Director of Construction (Solar)

Wanzek Construction, Inc., A Mastec Company

The Role

Overview

Lead construction operations for solar projects, overseeing budget, schedule, safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • project management
  • field supervision
  • schedule monitoring
  • subcontractor coordination
  • safety management
  • client relations

Tasks

-Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form -Responsible for developing strong relationships with key vendors, owners and clients Confer with Safety Director on any jobsite safety issues -Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities -Manage and supervise Project Managers and Field Superintendents by giving ongoing performance feedback and conducting annual performance appraisals in a timely manner -Serve as member of the Divisional management team, attending all staff meetings and contributing to the overall success of the division -Correlate team member's new ideas and help in implementing new policies and procedures -Interface with all staff to maintain an open line of communication and reporting, monitor job progress, schedules and subcontractor performance, and coordinate the operation of the field through management of field personnel -Visit jobsites on an ongoing basis as needed Other duties as requested by the Vice President of Construction -Work closely with staff to resolve all conflicts such as failure of subcontractors to perform, failure of materials to arrive, contract disputes, and trade conflicts -Responsible for implementing the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the division -Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers, top management, public groups, boards of directors and the general public -Responsible for the effective hiring, training and retention of employees within the department -Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume -Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Wanzek's Zero Injury principles -Responsible for the overall profitability of their department -Assist Division VP in developing the strategic plan for the business unit and ensure its implementation -Responsible for interviewing and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems -Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations -Attend trade shows and conferences on management and construction topics as presented -Lead, promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures

Requirements

  • excel
  • primavera
  • viewpoint
  • bachelor's
  • problem solving
  • solar

What You Bring

-Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Primavera, Viewpoint and Construction Software -Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Construction Management, Engineering, or related major or equivalent combination of education and experience 10 years of construction -Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables -Solar or EPC Industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management

Benefits

-401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) -Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage -Group legal plan -Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation -Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment -Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave -Competitive pay with ongoing performance review, merit increase and eligible for performance-based bonus plan -Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care) -Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance -Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children -Employee Assistance Program -Emergency Travel Assistance Program

The Company

About Wanzek Construction, Inc., A Mastec Company

-Grew through the 1970s–90s adding crane services and industrial work across the Midwest. -Acquired by MasTec in 2008, expanding into wind farms, natural gas plants, and retaining local leadership. -Now delivers turnkey EPC services in wind, solar, energy storage, industrial, heavy/civil and concrete infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Renewable Energy

Power

Oil & Gas

Heavy/Civil

Industrial

Agriculture

Electrical

Wind

Solar

Battery Storage

Foundation Engineering

Catastrophic Failure Rebuild/Repair

Decommissioning

Infrastructure

Construction

Specialty Construction Equipment

Concrete

Facility & Equipment Services

Conveying Systems

Doors and Windows

Commissioning

Site Work

Roads

Turbine Services

Electrical Engineering Services

Transformer Services

Security Clearance

-pre-employment screening may include background check and drug testing.