Building Systems Manager

PCL Construction•Rochelle, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Systems Manager for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. within Solar USA leads commissioning and related technical activities to bring utility-scale solar projects safely and successfully across the finish line. The position is located at a project site, with locations including Georgia, Louisiana, Texas, Ohio, and other states. Travel is required, and depending on project availability, the employee may transfer to a project in another state when the current project ends. Per-diem is available to eligible candidates to help cover temporary living expenses. The role oversees commissioning activities on solar projects in North America, advises on troubleshooting during photovoltaic (PV) and high-voltage (HV) testing and performance testing, and works with utilities, grid operators, and regulators on connection, energization, and compliance requirements. The manager also helps develop commissioning documentation and plans, builds and grows PCL’s in-house commissioning team, establishes standard operating procedures, and works with HSE to standardize safe work practices. The position contributes to project execution and administration, identifies root causes of design nonconformances and commissioning deficiencies, and shares lessons learned to support continuous improvement. It also maintains customer-focused relationships with stakeholders and supports PCL’s solution-provider and profitability culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
5 to 7 years of progressive experience in mechanical or electrical construction.
Intermediate knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, principles, and practices.
Experience reviewing trade contractors’ progress billings and assessing their accuracy.
Ability to facilitate coordination of mechanical, electrical, architectural, civil, and structural drawings and specifications.
Knowledge of basic construction law and ability to apply building codes as required.
Understanding of different types of contract delivery methods.
Ability to manage contractual obligations and responsibilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to travel to project locations; travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Tradesperson qualification or a postsecondary diploma or degree in a related discipline, such as mechanical, electrical, or controls.
Commissioning experience in utility-scale solar project construction.

Responsibilities

Review overall concept design, detailed layouts, and DC electrical design.
Review and understand contracts, technical specifications, commissioning requirements, and subcontracts, including risks and risk-mitigation plans.
Oversee commissioning activities on solar projects in North America.
Advise on troubleshooting during PV and HV testing and performance testing during commissioning.
Work with local utilities and grid operators to develop connection and energization documentation.
Work with regulators to ensure sites are commissioned and operated in compliance with local or federal requirements.
Assist with developing manuals and commissioning-plan documentation.
Attend site walks, commissioning kick-off meetings, and training sessions, and provide technical assistance during project execution as required.
Build and grow the PCL in-house commissioning team and expand its capabilities through training and new hires.
Develop standard operating procedures for commissioning activities.
Work with HSE to develop and standardize safe work practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and task-specific job hazard analyses.
Assist with project-administration correspondence and comply with documentation requirements relevant to solar-farm installation and construction projects.
Identify and discern root causes of design nonconformances and commissioning-related deficiencies, and report them to the project team.
Stay current with industry practices and technologies and seek innovative construction methods and processes.
Network with industry contacts to determine PCL’s competitive advantage.
Assist in collecting and analyzing historical information and benchmarks.
Identify success stories and lessons learned and share them with estimating and project teams for continuous project life-cycle improvement.
Develop and maintain strong customer-focused relationships with stakeholders.
Model the solution-provider and profitability culture.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Employee ownership opportunities.
Annual discretionary performance bonuses.
401(k) with company match.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services.
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Paid parental leave and family care support.
HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation.
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs.
Career growth pathways, leadership development, and mentorship programs.
Training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses.
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles, and grow across sectors and regions.
Per-diem to help cover temporary living expenses for candidates who meet eligibility criteria.