Solar Construction Manager II

Mesa Energy Systems•Irvine, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems. The Solar Construction Manager will be responsible for production, ensuring quality, and maintaining a safety culture among on-site personnel and subcontractors. This position will also enforce and resolve matters such as on-site complaints and daily construction issues regarding on-site technical issues, safety, schedule, inspections, quality, change orders, and construction deviations. This role requires working effectively with the Project Manager and other team members.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred or equivalent experience.
5+ years’ experience in the construction field on projects of similar size and complexity
Experience implementing quality control/quality assurance processes.
Must be proficient in reading blueprints, plans, and specs.
Demonstrate proficiency using a personal computer and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft Office products.
Demonstrated Safe Working Practices and knowledge of OSHA safety standards. (Osha 30 certification is a plus)
Organized and able to meet deadlines.
Great attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship.
Proficient with conflict management, prioritizing daily tasks, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be willing to travel.

Nice To Haves

PV industry experience (preferred)
Microsoft Project experience a plus.
Fork and/or Scissor lift certified is a plus.
Osha 30 certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Participates in preconstruction planning, when possible, regarding the project schedule and budget.
Maintains consistent communication of project expectations and direction with subcontractors and employees regarding schedules, construction methods, company policies and procedures, permits, safety/loss prevention, quality control, and other performance standards.
Assists Project Manager and/or administrative staff, when possible, with sourcing subcontractors, small rentals, and/or small material vendors for projects in new geographical areas
Thoroughly understands project specifications, scopes of work, and the contract’s general conditions and confirms that all materials and subcontract work comply with documents and quality specifications.
Explores and advises the project team on appropriate methods, materials, schedules, and procedure changes.
Ensures all materials are properly tested according to specifications, and all test results are recorded.
Prepare and issue a 3-week look-ahead schedule to provide a detailed day-to-day plan for upcoming work identified on the overall Project Schedule.
Responsible for scheduling deliveries of small rentals on projects when applicable.
Ensures that the project site and company assets are secure and maintains a safe and respectful working environment.
Document & report any subcontractor problems and/or nonperformance to the Project Manager immediately & assist with managing performance through mentoring/training, disciplinary action, back charges, and/or other appropriate actions.
Confirms that extra charges from subcontractors/suppliers are reasonable and work is correctly executed.
Coordinate with the project manager for approval of accepted change orders.
Facilitates weekly project production and safety meetings with all subcontractor representatives and coordinates the upcoming week’s work to be accomplished.
Attends all progress meetings with the core stakeholders.
Complete daily production reports.
Manages critical work environment planning and procedure methods to minimize human error factors that could cause downtime during work processes.
Ensures that the project is fully operational after installation, including but not limited to all electrical/technical components of the project, are online, commissioned, and fully functional.
Ensures that the project closeout process is finalized, demobilizes all resources, and turns over the project to the client.