BESS Superintendent
Northstar Energy Solutions, LLC.•Grand Prairie, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
NorthStar Energy Solutions is hiring! The BESS Superintendent is responsible for the overall field execution, coordination, and supervision of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System projects. This role leads field personnel, subcontractors, and construction activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.
Requirements
- 7+ years of electrical construction experience.
- 3+ years in a Superintendent or Foreman leadership role.
- Experience with BESS, substations, renewable energy, data centers, or utility infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of NEC, OSHA, and construction safety practices.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and project schedules.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software.
Responsibilities
- Direct daily field operations for BESS construction projects.
- Lead electricians, technicians, foremen, and subcontractors.
- Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material resources.
- Ensure work progresses according to project schedules and milestones.
- Conduct daily planning meetings and toolbox talks.
- Oversee installation of battery containers, PCS units, transformers, switchgear, substations, grounding systems, and balance-of-plant infrastructure.
- Coordinate civil, electrical, and commissioning activities.
- Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and construction documents.
- Identify and resolve field issues proactively.
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety policies.
- Conduct safety inspections and jobsite audits.
- Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.
- Verify installations comply with project drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
- Support QA/QC inspections, testing, and turnover documentation.
- Manage punch list completion and project closeout activities.
- Ensure workmanship meets company and client expectations.
- Monitor project progress and workforce productivity.
- Coordinate deliveries, equipment mobilization, and site logistics.
- Identify schedule risks and implement recovery plans.
- Collaborate with Project Managers to maintain project milestones.
- Serve as the primary field contact for project stakeholders.
- Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Participate in progress meetings and provide project status updates.
- Mentor and develop field leadership personnel.
Benefits
- 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
- Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
- Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
- Short term and long term benefits
- Employee discounts on consumer goods
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
