Solar Construction Manager (IL)

Solar Landscape is changing the way America goes solar.

We are advancing energy equity, making carbon-free energy accessible to all people. We invest into historically underinvested communities.

Solar Landscape is growing fast. Like, really fast. Doubling in size year after year, we are looking for the best and brightest to drive our next phase of growth. We’re made up of thought leaders, thinkers, dreamers, doers. We are insightful, driven, rebellious, fun, and we are better together. Our diverse and unique backgrounds are all given a voice and seat at the table to help make real change for the communities we serve.

For more about Solar Landscape, visit www.solarlandscape.com.

Solar Landscape needs your help in changing the way America goes solar.

We’re looking for a construction manager to join our operations team.

As a Construction Manager at Solar Landscape, you will be responsible for management of all safety related matters on projects assigned to you.

Responsibilities* Collaborate with engineers, subcontractors, field labor and vendors on site to coordinate activities and ensure that all work is in sync with project goals and objectives.

• Visit sites regularly during construction — including bid walks, preconstruction walks, in-progress visits, punch walks, and closeouts — and attend status and coordination meetings
• Conduct and document quality assurance and safety inspections throughout the construction process, ensuring that the work environment is acceptable and that tools and equipment are in good working condition
• Plan, execute, and take responsibility for self-performed work and managing labor crews andsubcontractors. Plan sequencing, crew-sizes, productivity goals, and monthly labor spend. Execute work and track actual results, adjusting and refining forecasts to reflect actual Production

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working on Solar Construction projects
• Must have 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
• Organization and communication skills
• Detail-oriented, self-starter
• Knowledge of construction safety requirements; OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Valid Driver’s License, must be willing to travel to various job sites
• Ability to climb ladders and access building roofs

Solar Landscape’s company culture is second to none.

Our 160+ employees combine our mission, grit and drive with a rebel’s attitude that’s changing the industry.

We offer employees a competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, & vision insurance, flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; We provide healthy snacks, coffee, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!