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Construction Manager (Chapel Hill)

The Solar Installation Construction Manager (Commercial) is the responsible party for overseeing, coordinating, and successful completing Strata Solar utility scale solar farms.

Requirements of the job:

Education:
• Minimum 4 year bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• OSHA 30 Training required
• NABCEP PV or Thermal Certification preferred.

Experience & Skills:
• 5 years of construction management experience.
• Previous solar electricity experience highly desired.
• Must have knowledge of National Electrical Code and Uniform Building Code.
• Understanding of construction math
• Demonstrated Safe Working Practices and Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Success at managing and delivering construction projects on schedule and under budget.
• Experience working with city/county permitting offices and inspectors

Other Qualifications:
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proven ability to maintain client relationships.
• Punctual and reliable.

• Organized and able to meet timelines
• Gives attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement of job methods and processes.
• Has a valid driver's license, clean driving record and can pass a drug test.
• Proficient with heavy equipment (Forklifts, Reach Forklifts, Bobcats, Scissor lifts, etc.)
• Proficient with basic building equipment (Laser levels, transits, etc.)

Working Conditions:
• Must be very comfortable working on/climbing ladders and roofs.
• Work is often outdoors
• The majority of work is remote from the central office, requiring extended overnight stays.
• Most projects are located in North Carolina, but as the company grows jobs will be located in other states as well.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adherence to OSHA safety regulations. Ensures no Strata employee or subcontractor operations proceed without proper safety compliance.
• Participates in pre-construction planning of projects including plan review and comments, staffing projections, project sequencing, material takeoffs, material requisitions, and creating and reviewing subcontractors scopes of work.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with project managers, project designers and client.
• Manage all Strata Solar and subcontracted work based on budget and man power.
• Work with Project Management to develop accurate construction schedule forecasts.
• Work directly and in conjunction with subcontractors, temporary labor, Electrician and Strata Solar employees on planning, scheduling of construction and quality control applications.
• Arrange for subcontractors and equipment rental as needed for each job.
• Manage work force, including subcontractors.
• Responsible party for daily maintenance of installation schedule.
• Translate and interpret wiring/ construction schematics (CAD) to actual installation.
• Ensure NEC and UBC Code compliance on all electrical and mechanical component installation.
• Provide guidance and technical support to the Strata personal, temp labor and subs on issues concerning electrical and building components/ applications.
• Work with procurement department on all material and equipment ordering and delivery schedules
• Maintain 1-week look-ahead schedule and attend weekly project meetings.
• Able to analyze project scenarios and implement site-specific design modifications
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Location: Chapel Hill
• Compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Solar Superintendent (Chapel Hill)

The Solar Installation Superintendent (Commercial) is the responsible party for overseeing, coordinating, and successfully completing the array portion of Strata Solar utility scale solar farms.  The Superintendent is part of the leadership team for a solar farm build along with the construction manager, lead electrician and project manager.

Requirements of the job:

Education:
• Minimum 4 year bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• OSHA 30 Training required
• NABCEP PV or Thermal Certification preferred.

Experience & Skills:
• 3 years of construction management experience.
• Previous large ground mount solar experience highly desired.
• Understanding of construction math
• Demonstrated experience implementing quality control/quality assurance processes
• Demonstrated Safe Working Practices and Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Success at managing and delivering construction projects on schedule and under budget.


Other Qualifications:
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate employees.
• Punctual and reliable.

• Can provide clear direction and training for lead installers  

• Organized and able to meet timelines
• Gives attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement of job methods and processes.
• Has a valid driver's license, clean driving record and can pass a drug test.
• Proficient with heavy equipment (Forklifts, Reach Forklifts, Bobcats, Scissor lifts, etc.)
• Proficient with basic building equipment (Laser levels, transits, etc.)

Working Conditions:  
• Work is often outdoors, and may include work on roofs
• The majority of work is remote from the central office, requiring extended overnight stays.
• Most projects are located in North Carolina, but as the company grows jobs will be located in other states as well.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to OSHA safety regulations. Ensure that all workers on a job site comply with all safety guidelines and regulations. In coordination with Construction Manager and Lead Electrician, set the sequence and assignment of work to minimize exposure to job site safety risks (e.g. open trenches).
• Participate in pre-construction planning of projects including plan review and comments, staffing projections, project task sequencing.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with lead installers, Construction Manager, Project Manager, project designers.
• Manage the array build based on budget and project schedule.
• Work with Project Manager and Construction manager to develop accurate construction schedule forecasts.

• Maintain 1-week look-ahead schedule and attend weekly project meetings.
• Responsible party for daily maintenance of installation schedule.
• Provide daily and weekly reports of construction progress
• Make staffing decisions for array assembly work crews.

• Work directly and in conjunction with subcontractors, temporary labor, Electrician and Strata Solar employees on planning, scheduling of construction and quality control applications.
• Arrange for subcontractors and equipment rental as needed for each job.
• Manage the array assembly work force, including Strata Employees and temporary labor.

• Translate and interpret construction schematics to actual installation.
• Ensure NEC and UBC Code compliance on all electrical and mechanical component installation.
• Provide guidance and technical support to the Strata personal, temp labor and subs on issues concerning construction components/ applications.
• Able to analyze project scenarios and implement site-specific design modifications
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Location: Chapel Hill
• Compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Lead Solar Installer (Ground Mount)

The Lead Solar Installer is the front line leader for the construction of solar arrays. The Lead Installer oversees the work of a 2-12 person installation crew working alongside of other similar crews. The Lead Installer reports to the Project Superintendent.

Requirements of the job:

Education:
• Minimum2 year Associate degree in Renewable Energy, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• OSHA 10 Training required, OSHA 30 preferred

Experience & Skills:
• 3 years of foreman/crew leader experience.
• Previous large ground mount solar experience highly desired.
• Understanding of construction math
• Demonstrated experience implementing quality control/quality assurance processes
• Demonstrated Safe Working Practices and Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Success at managing crews and meeting daily construction milestones.

• Can train and motivate crew members.

Other Qualifications:
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate employees.
• Punctual and reliable.

• Can provide clear direction and training for crew members  

• Organized and able to meet timelines
• Gives attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement of job methods and processes.
• Has a valid driver's license, clean driving record and can pass a drug test.


Working Conditions:  
• Work is outdoors, and may include work on roofs

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to OSHA safety regulations. Ensure that all workers on a job site comply with all safety guidelines and regulations.

• Oversee the work of a solar installation crew

• Establish and maintain effective communication with Superintendent
• Conduct quality control measures

•Provide on-the-job training for crew members

• Maintain daily installation schedule
• Provide daily report of crew’s construction progress

• Track and report crew members’ work hours

• Coordinate work with adjacent crews and other trades working on the site.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Location: North Carolina
• Compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.