Head of Construction

Climate17 | B Corp™

The Role

Overview

Lead construction delivery for solar and storage projects, overseeing EPC and O&M partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • vendor management
  • site oversight
  • epc management
  • process build
  • site visits
  • project delivery

Tasks

The Head of Construction will oversee EPC relationships and manage project delivery from notice‑to‑proceed through commissioning. -Lead contract negotiation and relationship management with vendors and contractors. -Oversee site progress, QA/QC, procurement, and construction reporting. -Direct and manage EPC and O&M partners across all active and upcoming solar and storage sites. -Build scalable systems and processes to support growth and operational excellence. -Conduct regular site visits (monthly, increasing during final build phases). -Liaise with internal teams to ensure on‑time, on‑budget project delivery.

Requirements

  • battery storage
  • data center
  • epc management
  • engineering degree
  • renewable energy
  • 10+ years

What You Bring

-Experience in battery storage or data center projects is strongly preferred. -Demonstrated ability to manage multiple EPC partners and complex construction timelines. -Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline is required. -Minimum 10+ years’ experience in renewable energy or utility‑scale construction, with proven community or C&I solar project delivery.

Benefits

Inclusive Application Process -Generous PTO, flexible work arrangements, and leadership development opportunities. -Relocation assistance. -Competitive salary dependent on experience. -Annual performance bonus and participation in an employee share ownership program. -Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. -401(k) with employer contribution.

The Company

About Climate17 | B Corp™

-An international recruitment specialist with offices in the UK and Spain. -Earned B Corp™ certification in June 2023, reflecting high performance and transparency. -Operates in high-growth green markets, connecting top talent with employers in renewable energy and sustainability. -Specialist consultants serve clients across the UK, USA, Germany, France, Spain, and Italy. -Donated a portion of profits to charity, raising over £7,124 for environmental and social causes.

Sector Specialisms

Renewable Energy

Sustainability

Energy Decarbonisation

Environmental Footprint Reduction

Talent Acquisition for Renewable Energy

Sustainability Recruitment

International Renewable Energy Markets

Net Zero Impact

Nature-Positive Impact

Purpose-Driven Organisations

Climate Change Mitigation

Green Energy

Energy Sector

Environmental Services

Sustainability Consulting

Clean Energy

Renewables Talent

Environmental Recruitment

Energy Transition

Sustainable Development

Carbon Reduction

Green Technology

Energy Efficiency

Sustainable Talent Solutions

Decarbonisation Talent

Head of Construction at Climate17 | B Corp™ in Chicago, IL