Mechanical Superintendent

Sun Tribe•Charlottesville, VA

4d•$95,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Mechanical Superintendent provides field leadership for mechanical construction and tracker commissioning activities on utility-scale solar construction projects. The work includes racking and tracker installation, pile refusal remediation, quality control, testing, and commissioning readiness. Working with Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Quality, EHS, clients, and subcontractors, the role directs mechanical subcontractor scopes, drives production and quality in assigned project areas, and resolves field issues. The position helps ensure mechanical work is completed safely and efficiently in accordance with project specifications, manufacturer installation requirements, quality standards, and Sun Tribe’s core values. The position reports directly to the Senior Quality & Commissioning Manager. It requires extensive field presence, with most time spent supporting active construction activities, and travel to project sites throughout Virginia and neighboring states as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of experience in mechanical construction, mechanical installation, or a related field.
Knowledge of mechanical systems and installation practices used in utility-scale solar construction.
Current, valid driver’s license and eligibility for corporate vehicle insurance coverage.
Ability to travel to project sites throughout Virginia and neighboring states as needed.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by project demands.
Ability to traverse active construction sites in all weather conditions, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, and stretching.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds as required.
Ability to wear standard personal protective equipment while on project sites.
Commitment to safety, accountability, and high-quality project delivery, including stopping work in unsafe conditions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience commissioning, troubleshooting, and starting up utility-scale or commercial mechanical systems.
Understanding of mechanical installation requirements, construction drawings, project specifications, and applicable manufacturer installation procedures.
Demonstrated ability to direct subcontractors and support mechanical installation and commissioning activities.
OSHA 30 certification.
Proficiency in Procore and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word), and familiarity with collaboration tools such as Slack.
Strong organizational skills, including time management, prioritization, and coordination of multiple field activities and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to coordinate across subcontractors, inspectors, engineers, and internal teams.
Self-motivation, collaboration, commitment to continuous improvement, and ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
Alignment with Sun Tribe’s core values: Community, Safety, Perpetual Improvement, Nature, Joy, and Respect.

Responsibilities

Oversee mechanical installation scopes, including solar racking and tracker systems, and monitor subcontractor performance against safety, quality, and schedule expectations.
Coordinate mechanical construction workflow and sequencing, and establish and reinforce subcontractor accountability and performance expectations.
Develop project production trackers and commodity curves, monitor production rates, and report progress to Construction Management and project teams.
Resolve issues involving mechanical installation, pile refusal remediation, and commissioning; coordinate with Construction Managers and subcontractors to close observations and deficiencies.
Conduct subcontractor hold-point inspections and routine solar racking quality audits, documenting compliance and corrective actions.
Review subcontractor quality plans, conduct site design compliance inspections for applicable mechanical systems, and create mechanical subcontractor punch lists.
Support and lead tracker commissioning, including installation verification, functional checks, troubleshooting, and coordination with subcontractors and manufacturers.
Support mechanical drawing reviews and constructability assessments, offering input on sequencing, system integration, and installation strategy.
Participate in preconstruction planning, subcontractor onboarding, mechanical scope development, and preparation of site-specific mechanical (PRM) quality plans and inspection and testing requirements.
Support Construction Management through coordination, communication, and short-term coverage during planned or unplanned absences.
Collaborate with Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Quality, EHS, subcontractors, and clients to support successful project delivery.