BESS Construction Manager: Field Ops & Team Scaling

find-talent; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FindTalent is seeking an experienced Construction Manager – BESS to oversee field operations for large-scale Battery Energy Storage System construction projects. This hands‑on leadership role requires strong background in utility, renewable energy, or energy storage construction and the ability to coordinate on-site teams, subcontractors, and schedules.

Ideal candidates will lead safety-first site activities, interpret construction drawings, manage progress against budgets, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in utility-scale construction, renewable energy, or battery energy storage projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large field teams and manage complex construction activities.
• Existing relationships with skilled crews or subcontractors (strongly preferred).
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, civil construction methods, and energy storage technologies.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed construction plans and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations across all phases of BESS construction, ensuring safe and productive site activities.
• Manage, schedule, and coordinate field crews, subcontractors, vendors, and equipment.
• Support workforce scaling by identifying and onboarding additional qualified personnel as project staffing grows.
• Enforce compliance with safety standards, environmental guidelines, and quality requirements.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and project schedules.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to align field execution with project milestones.
• Track progress against deadlines and budgets, adjusting plans as necessary to maintain schedule integrity.
• Address on‑site challenges proactively and provide effective solutions to ensure project continuity.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement among all site personnel.

Skills

Field leadership

Project coordination

Team management

Reading construction drawings

Safety leadership

Job description

FindTalent is seeking an experienced Construction Manager – BESS to oversee field operations for large-scale Battery Energy Storage System construction projects. This hands‑on leadership role requires strong background in utility, renewable energy, or energy storage construction and the ability to coordinate on-site teams, subcontractors, and schedules.

Ideal candidates will lead safety-first site activities, interpret construction drawings, manage progress against budgets, and collaborate with