Battery Storage (BESS) Assistant Superintendent

Irby Construction Company•Austin, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Irby Construction Company, a leader in power industry infrastructure for over 75 years, is seeking a Battery Storage (BESS) Assistant Superintendent for the Greater Austin Area. This role is crucial for overseeing the construction of battery storage systems, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to specifications. As a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Irby offers the stability of a Fortune 500 company combined with a strong, people-centered culture that values teamwork, innovation, and career growth. Many of our leaders began their careers in the field, highlighting our commitment to employee development and long-term tenure.

Requirements

Minimum of four to eight (4-8) years of Battery Storage (BESS) construction experience.
Possess all skills required for assignment as an Assistant Superintendent/Foreman for any craft within his/her area of responsibility.
In-depth knowledge of all applicable OSHA, NESC (National Electrical Safety Code), and applicable utility owner safety standards.
Must be able to direct multiple crews.
Demonstrated experience with substation equipment including power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, bus structures, grounding systems, and protection and control (P&C) wiring.
High school diploma or GED required.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required; OSHA 10-Hour minimum.
Working knowledge of NESC, OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926, and applicable utility owner safety standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings including one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, grounding plans, and equipment layout drawings.
Knowledge of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) construction including battery enclosure installation, DC electrical systems, inverter and PCS setup, and integration with utility-scale substation and BESS infrastructure.
Familiarity with NFPA 855 (Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems) and applicable IEEE standards for energy storage system installations.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must be willing to stay out of town.
Available to travel as the project requires.
Willing to work over-time and be able to work extended periods of time.
Walking and working across uneven terrain.
Climbing on and off large trucks and equipment.
Must be able to work outside 100% of the time in inclement weather.
Able to lift in excess of 50 pounds on a daily basis.
Willing to work off the ground in man baskets.
Must be able to work around energized systems.
Adheres to all Company Safety and Health Policies

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational degree preferred.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend pre-construction meetings with PM/Estimator.
Provide technical assistance, interpretation of drawings, and recommend construction methods and equipment.
Review bid packages for accuracy, completeness, and overall electrical scope of work.
Assist in instituting construction plans.
Organize crews and assign foremen to job tasks.
Generate lists of required personnel, equipment, and tooling.
Arrange for personnel and equipment transfers to projects.
Review and become familiar with multiple contracts.
Ensure quality of work is performed according to specifications.
Visit crews to monitor safety, quality, and production.
Assist crews in coordinating major project activities and critical tasks.
Obtain feedback from the owner on quality, safety, schedule, and materials.
Attend all required project meetings with the Owner.
Assist with updating schedules and/or progress reports.
Maintain daily construction logs, manpower reports, and equipment utilization records.
Verify that as-builts and progress charts are maintained.
Coordinate with the utility owner and engineering team for equipment commissioning, startup, and energization procedures.
Oversee installation of BESS equipment including battery energy storage enclosures, inverters, power conversion systems (PCS), DC cabling assemblies, and battery management systems (BMS) in compliance with OEM specifications, project drawings, and NFPA 855.
Coordinate with BESS OEM vendor representatives and commissioning engineers during factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and system energization.
Enforce BESS-specific safety protocols including thermal runaway prevention procedures, DC arc flash boundary compliance, and emergency response plans per NFPA 855 and applicable utility owner safety requirements.
Maintain a good line of communication with the inspector.
Ensure that all change-orders are documented and billed to the Owner.
Review personnel with Operations (i.e., personal evaluations, pay raises, CDL requirements, and performance matters).
Arrange and/or participate in weekly foremen meetings.
Arrange and/or participate in monthly safety meetings.
Participate in monthly job safety review meetings.
Be accountable for cost, progress, and schedule for the duration of the project.
Assist BU with monthly forecasts by the 10th of each month.
Be accountable for compliance with the safety program and review all accidents.
Mentor, develop, and evaluate craft personnel to support professional growth and workforce development.
Follow up on any complaints (from owner, general public, or landowners).