Civil General Superintendent (Renewables EPC)

Primoris Services Corporation•Texas, TX

5d•$150,000 - $205,000•Remote

About The Position

The Civil General Superintendent leads and trains the Renewable Energy business unit in construction systems, processes, and consistent construction methods. Serving as a supervisor and subject matter expert throughout engineering, planning, startup, construction, and closeout, this role develops safe, high-quality, and efficient construction methods and ensures project supervision is trained and follows established standards. The successful candidate brings a diverse construction background, demonstrates an innovative and entrepreneurial approach to improving delivery methods, and builds effective relationships with project supervision and construction teams. The position is remotely based, with the ability to travel to and work at project sites weekly. Travel of 75% or more to project locations is required. Work takes place at industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shops, predominantly outdoors and in conditions that may include extreme temperatures, weather, loud noise, and potential chemical exposure.

Requirements

10+ years of civil construction leadership experience in an EPC environment; utility-scale solar experience is preferred, with industrial, civil, or commercial experience also considered.
Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle driving record.
Ability to supervise many employees.
Thorough knowledge of tool and equipment uses and limitations.
Good communication skills for working with owners and employees.
Solid understanding of job costing.
Ability to read and understand prints and contract documents.
Knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state project codes.
Ability to travel 75% or more to project locations.
Must comply with client safety requirements, which may include being clean-shaven, wearing long sleeves, and wearing steel-toe boots.
Must pass a physical exam if required.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work at heights or in confined spaces; lift and carry up to 50 pounds (with assistance for heavier loads); stand or walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces; and wear a respirator and other required PPE.

Nice To Haves

Utility-scale solar project experience.
May be required to become a qualified individual in pursuit of a company contract licensing.

Responsibilities

Establish a safety culture within project production functions, validate adherence to the onsite safety program, and arrange additional training when needed.
Ensure Superintendents follow the design, construction specifications, and construction methods to deliver a quality product.
Support and establish Solar Best Methods during project planning and construction.
Work with Superintendents to refine project crews and methods, and gather feedback from Superintendents, Foremen, and project teams to determine whether methods should be updated.
Coach, mentor, and develop Superintendents, General Foremen, and Foremen during planning, startup, and project execution to promote consistency and efficiency.
Work with Superintendents during pre-construction to establish equipment, labor, and material plans and compare them with the estimate.
Develop and update standardized Work Plans and Work Methods for estimating and work execution.
Work with the Chief Estimator to maintain a relationship among estimators and Superintendents.
Support the Site/Construction Manager in ensuring the project has adequate staffing and skillsets.
Visit proposed project sites as needed to support Estimating and Business Development.
Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.