Description
blueprint review
cost calculations
field coordination
site visits
safety management
process optimization
The Construction Director is a senior leader responsible for driving operational excellence and strategic growth across utility‑scale solar projects. The role focuses on implementing innovative resources, creating new revenue streams, optimizing processes, and standardizing construction operations. Reporting to the Vice President, the Director provides leadership to Project Managers and senior construction staff to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with safety standards and company policies.
- Implement overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the division.
- Interview, train, plan, assign, direct work, appraise performance, reward, discipline, address complaints, and resolve problems.
- Lead, promote, and comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
- Assist the Division VP in developing and implementing the strategic plan for the business unit.
- Ensure overall profitability of the department.
- Achieve client satisfaction goals outlined in the strategic plan.
- Hire, train, and retain employees within the department.
- Develop strong relationships with key vendors, owners, and clients; confer with Safety Director on jobsite safety issues.
- Resolve conflicts such as subcontractor performance failures, material delays, contract disputes, and trade conflicts.
- Maintain open communication with staff, monitor job progress, schedules, subcontractor performance, and coordinate field operations.
- Manage and supervise Project Managers and Field Superintendents, provide performance feedback, and conduct annual appraisals.
- Correlate team members' new ideas and help implement new policies and procedures.
- Participate as a member of the divisional management team, attend staff meetings, and contribute to division success.
- Attend trade shows and conferences on management and construction topics.
- Visit job sites regularly as needed and perform other duties as requested by the Vice President of Construction.
- Take reasonable care of health and safety, adhering to Zero Injury principles.
- Read, analyze, and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts, and regulations.
- Write reports, business correspondence, and document project activities.
- Effectively present information and respond to questions from stakeholders, including clients and senior management.
- Calculate figures such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
- Solve practical problems and handle concrete variables.
- Interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Requirements
bachelor's
10 years
solar
epc
excel
primavera
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience; 10 years of construction experience.
- Solar or EPC industry experience with knowledge of construction techniques, estimating, and construction management.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Primavera, Viewpoint, and construction software.
Benefits
This is a remote position that can be based anywhere in the United States and supports business activities nationwide. The role requires regular travel to project sites, up to 50 % of the time, and includes a vehicle allowance and a company credit card to cover business‑related travel expenses.
Compensation includes a base salary of $190,000–$235,000, performance‑based bonuses, merit increases, a 401(k) match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Comprehensive benefits cover medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, paid time off, various disability and life insurance options, and emergency travel assistance. Remote work flexibility and travel support further enhance the overall employee experience.
- Base salary $190,000–$235,000 with performance‑based bonus and merit increases.
- 401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance covering spouse, domestic partner, and children.
- Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, prescription drug plan, and pet insurance.
- Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and military leave with differential pay.
- Employee Assistance Program and various disability, life, and accident insurance options.
- Emergency travel assistance and group legal plan.
- Remote work eligible anywhere in the U.S.; up to 50% travel with vehicle allowance and company credit card.
Training + Development
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