Solar Construction Foreman

Job description

Position Overview
A solar Construction Foreman will lead and manage field crews including solar installation technicians and other workers/contractors, subcontractors, and construction activities on Sunshine Solar s commercial-scale solar projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the daily operations of the company, including managing site foremen, installation crews, and subcontractors.
• Ensure that all company work is completed within established safety, quality, schedule, and profitability standards.
• Monitor Jobsite safety performance and adjust activities as needed to ensure the safe and efficient performance of all work.
• Lead detailed project and activity planning efforts to ensure the safe and efficient execution of project tasks.
• Manage and coordinate all project equipment, materials, manpower, subcontractors, and suppliers, including effectively allocating company resources between projects to ensure success.
• Lead the company s vehicle maintenance and procurement efforts.
• Assist with the execution of project work when the need arises, including operating tools and equipment and installing materials.
• Interface with project clients and stakeholders to effectively coordinate and communicate construction activities.
• Coordinate with company project management and engineering staff as needed to ensure the timely and accurate flow of information to field personnel.
• Assist with project kick-off and closeout efforts as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion and processing of all project field documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2+ years demonstrated success in a construction supervisory role within the commercial, industrial or heavy civil construction industry is a plus.
• 5+ years of solar or commercial/industrial electrical experience required.
• Ability to effectively lead and direct crews with varying levels of skill and experience. Must be a natural leader and organizer who leads by example and sets the pace for those around them.
• Must be a natural builder with a strong work ethic, high attention to detail, and low tolerance for poor workmanship.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable federal and local safety regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of local and national building codes and standards.
• Must be very detail-oriented and able to manage multiple project commitments in different states and areas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Excel, Word and Outlook
• Ability to travel as needed. Frequent short-term travel (in-state and out-of-state) is expected with occasional long-term assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50 pounds with assistance.
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• See well (naturally or with correction).
• Eye-hand coordination.
• Good physical fitness.
• Good sense of balance.
• Uses personal computer approximately 4-5 hours per day.

Job Type: Full-time