Solar PV Civil Site Manager - Field Assignment

Company: Sargent Lundy
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 7, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionThis position is expected to be a field assignment. The location of the assignment can vary depending on the job and/or client. We do offer per diem for those that qualify.The Solar PV Civil Site Manager will oversee their assigned projects' field operations/installation side to help ensure that equipment is installed safely, accurately, completely, and within the estimated timeline. This is a full-time, onsite position.In this position, you will have an opportunity to work for an industry leader. This position will also allow you to identify areas of improvement in site/work conditions and execute various quality surveillance and reports.Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversight of a Solar PV Project for specific construction contractor and subcontractor activities.
• Provide interface between contractors/subcontractors and client Review/Create project-specific site work plans.
• Prepare and review various reports, including construction and quality surveillance, source inspections, and certified material tests.
• Review/Create and prepare quality surveillance plans.
• Review calibration records. Generate non-conformance reports.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during construction activities and provide resolution.Ongoing/Special Duties:
  • Manage and observe all on-site civil and structural construction activities, ensuring strict compliance with project specifications, local codes, and industry standards.
  • Support review of Contractor's quality program including all field punchlist walks and all FAI's (First Article Inspections).
  • Leverage your technical expertise in civil and structural engineering to optimize designs, improve construction methodologies, and propose cost-effective solutions.
  • Review project information submitted by the project manager, site manager, or client.
  • Mandatory attendance at various weekly meetings.
  • Monitor contractors on-site, fielding phone calls and forwarding any questions they may have, communicating staffing shortages, and addressing challenging situations.
  • Work with the Site Safety Manager to keep job sites safe and OSHA compliant, monitoring contractor safety performance to verify adherence to client's safety standards.
  • Monitor and report on EPC contractor progress and provide recommendations on areas of improvement to the client.
  • Track weather days against historical norms and report to client.
  • Track manpower onsite and ensure the quantity velocities are being met.
  • Work with client to respond to Contractor notices and formal letters.
  • Communicate with subcontractors regarding construction information and timelines during installation, verifying that the subcontractor is submitting the required checklists.
  • Provide construction plan input and evaluation: monitor construction methods and sequence for compatibility with construction plan requirements.
  • Lead and attend contractor performance review and coordination meetings.
  • Resolve contractor coordination conflicts following project schedule and respective contract terms.
  • Monitor engineering support to ensure responsiveness to contractor needs.
  • Monitor construction work quality, costs, and schedule; report variances to eliminate negative impacts.
  • Provide ongoing communication to contractors regarding project issues, information, safety, and quality.
  • Develop and execute a field contractor quality audit and surveillance plan for assigned contracts.
  • Participate in the Contractor progress payment validation process.QualificationsWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.Essential skills and experience:
    • Possess a minimum of 10 years of experience in Civil/Structural Construction Management or a related field.
    • Demonstrated expertise in civil and structural construction, with a preference for Energy and Solar sector exposure.
    • Extensive, relative, and successful experience in construction oversight of commercial or industrial Solar PV greenfield/brownfield projects.
    • Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
    • Proficiency with MS Office and a quick learner in new software applications.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to work outdoors daily on greenfield construction sites in inclement weather and uneven grades.Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.
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