Description

Position Summary: The foreman provides site leadership and manages the day-to-day operations on utility scale solar projects up to 20MW DC in system size. This includes efficiently managing the production of both company and subcontract crews working onsite. The employee facilitates project planning and is responsible for ensuring that a safe, quality, and timely product is delivered. The foreman will also be accountable for maintaining the project schedule and contractual obligations. This position requires frequent customer engagement, construction document analysis, trade coordination, and meeting attendance. Great communication skills, analytical thinking, problem solving abilities, strong computer skills, and excellent knowledge of both AC and DC electrical work are vital for this role. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Cultivate safety as a core value throughout the company, supporting the corporate safety program and personnel.
• Assist project team with developing project budget and estimating production rates.
• Assist project team with developing accurate take-offs and assist PM to achieve customer approval of required documents.
• Receive, store, and protect project material and equipment, including owner furnished items; documenting and reporting any shortages and damage immediately.
• Oversee utilization/maintenance of equipment assigned to project facility.
• Manage the successful completion of all installations from start to finish.
• Direct and manage electrical crew activities to include timecard submission and accurate cost coding.
• Coordinate with MV/UG general foreman on underground and medium voltage activities to include timecard submission and accurate cost coding.
• Assist project manager in coordinating subcontractor activities.
• Track and report daily progress, notable events, and upcoming events.
• Assist project manager with weekly forecasting and/or look-ahead.
• Attend customer required meetings, communicating unresolved questions to project manager for resolution.
• Responsible for maintaining overall customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for coordinating and ensuring that all AHJ and Quality Assurance inspections successfully pass and are properly documented.
• Consult with project manager to resolve problems that arise due to inclement weather, emergencies, or other issues that may cause delays.
• Ensure that all project records are accurate and adequately maintained.
• Provide support and assistance to other Cinterra divisions as needed.
• Support and encourage safety as a core value throughout the duration of the project.
• Demonstrate a professional demeanor and ensure all project personnel act professionally.
• Handle special assignments and other duties as requested by leadership.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; advanced education (preferred).
• Five or more years of construction management in utility scale solar required.
• NFPA 70E Certification (preferred).
• Familiar with OSHA regulations (required), OSHA training and certifications (preferred).
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Must be able to work long and/or extended hours to include weekends, as needed, with ability to travel frequently.
• Familiar with local codes, AHJ standards, and NEC code.
• Requires a working knowledge of pile installation, tracker installation, module installation, AC and DC installations, including the equipment utilized.
• Understands how to read and interpret contracts, plans, and specifications.
• Effective time management skills, understands how to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy materials, tools, and equipment (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.
• Endurance to perform physical tasks throughout the workday, including bending, stooping, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
• Agility and flexibility to navigate construction sites and access work areas, including climbing ladders and scaffolding.
• Must be able to position one-self to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, and tunnels.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.

Cinterra provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.