Solar Construction Manager I

Envocore, LLC is an established national leader engaged in the engineering, designing and installation of energy-efficient systems. Our company designs and installs projects for a wide range of Government, Commercial, Industrial, Educational, Medical, Institutional and Retail facilities across the United States. Summary: The Certified Solar Construction Manager manages solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects to ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with the company's safety plan, quality standards, established specifications, schedules, and budgets. The role oversees field construction across ballasted rooftop PV systems, ground-mounted PV systems, structural solar carport installations, and BESS projects. The Construction Manager coordinates all site functions to minimize delays, interfaces with customers and subcontractors, and meets regularly with the Operations Manager to review project status and plan future actions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develops a cost-effective plan and schedule for completion of projects following a logical pattern for utilization of resources; ensures that all activities are conducted in accordance with the scope of work requirements for PV and BESS systems.
• Manages field construction activities across all assigned system types including ballasted rooftop PV, ground-mounted PV, structural solar carports, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Oversees ballasted rooftop PV installation procedures including ballast placement, roof membrane protection, and penetration coordination with roofing contractors.
• Directs ground-mounted PV construction including driven pile, helical pile, and concrete foundation systems; coordinates civil, trenching, and grading activities.
• Manages structural solar carport construction including steel canopy erection sequencing, foundation inspection hold points, and integration of PV racking and electrical systems within carport structures.
• Oversees BESS installation activities including container setting and anchoring, battery module integration, BMS wiring, thermal management coordination, fire suppression system interface, and pre-commissioning activities per NFPA 855 requirements.
• Interfaces with customers on schedules, meetings, and problems; keeps the customer informed of project status.
• Coordinates work of subcontractors working on various phases of the project; oversees their performance and reviews engineering drawings to make sure all specifications and regulations are being followed.
• Is responsible for proper administration of construction contracts and assuring that all necessary permits and licenses are available.
• Reports to the Operations Manager about progress and any necessary modifications of plans that seem indicated.
• Maintains adherence to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• Directs and measures technicians with respect to production volume, quality, and housekeeping and safety practices.
• Stimulates maximum efficiency and productivity of production workers.
• Performs periodic quality audits including IV curve tracing, insulation resistance testing, racking torque records, wire management verification, grounding continuity checks, and array labeling compliance.
• Coordinates BESS pre-commissioning, BMS configuration verification, functional testing, and witness test activities.
• Establishes daily schedules and activities to support the project.
• Conducts safety and group meetings as required; performs daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses (JHAs).
• Enforces all OSHA standards, NFPA 70E arc flash requirements, company safety programs, and customer site-specific safety plans; conducts regular site safety inspections and documents observations.
• Coordinates lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for all electrical energization and commissioning activities including BESS systems.
• Recommends the hiring and releasing of production technicians as required to maintain project timeline.
• Assures that material, equipment, and facilities are properly maintained for efficient production.
• Organizes site storage areas and maintains perpetual inventory records for all project materials including modules, racking, inverters, BESS equipment, MV gear, and balance-of-system components.
• Promotes good employee relations and recommends disciplinary measures when required.
• Assures efficient and economical utilization of materials, improvement of methods, and elimination of wasteful practices.
• Prepares reports and advises management of the project status and problems (or potential problems) on a regular basis; develops and submits recovery plans for approval.
• Anticipates potential schedule or priority delays and initiates plans for alternative actions.
• Manages and responds to RFIs, submittals, and change order documentation in coordination with the project management team.
• Manages punch list development, completion tracking, and final acceptance documentation for all system types.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Considerable flexibility of methods required to meet program goals.
• Considerable planning is required.
• Understanding functions are essential to ensure that project schedules and objectives are met.
• Requires both administrative and technical knowledge and frequent interaction with upper management, employees, and customers.
• Originality and initiative are important as well as the ability to work under unusual or extreme pressures.
• At least 5–7 years' experience as a site superintendent or construction manager for commercial solar projects.
• Must have working knowledge of commercial solar photovoltaic system installation including ballasted rooftop systems, ground-mounted systems, and structural solar carport systems.
• Must have demonstrated experience with Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) installation including containerized and rack-mounted systems, BMS wiring, thermal management, fire suppression coordination, and pre-commissioning.
• Expert in solar construction best practices and sequencing of work across multiple system types.
• Racking layout (ballasted rooftop, driven pile, helical pile, concrete pad - various manufacturers and styles).
• Wire management.
• Quality control including IV curve tracing, insulation resistance testing, and thermographic inspection.
• AC power termination; inverter and transformer installation.
• Ability to interpret plan sets including structural, electrical, civil, and equipment installation drawings.
• Experience with different types of utility interconnections including low-voltage and medium-voltage.
• Must have worked on projects larger than 500 kW AC.
• Must be proficient in developing bills of material for electrical equipment based on provided electrical design drawings.
• Expert in photovoltaic and BESS-specific quality control and commissioning practices.
• Proficiency in managing multiple specialized subcontractors throughout the project life cycle including civil, structural steel, electrical, roofing, HVAC, and fire suppression trades.
• NFPA 855 awareness and familiarity with utility interconnection requirements for storage systems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

• Associate's or bachelor’s degree in construction management, Electrical Technology, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• Minimum 5–7 years of field experience as a Site Superintendent or Construction Manager on commercial solar PV projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing at least two of the following system types: ballasted rooftop PV, ground-mount PV, structural solar carports, and/or BESS.
• Experience on projects greater than 500 kW AC (utility or commercial scale preferred).
• Proficiency in interpreting industry-standard Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) codes and NEC requirements for solar and storage systems.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability:

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to interpret project budgets, labor productivity reports, and project cost data.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams); Project Management software (Procore, Microsoft Project, or Primavera P6); Bluebeam Revu for drawing markup and document control; SharePoint for file collaboration.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Current Driver's License
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Course
• NFPA 70E - Arc Flash Safety Certification
• CPR & First Aid
• Aerial Lift / Forklift Certification
• Fall Protection / PFAS Competent Person
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Authorized
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) - Preferred
• Journeyman Electrician License - Preferred
• BESS Safety Training / NFPA 855 Awareness - Preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises 5–30 employees including General Foremen, Crew Leaders, Journeymen Electricians, PV Installers, and specialty subcontractor personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor construction environments including extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind. The employee is regularly exposed to energized electrical equipment, arc flash hazards, and high-voltage BESS systems. The employee is regularly required to work at heights on rooftop systems and carport structures (up to 20–40 feet). The employee may be required to travel to multiple project sites, including overnight stays, based on project locations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. Must be able to accurately discern colors for wire identification. Will regularly be required to work on ladders and at heights up to 20–40 feet on rooftop and carport structures.

Work Days: As Needed, Job Specific Work Hours: As Needed, Job Specific We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.