Branch Manager- Solar

Description

• Assess system performance or functionality at the system, subsystem, and component levels
• Prepare solar installation project proposals, quotes, budgets, or schedules
• Frequently work in on projects that require deadlines
• Estimate materials, equipment, and personnel needed for residential or commercial solar installation projects
• Assures the quality of work produced is acceptable to company standards and specification
• Ensure that “Best Practices” are being consistently applied throughout the branch operations
• Identify means to reduce costs, minimize risks, or increase efficiency of solar installation projects
• Oversee all Operations and Administrative task for designated Branch Location
• Provide technical assistance to installers, technicians, or other solar professionals in areas such as solar electric systems, solar thermal systems, electrical systems, and mechanical systems
• Drive continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Customer Service, and Productivity throughout branch operations
• Work to ensure that we are delivering an excellent customer experience and escalate customer concerns as necessary
• Manage, motivate, and mentor a variety of personnel involved in the installation & inspection of solar projects which may include Crew Lead(s), Roof Lead(s), Installer(s), Branch Coordinator, Site Auditors(s), Project Manager, Warehouse Specialist(s), and Field Manager
• Follows the safety program established specifically for all installations, site audits, inspections, and service calls
• Manage corporate facilities as necessary
• Frequently bend to file and maintain files
• Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Regularly spend long hours in intense concentration reviewing and entering information into a
• Evaluate and manage the resources and processes required for the successful completion of a high volume of residential and small commercial solar projects
• Remotely monitor work of subcontractors to ensure projects conform to specifications, schedules, or budgets
• Remotely assess potential solar installation sites to determine feasibility and design requirements
• Regularly spend long hours answering phone calls and emails
• Work closely with the Regional Operations Manager and the Director of Operations to provide accurate installation forecasts and branch performance reporting
• Oversee a team that schedule building inspections for solar installation projects
• Plan and coordinate installations of photovoltaic (PV) solar systems to ensure conformance to codes and Freedom Forever standards
• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects
• Ensure that every member of the branch team receives the proper safety training and equipment applicable to their position and follows Standard Operating Procedures for Safety
• Regularly spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers

Requirements

• Possess a wide range of carpentry skills to provide accurate remote job assessment
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Regularly understand the speech of another person
• Have knowledge of materials and processes that relate to the company’s products
• Good computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite, experience with Company’s CRM and ERP systems is a plus
• Occasionally lift 5-10 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast environment
• Must have a valid state driving license and a clean driving record
• Ability to read and interpret job orders, understands specifications and to read a tape measure
• Possess good communication skills that will enhance vendor and supplier relationships, as well as with the installation team
• Possess strong organizational skills and capable of making decisions without constant supervision
• Capable of learning new skills as needed
• Regularly speak clearly so listeners can understand
• Must have a minimum of 3+ year experience
• Regularly move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance