Mechanical Superintendent (Solar EPC)

About the role

The Mechanical Superintendent provides input and technical expertise for mechanical construction work on utility-scale solar EPC projects. Provides technical owner correspondence support. On-site supervision of Field Engineers and General Foremen to ensure a safe, productive, and quality job is attained and costs are controlled in the construction discipline for the project site.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and sets direction for all General Foremen, Field Engineers and Foremen on-site to ensure best use of all company resources, and adherence to all company policies and state and federal regulations.
• Schedule’s labor, materials, tools, equipment, and subcontractors within work discipline to effectively utilize all resources; and works with specifications and contract requirements.
• Oversight of all Mechanical activities including Pile, Racking and Module installation.
• Collaborates with other projects to appropriately utilize and share resources.
• Trains and implements standardized Work Plans and Work Assists Field Operations Manager in process improvement efforts.
• Acts as a consultant to supervisory and field personnel in the areas of mechanical scopes of work.
• Responsible for safe working conditions and safety procedures on the project, more particularly for specific areas.
• Communicates with Site Manager to update him/her on project problem areas and the specific status of the project.
• Plays a role in planning and staffing (hiring, promoting, disciplining, terminating) trade employees through the proper utilization of company resources, processes, and policies.
• Supports Site Manager in communicating and negotiating with owner regarding major project.
• Maintains a professional demeanor and acts professionally while interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Creates a collaborative environment with craft, subcontractors, vendors, and the Owner to continually improve the company’s delivery performance.
• Compares actual costs to the job estimate for specific discipline and informs the Site Manager of cost over-runs and the utilization of company resources.
• Verifies that the project construction activities and project engineering are in conformance with the project Quality Plan, and Work Superintendents are responsible for establishing, aligning, and communicating the project specifications and craftsmanship expectations to all craft workers, vendors, subcontractors, and other agents.
• Superintendents shall assist in assembling the close-out information needed for various meetings.
• Mentors Field Coordinator/Field Engineers and General Foremen on work discipline, production costs, scope of work, quality, and safety.
• Identifies potential change orders and informs the Site Manager.
• Familiarize themselves with site conditions.
• May at times act as a project leader in the absence of the Site Manager.
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
• Supports economic conditions by hiring locally, attending job fairs, and attending public information meetings.
• Establish and maintain crew and equipment matrixes, comparing information back to established Work Plans and updating Operations Analysis as needed.
• May at times visit proposed project sites to support Estimating and Business Development.
• Become a project liaison with key community leaders and local landowners.

Qualifications

• Prior Solar EPC mechanical construction oversight
• Prior experience in similar roles
• Prior experience with mechanical construction oversight
• Valid driver license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR)
• Thorough knowledge of tools and equipment uses and limitations
• Good communication skills to deal with owners and employees
• Possess a solid understanding of job costing
• Relocation to community of project site is required
• Ability to read and understand prints and contract documents
• Knowledge of and understanding of required federal and state codes for the project

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Technical expertise in mechanical construction
• Experience with project scheduling and resource management
• Ability to communicate effectively with owners, employees, and subcontractors
• Understanding of safety regulations and practices
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

Benefits

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability
• 401K with matching contribution

Pay

$120,000 - $160,000

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability
• 401K with matching contribution