Solar Site Superintendent - Mechanical Foreman
Leads on-site mechanical construction for utility-scale solar farms, including tracker/racking assembly and module installation, while partnering with robotics teams to deploy automation. Requires deep solar EPC experience, safety expertise, and ability to manage large field crews with up to 90% travel.
Responsibilities
Field Leadership & Operations
- Lead and direct Foremen, and craft labor on-site, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all mechanical scopes.
- Plan and coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor resources to maximize production while controlling costs.
- Develop and maintain crew matrices, equipment plans, and production schedules; continuously reconcile actuals against established work plans and budgets.
- Provide hands-on mentorship and structured coaching to field supervision, building the next generation of solar construction leaders.
- Serve as acting project leader and primary contact to our customer.
Robotics Deployment
- Partner with robotics engineers and field application teams to deploy automated installation equipment alongside traditional construction methods.
- Provide real-world construction feasibility feedback that informs equipment design, workflow sequencing, and deployment playbooks.
- Champion adoption of new tools and processes among field crews, bridging the gap between technology development and jobsite realities.
- Assist in documenting operational learnings, field performance data, and process improvements that accelerate product iteration.
Safety & Quality
- Champion a culture of safety—enforce company, EPC, and OSHA safety regulations without exception.
- Manage employee training covering work methods, high-risk activities (cranes, rigging, telehandlers, DOT, LOTO, arc flash), JHAs, and site-specific hazards.
- Ensure all construction activities conform to the project Quality Plan and that craftsmanship expectations are clearly communicated to every crew member, vendor, and subcontractor.
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