What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Construction (Utility Scale Solar) position at Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global)?
This role is based in Arlington, VA. On-site presence is required.
About the Company
Join a leading independent power producer at the forefront of renewable energy development. With a footprint across Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Kentucky, our client develops, constructs, and operates utility-scale solar energy projects. As a subsidiary of a publicly traded Israeli clean energy firm with over 1GW commissioned and a 7GW pipeline globally, the company is shaping the future of sustainable power in the U.S. and beyond.
We are hiring a Director of Construction who will be based in our Arlington, Virginia headquarters. In this role you will be part of the management team for utility scale solar for our company’s projects. The Director of Construction will oversee, coordinate, and manage the company’s construction project portfolio.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
The Director of Construction is anticipated to have the following duties and responsibilities:
- Plans and directs day to day operations and strategic direction of large, utility scale solar construction programs as well as lead a team of high performing professionals
- Significantly contributes to creating and maintaining best in class policies and procedures
- Establishes and maintains supply chain relationships
- Leads, manages, develops staff, across multiple utility scale solar construction projects
- Provides guidance and project leadership ensuring projects are meeting or exceeding company expectations
- Directs as many as 25 external vendors per project comprising General Contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc.
- Leads in establishing and maintaining high value relationships
- Leads in developing and executing effective contract administration procedures including generation, review, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation
- Lead project teams including Project Managers, Project Management Assistants, Site Superintendents and Subcontractors
- Manage all aspects of construction projects from pre-construction to project close-out
Education and Experience:
- Degree in construction management or related field preferred. Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education
- 7 Years of experience in commercial construction project management or development
- PMP or other project management certification preferred
Work Location, Remote Work, and Travel:
- This position will be based in the Arlington, VA. Travel may be required throughout Virginia and the mid-Atlantic region up to 25% of time