Construction Manager

About Us Strata Solar is a national leading developer of commercial and utility-scale solar farms ranked amongst the top five solar producers in the US. We understand that our employees are the lifeblood of the company. We strive to align company goals with those of our employees. We''re constantly innovating to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Our mission is to make a difference by developing cost-efficient alternatives to traditional energy sources, without long-term dependence on government subsidies. We´re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We hope you´ll join us. Overview The Construction Manager is responsible for oversight, coordination, and successful completion of assigned Solar Power Projects. The Construction Manager is a member of the leadership team, which includes the Sr. Construction Manager and Project Manager. Responsibilities Is the main point of contact with the client for construction issues to be resolved at the site level. Develops and maintains positive client relationships and ensure client issues are resolved or appropriately escalated as needed. Provide guidance & input to the project management team for all construction issues or changes that will affect scope, schedule or budget of the construction contracts or the EPC contract. Provide leadership and clear direction to the Strata Solar construction team. Mentor Strata Solar construction team to develop appropriate skills to administer the construction contracts. Provide leadership & direction to the Superintendents and Field Specialists. Ensure Superintendents are engaging with the safety, quality, environmental, commissioning and logistics team members. Ensure Superintendents are engaging with subcontractors to analyze work plans, work methods and progress. Ensure Strata is identifying risks and opportunities in a timely manner to support the critical path schedule and contract requirements. Lead the site team to be proactive in looking ahead of the subcontractors. Discourage work practices that result in reactive behavior. Support proactive work habits. Ensure client´s concerns are communicated to the site team and home office as appropriate, and are given priority for resolution. Ensure processes and procedures are appropriately followed by the construction team. Provide feedback to Director of Construction if changes are needed to support construction. Manages implementation of field materials management procedures, monitors compliance and provides feedback to Sr CM or Director of Construction as appropriate. Manages implementation of project commissioning and testing plan, monitors compliance and provides feedback to Sr CM or Director of Construction as appropriate. Provides matrix supervision, guidance and direction to commissioning personnel assigned to the project. Participates in the monthly contractor management meeting. Support PM Team to coordinate and conduct premobilization meetings for all subcontractors and tier subcontractors. Ensures implementation of construction management procedures. Manages project staffing plan, timesheets, time off requests, etc. Communicates staffing needs to Sr CM or Director of Construction in a timely manner to support the project needs. Responsible for ensuring subordinates provide timely & accurate tracking information to Project Controls and ensures adherence to the change management system. Understands the major commercial, scope and deliverable terms of the Prime Contract and construction. Subcontracts and manages within these terms. Supports implementation of the Project Inspection and Test Plan and QA/QC manual. Monitors and controls work hours, including overtime, by direct reports and contractors. Provides input on the construction portion of the client and construction monthly report. Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements. Ensures all proejct team members receive regular performance assessments and feedback, and that all assessments are fully documented per the CPPM. Implement performance improvement plans when required, and ensure timely, objective feedback on performance improvement objectives. Be a Quality Champion u2013Ensure implementation of the plan and ensure subcontractors comply with firstarticle inspections and the project Quality Control Plan. Be a Safety Champion u2013 Ensure the construction team u201cwalks the walku201d and supports safety initiatives and the safety team. Be an Environmental Champion u2013 ensure environmental issues are prioritized with resources and are resolved or mitigated immediately. Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct supervisory responsibilities for project superintendents, environmental field specialists, project administrators. Matrix supervisory responsibility for project team members including logistics, quality, safety and commissioningpersonnel. Qualifications Minimum 10 years field experience, at least 5 years as Construction Manager. Be able to interpret construction drawings and specifications. Be able to understand and interpret contract documents as they relate to construction. Be able to execute moderate to advanced tasks in Word, Excel, or other business software platforms. Be able to demonstrate professional written communications. Be able to read and interpret the critical path schedule; experience with Primavera and/or Microsoft Project Previous utility scale solar experience highly desired. Experience implementing quality control/quality assurance processes. Demonstrated Safe Working Practices and knowledge of OSHA safety standards. Understanding of construction math. Success at managing and delivering construction projects on schedule and under budget. Ability to analyze project scenarios and implement site-specific design modifications. Self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Proven ability to manage and motivate employees. Organized and able to meet deadlines. Great attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship. Must have a clean driving record and a valid driver´s license. Must be able to pass a drug screening. Physical Requirements/Work Environment: The work is performed at the project site, and requires travel. May be required to perform physical labor; at times, carryup to 30 lbs and assist others in carrying objects greater than 30 lbs. No third party solicitations or resumes will be accepted for this or any other Strata Solar position. Strata Solar is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.'',''directApply'':true,''datePosted'':''2020-08-28T01:03:32.236Z'',''title'':''Construction Manager'',''occupational

Created: 2025-09-06