Licensed General Superintendent - Public Works Solar (SoCal)

Description

• Provides overall management and direction for multiple Public Works projects, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget execution.
• Prioritizes and assigns work to maximize productivity, minimize safety risks, and meet budget/schedule targets.
• Acts as the primary liaison between field crews, project management, customers, and utility companies for all construction activities.
• Interprets and enforces adherence to construction drawings, specifications, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable codes (NEC, UBC, OSHA).
• Regularly visits job sites to monitor progress, resolve issues, conduct quality/safety inspections, and provides timely project status updates.
• Recruits, trains, develops, schedules, and manages installation field staff, including apprentices.
• Reviews and approves payroll for self‑perform crews in coordination with department leadership.
• Ensures field staff completes required daily documentation, including reports, JHAs, and tailgate meeting notes.
• Enforces safety compliance and supports onboarding and ongoing training requirements in partnership with the Safety Manager.
• Utilizes construction management software to manage budgets, schedules, materials, and project documentation.
• Monitors labor, materials, delays, and mobilizations; identifies budget variances and forecasts final project costs.
• Ensures all materials and equipment delivery paperwork is accurate and submitted on time.
• Partners with project managers to address field issues impacting schedules, budgets, or quality.
• Completes required administrative duties, including training records, inspection reports, and project closeout materials.
• Promptly and thoroughly reviews all requested health and safety training provided, asking questions for any topic not clearly understood.
• Carry up to 50lbs occasionally.
• Pull up to 50lbs occasionally.

Requirements

MARS Energy EPC is entering a new phase of growth and is seeking a knowledgeable General Superintendent to lead its public works solar projects in Southern California. The role requires managing field personnel, coordinating with project management, and serving as the primary on‑site authority for construction execution, ensuring projects meet safety, schedule, budget, and quality standards.

The successful candidate must hold a California General Electrician’s License, possess at least a high school diploma, and bring a minimum of seven years of construction experience, including five years in a superintendent or senior supervisory capacity, as well as OSHA 30 certification. Preferred qualifications include an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in construction management or electrical engineering and expertise in construction management software such as Procore or MS Project.

The position involves frequent travel to active job sites throughout Southern California and requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle, handle tools and equipment, and meet occasional physical demands such as lifting, carrying, pulling, or reaching up to 50 lb.

• Licensing Requirement: CA General Electrician's License is required for this role.
• Must be located in Southern California.
• Travels to active job sites (100%) Areas of travel include but not limited to: Southern California.
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
• California General Electrician's License is required. (You will be asked to provide your license number for confirmation.)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of construction field experience, with at least 5 years in a superintendent or senior supervisory role required.
• OSHA 30 certification required (or obtained within 90 days of hire).
• Must complete background & MVR check with acceptable results.
• Expert-level knowledge of construction sequencing, manpower allocation, and productivity optimization, along with proficiency in construction management software such as Procore or MS Project.
• Experience with civil construction. Experience with public contracts a plus.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control skills, paired with exceptional organizational abilities to manage multiple sites at once.
• Effective communication and leadership to influence and motivate teams, as well as skill in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making under pressure.
• Advanced knowledge of NEC, UBC, OSHA standards, and general construction codes.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale Commercial & Public Works construction projects, preferably in solar or electrical trades.
• Telephone, copier, laptop/computer, headset, hand tools, power tools, PPE.
• Ability to operate motor vehicle regularly.
• Lift up to 50lbs occasionally.
• Reach, climb, crawl, kneel, crouch occasionally.

Benefits

• PREVAILING WAGE RATES APPLY!
• 401(k).
• 401(k) matching (up to 3.5% match).
• Cell phone stipend.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance (paid for by company).
• Paid Holidays (6).
• Paid time off (begin accruing day 1).
• Sick Leave.
• Vision Insurance.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance