General Superintendent - Commercial Solar

Description

• Assemble solar system components, wire AC/DC systems, and mount racking and electrical equipment.
• Direct and lead electrical journeyman on daily tasks.
• Collect daily safety sign‑in sheets, OSHA documentation, and ensure accurate reporting.
• Complete and store daily reports on time.
• Adhere to the project budget of hours provided by the project manager.
• Serve as the main point of contact for upper management and on‑site needs while working in a team environment.
• Maintain a clean, professional worksite.
• Guide crew to follow developer technical specifications for smooth project takeoff and landing.
• Assist project managers with daily schedule updates, identify potential delays, and propose preventive solutions.
• Implement on‑site strategy changes to increase efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Coordinate equipment needs for the job site, whether owned or rented.
• Mentor field team members and develop future leaders.
• Travel to job sites within the greater Chicago area (up to 100%) and maintain a clean MVR.
• Apply for licensing in areas requested by leadership.
• Work safely on rooftops of any height or pitch.
• Lift, pull, and push up to 50 lb materials to complete tasks.
• Prioritize and meet hard deadlines while managing multiple projects.
• Travel up to 100% to job sites in the greater Chicago area and maintain a clean MVR.

Requirements

With the next step in our growth, MARS Energy EPC is ready to welcome an experienced and driven General Superintendent to help continue the growth and execution of our projects. This position requires managerial duties of others and a high level of electrical construction knowledge. This position will work on Utility Scale and C&I Commercial Solar Projects.

(Must be a resident of greater Chicagoland area or willing to relocate before start date.)

• Hold a state master electrician license or equivalent (required).
• Possess NCCER construction superintendent certification (preferred).
• Possess NABCEP PVIP certification (preferred).
• Have 5+ years as an electrician or 10,000 hours of reportable OJT.
• Have 3+ years as a commercial solar electrician.
• Experience with both single‑phase and three‑phase services.
• Strongly preferred: NCCER Construction Superintendent certification.
• Demonstrate master‑level knowledge of electrical installation and NEC.
• Exhibit strong teamwork and leadership skills.
• Communicate effectively with acute attention to detail.
• Proficient with Procore software.

Benefits

Prevailing wage rates may apply depending on scope of work and specific project. All projects to date have been prevailing wage.

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• 401(k) matching contributions.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance paid for by the company.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off accrual begins day 1.
• Vision insurance.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance