
Solar Construction Manager
1w1 week agoSolar Landscape
Chicago, US · Full-time · $120,000 – $160,000
About this role
Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S., turning rooftops into local power plants to deliver megawatts of clean power fast. As Construction Manager, you will lead on-site execution of commercial solar projects, overseeing all construction activities with emphasis on safety, quality, and schedule management. You will coordinate with subcontractors, internal teams, and field personnel to ensure efficient, safe completion to highest standards.
You will collaborate with engineers, subcontractors, field labor, and vendors on site to sync activities with project goals. Regular site visits include bid walks, preconstruction walks, in-progress visits, punch walks, and closeouts, plus attending status meetings. Conduct and document quality assurance and safety inspections to maintain acceptable work environments and equipment condition.
Plan, execute, and take responsibility for self-performed work, managing labor crews and subcontractors with sequencing, crew sizes, productivity goals, and monthly labor spend. Track actual results against forecasts, adjusting for real production. We move fast, solve hard problems, value clear thinking, accountability, execution, and collaboration.
Our team of smart, grounded people shows up for each other, whether troubleshooting system design or over lunch. Join a high-performance environment doing meaningful work reshaping U.S. energy generation. Professional development opportunities support growth in commercial rooftop solar.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience working on solar commercial construction projects
- Strong understanding of rooftop installations
- Knowledge of ground-mount and carport commercial PV construction means and methods preferred
- Understanding of behind-the-meter and utility interconnections
- Knowledge of construction safety requirements; OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred
- Valid driver's license with willingness to travel to various job sites
- Ability to climb ladders and access building roofs
- Previous knowledge in Microsoft based platforms
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engineers, subcontractors, field labor, and vendors on site to coordinate activities and align with project goals
- Visit sites regularly during construction, including bid walks, preconstruction walks, in-progress visits, punch walks, and closeouts, and attend status meetings
- Conduct and document quality assurance and safety inspections throughout construction to ensure acceptable work environment and equipment condition
- Plan, execute, and take responsibility for self-performed work and manage labor crews and subcontractors, including sequencing, crew sizes, productivity goals, and monthly labor spend
- Execute work and track actual results, adjusting forecasts to reflect production
Benefits
- Training / Professional development opportunities
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