conditions, or conflicts with subcontractors and/or vendors by utilizing the engineering and construction teams
• Organization and management of staff, contractors, and schedules for construction projects
• Preparation and/or review of documentation such as: SOW, prime and subcontracts, purchase orders, reports, and budgets
• Oversight and input for budgets, including tracking metrics associated with KPIs
• Close interaction with site and upper management teams to coordinate daily activities and production rates
• Delegation of production assignments to appropriate teams and personnel
• Management of multiple projects at various phases and in various locations
• Assist project manager in negotiating with subcontractors to receive reasonable order costs
• Management of vendors providing services throughout the project cycle
• Provision of estimates for civil, mechanical, or structural work for preliminary project budgets
• Provision of daily and weekly progress updates to commercial team and executive members
• Tracking of savings opportunities and cost avoidance situations
• Maintenance and enforcement of good construction standards and quality control
• Mentorship of project field staff and promotion of internal and external team building
• Flexibility with respect to ever-changing conditions
• Integration with clients and promotion of a positive client experience throughout the project lifecycle
• Performance of site visits to prospective project sites as necessary
• Work closely with the Director of Construction to facilitate standards for cost-effective material selection, equipment, and installation processes
• Maintain and harness close relationships with representatives of authorities having jurisdiction
• Conduct regular safety audits of assigned construction projects; identify, document, and recommend abatement of hazardous conditions
• Represent the company during insurance and OSHA inspections

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervision of all key project site personnel and subcontractors, including: Site Superintendent, Electrical Superintendent, Mechanical Superintendent, Commissioning Staff, Quality Control and Quality Assurance staff, Site Security
• Supervision of project site administrative staff
• Supervision of project site temporary staffing agency managers and contract employees
• Supervision of project site safety management team
• Supervision of project site Procurement team leads

Work Environment

The Construction Manager will work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. During construction, the CM will be subject to outside elements 75% of the day, with the remaining 25% dedicated to planning and administrative duties. While not in the construction phase, the CM will focus on project and personnel development efforts.

Schedule

The Construction Manager position is salaried exempt, expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. In the construction environment, working 50 or more hours in a given week is not uncommon, depending on current conditions.

Travel

Frequent travel and long-term temporary residence near project sites are required. Frequent/weekly opportunities to travel home will be provided.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction experience (Required)
• 5+ years of people management experience (Required)
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures
• Understanding of both residential and commercial construction industry
• Understanding of construction terms, scheduling, and planning concepts
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment dealing with multiple team members
• Ability to adjust personnel and equipment resources as needed to resolve construction problems and avoid project delays
• Strong leadership qualities
• Highly organized with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be willing to travel

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of civil earthwork, concrete, asphalt paving, underground utility, grading and drainage, structural, and mechanical construction as related to utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage solutions
• Knowledge and understanding of contracts and exhibits within a contract
• Ability to draft technical submittals
• Competent in commissioning procedures related to solar PV energy centers
• Understands and is competent in OSHA 29-CFR 1926 (Safety and Health Regulations for Construction)
• Communicates safety philosophies and values with safety manager, superintendents, and project managers to ensure compliance with company safety programs and policies