Construction Manager, Solar

Integrity

$110K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5 to 10 years of construction management experience, preferably in solar energy.
  • Familiarity with utility scale construction contracts and EPC oversight.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day construction activities for utility scale solar projects.
  • Coordinate and monitor EPC contractor performance against project schedule and quality standards.
  • Conduct field inspections of construction work including racking and panel installations.
  • Support contract administration and change order reviews.
  • Ensure compliance with safety requirements including OSHA standards.
  • Participate in punch list development and project closeout.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Frequent travel with potential relocation support based on project location.
  • Opportunity to work primarily on-site at active solar construction sites.
  • Engagement with utility coordination and permitting teams for comprehensive project oversight.
Full Job Description
Location: Pacific Northwest, based near Portland, OR with regular travel to project sites

Company: Integrity PSC

Position Summary

Integrity PSC is seeking a mid level Construction Manager to oversee field construction activities for utility scale solar energy projects. This role manages contractor coordination, quality assurance, and day to day site oversight for solar generation facilities, working closely with project owners, EPC contractors, and utility stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to specification.

The Construction Manager works with a moderate level of independence, reporting project status and escalating issues to senior project leadership as needed.

Key Responsibilities
• Oversee day to day construction activities for utility scale solar projects
• Coordinate and monitor EPC contractor performance against project schedule, budget, and quality standards
• Conduct field inspections of racking, panel installation, inverter stations, collector systems, and substation tie in work
• Support contract administration, change order review, and progress reporting
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and project specific safety requirements
• Participate in punch list development, commissioning, and project closeout
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to project owners and stakeholders
• Coordinate with permitting, environmental, and interconnection teams as needed

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent field experience
• 5 to 10 years of construction management experience, solar energy project experience preferred
• Familiarity with utility scale construction contracts and EPC oversight
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites

Preferred Qualifications
• Direct experience with utility scale solar construction, including racking, panel installation, and inverter station work
• NABCEP PV certification
• Experience with battery storage integration
• Familiarity with interconnection and utility coordination requirements

Additional Information
• Travel: Frequent, may include relocation support depending on project location
• Work Environment: Primarily field based at active solar farm construction sites
• Physical Requirements: Ability to walk uneven terrain and work outdoors in varying weather conditions

The pay range for this role is:

110,000 - 115,000 USD per year (Portland, OR)

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